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Duncan takes deputy spot in North Perth
Matthew Duncan scored a definitive victory over Allan Rothwell for the deputy mayor position in the North Perth municipal election.
Howick releases unofficial election results
While Reeve Doug Hargrave er was acclaimed to his position with Howick council, there was still races for the deputy reeve position and three councillors.
North Perth Creative Canvases second annual Juried Art Show and Sale returns
LISTOWEL – The North Perth Creative Canvases (NPCC) have been meeting weekly on each Wednesday…
Listowel Curling Club season kick-off at Parkview Legion Hall
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Fall colours highlight the changing landscape in region
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NPFD annual road toll in support of Muscular Dystrophy
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IPV training for community members, businesses to strengthen local response
Optimism Place Women’s Shelter and Support Services has launched a new suite of community trainings designed to equip community based direct service providers, managers or supervisors, and small business owners with the knowledge and tools to recognize, respond to, and support people affected by IPV
Fordwich Cenotaph project more than two times over budget
HOWICK – The Fordwich Cenotaph and surrounding grounds have undergone restoration work this year, with council previously approving a $10,000 budget for the project in the 2026 operating budget under Closed Cemeteries.
Perth OPP board receives update on Police Governance Ontario zone
MONKTON – The Perth County OPP Detachment Board received an update on its membership with Police Governance Ontario (PGO), including changes planned for how the organization’s regional zones will operate beginning in 2027.
Perth County Battle of the Badges; RIDE programs continue through October
WEST PERTH – The Perth County OPP in partnership with the Perth County Mutual Firefighters hosted a charity hockey game Oct. 18.
Poppy campaign set to start Oct. 24
Representatives of the Listowel branch of the Royal Canadian Legion told Midwestern Newspapers the annual poppy campaign, typically starting on the last day of October, will instead start on Oct. 24 every year going forward.
Finding comfort in song
I have heard it said that the person who sings is praying twice. Spiritual songs speak to both our hearts and minds and often lift our spirits at the same time.
The Resurrectionist Case: A Stratford Grave-Robbing Mystery from 1861
On July 22, 1863, the County of Perth Herald newspaper recounted a quirky, and somewhat dark, story…
Perth OPP report shows drop in property crime, rise in violent offences, fatal collisions
Property crime and overall police charges were down in Perth County through the first nine months of 2026, while violent offences, fatal motor vehicle collisions and some traffic offences increased compared with the same period last year.
