HOWICK - Council here decided at its April 21 meeting to defer a recommendation brought by their public works manager regarding entering into a solid waste service agreement with Waste Management.
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Howick approves two election bylaws
HOWICK - In preparation for the 2026 municipal election, Howick’s CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis reported she has been reviewing applicable bylaws and policies that are required to be reviewed and updated prior to the beginning of nomination period.
Elma Township Public School organizes student elective day
NEWRY - Elma Township Public School (ETPS) hosted an elective day for students from Grades 6-8 on Thursday April 16.
Kin Trail bridge replacement to cost $846,988, completed before November
LISTOWEL - A contractor was selected at the April 27 North Perth Council meeting for the work to replace the Kin Trail Bridge, on the trail section between Victoria Avenue South and Salisbury Avenue South.
Blyth Festival Gallery opens season with student show
The Blyth Centre for the Art’s Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s 2026 season officially opened over the weekend with the Student Show which welcomed artists from local schools.
Two file to run in North Perth, none in Howick
May 1 marked the first day of the nomination period for the October municipal election, with the period running until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.
Milverton Community mourns loss of Karlie Snyder
The Milverton area is mourning the passing of one of their own by tying colourful ribbons on posts around the town.
Property theft in Milverton
MILVERTON - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance in relation multiple thefts in Milverton on April 30.
This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person
Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.
Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition
COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

