LISTOWEL - North Perth Council previously requested additional information about reduced speed limits within the municipality. Director of Instructor Services Matt Ropp provided a supplementary report, which recommended a phased approach.
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Med students experience rural healthcare in Listowel
LISTOWEL - Four students from Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and two students from Queen’s University made their way to Listowel from June 1 to 5 for Discovery Week 2026.
Housing crisis study finds 37% likely unable to afford one-bedroom apartment, 70% work full-time
LISTOWEL - A recent United Way Perth-Huron study is debunking long-held stereotypes as it has found that the impact of the housing crisis is spreading through renters to homeowners, and; financial strain is extending from part-time workers to full-time workers.
Additional dates to be permanently added to courthouse schedule
STRATFORD - A first-quarter report on the Provincial Offences Court Services Office shows decreased monthly caseload, but increased charges filed and fines collected.
North Perth Mayor uses Strong Mayor Powers to issue housing opportunity scan directive
NORTH PERTH - Mayor Todd Kasenberg has issued a mayoral directive under the municipality’s strong mayor powers, directing staff to undertake a North Perth Housing Acceleration Opportunity Scan aimed at identifying practical opportunities to increase housing supply – including housing that would be c
Perth County Council approves subdivision extending Woodview Drive, Atwood
STRATFORD - An application for a draft plan of subdivision was narrowly passed by Perth County Council last week.
Things to do locally on summer break
It is the second week of June and summer seems suddenly upon us.
Feedback requested for Listowel’s west end development plans
LISTOWEL - An open house will be hosted on June 17 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex to collect input from residents about two development options for Listowel’s west end.
Stratford school celebrates May Day, elects May Queen
The Stratford Normal School was a staple in Perth County’s educational landscape from the time it opened in 1908. Students from across southwestern Ontario attended the school to pursue their teacher training and begin careers in education.
15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers
LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race
Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…
Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties
Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.
Flag raising kicks off Pride Month in North Perth
The Pride flag rose at the North Perth Municipal Office on June 1 to mark the start of Pride Month. North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg opened the event with the above comment, speaking to the community he hopes continues to be built here, one of inclusivity.
Annual Listowel Firefighter’s Breakfast- a success
The Listowel Agricultural Hall was the scene of the annual Listowel Firefighters’ Breakfast over…
April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent
WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…
