Council here declared the Men’s Slow Pitch Tournament at the Fordwich Ball Park to be of municipal significance during the March 18 meeting.
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Listowel Cyclones: Named for early hockey star, local team has storied history
The Listowel Cyclones have carved out a name for themselves in junior hockey circles, a name that originates with one of the games’ earliest superstars.
Listowel curlers recently advanced to OFSAA, two have opportunity to compete in Europe
The LDSS Senior Curling team has done exceptionally well this season, with a few wins under their belts.
Council looking into allowing backyard chickens in Howick
At its last meeting, council here pulled a presentation from its correspondence building a case for updating the bylaw to allow backyard chickens in Howick Township.
As the Crow Flies
One of the most common birds found year-round in our area is the Common Crow, or as it’s more…
Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth reach record breaking numbers for pet outreach needs
STRATFORD - As financial challenges continue to impact pet owners, the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth, is seeing a record breaking demand for outreach services. In just two months, the dedicated team has provided medical care to 120 animals in need, and delivered more than
Celtics weekend basketball saw all teams away – acquiring wins and losses
MIDWESTERN ONTARIO – Listowel’s three basketball teams travelled to separate areas of…
Howick responds to Maitland Conservation letter on naturalization of Gorrie Conservation Area
Council here received a letter from the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) regarding 2025 naturalization and grass maintenance at the Gorrie Conservation Area at its March 18 regular council meeting.
Perth, Waterloo County egg farmers serve over 1,000 devilled eggs at annual event
STRATFORD – The wife and husband team of Sally and Mike Van Straaten, had eaters smiling, when…
Cyclones eliminated by London in opening round
The Listowel Cyclones season has ended after a fourth-straight loss to the London Nationals on Wednesday, March 26 in a hard-fought battle.
Carnegie Hall performance- experience of a lifetime for local North Perth Children’s Choir
Listowel born Composer Paul A. Aitken brings together large ensemble for his latest composition in New York
The beauty of creativity and art is in the (flawed) details
In my wild and crazy youth, I was a big fan of concert bootlegs. Don’t get me wrong, as someone who works in a creative industry, I know the dangers of these unlicensed releases as it impacts the bottom line of the people captured – but if there isn’t going to be an official release...
Federal election to take place April 28, local candidates launch campaigns
OTTAWA - Governor General Mary Simon at the recommendation of Prime Minister Mark Carney, issued a proclamation to dissolve the 44th Parliament on March 23, 2025. This action triggered a federal election, set to take place on April 28.
Celebrating Archives Awareness Week
Coming soon – April 7 – 11 is Archives Awareness Week in Ontario! It is a time to celebrate our…
Fatal collision in North Perth; OPP warn of ransomware attacks
NORTH PERTH – One person has died following a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of…
