Detective Sergeant Tara Bolstad informed the Perth County OPP detachment board at their meeting on Nov. 12 of funds used from provincial grants this year – the focus of all mentioned on the local issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
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North Perth Council adopts Mayor’s Budget
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council discussed the removal of the Galbraith Conservation Area capital project, valued at $75,000, in the 2026 Mayor’s budget, however ultimately left the item in.
Spread cheer, not germs this holiday season
HURON/PERTH - As the holiday season begins, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reminding residents of the actions they can take to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza (“the flu”) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Connecting local innovation with decision makers
LISTOWEL - Local politicians and business leaders got a firsthand look at two homegrown success stories in Perth County on Thursday Nov. 19, with a tour of Energrow Inc. and Feige’s Gourmet Dressings.
Dallas Smith plays to sold out crowd at Wingham Town Hall Theatre
WINGHAM – The Wingham Town Hall Theatre hosted Dallas Smith and His Band on the evening of Nov.…
Howick deems woodchipper as surplus
HOWICK - At its Nov. 18 meeting, council here declared the township’s 2025 Vermeer BC1000XL diesel woodchipper to be surplus, and directed staff to proceed with the disposal by purchase and sale agreement with the Town of Minto.
Howick receives OMPF, OCIF increase
HOWICK - Council here pulled an item out of its consent agenda on Nov. 18 regarding Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) and Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) funding for 2026.
Blue Jeans & Bling raises $16,000
LISTOWEL - United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Blue Jeans & Bling occurred on Nov. 8, raising $16,000 in support of United Way Perth Huron (UWPH).
Fatality in Moorefield accident a Listowel resident; OPP seeking help identifying Persons of Interest in Listowel shoplifting; weapons charges in IPV case
Local fatality in morning collision MAPLETON TOWNSHIP – Wellington County OPP are investigating a…
Wroxeter hosts Santa Claus parade
WROXETER - Brightly-decorated fire trucks and floats lit up the night for the annual Wroxeter Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 5.
What do we do with all the dark?
Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…
Intact Insurance donates $9,000 to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation recently announced a major $9,000 donation from Intact Insurance Company through their Community Impact Partnership Program.
West Perth Deputy Mayor Dean Trentowsky named Perth County Warden
STRATFORD - The 151st Perth County Warden shared how past wardens will inspire his upcoming term.
Bakelaar Jewellers hosts Waterford Mastercraft Crystal Cutting event
LISTOWEL - Bakelaar Jewellers hosted a Waterford Mastercraft Crystal Cutting event at the Listowel store on Dec. 6.
