PERTH EAST - One person has been pronounced deceased following a motor vehicle collision on April 17 west of Sebringville.
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Two fatal collisions in North Perth, violent crime decreases
Perth County OPP Insp. Tyler Stewart updated the Perth County OPP board on April 14 on the last two months in crime in the area, noting that there were more intimate partner violence-related assaults in February and March, but violent crime overall is down.
Teeswater CWL celebrates 70 Years
The Teeswater Catholic Woman’s League (CWL)celebrated 70 years on April 12. The parish-based organization was officially chartered in 1956.
Proposed boundary change, budget planning updates headline school board committee agenda
CHESLEY - A proposed revision to French Immersion boundaries and updates on budget planning for the 2026–2027 school year were among the items discussed at a recent Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) committee meeting.
South Bruce approves ball diamond funding, pool filter replacement
TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved a series of recreation and facilities decisions at its April 14 meeting, including a budget amendment to support improvements at the Mildmay Medical Clinic baseball diamond and the purchase of new equipment for the Teeswater Culross Pool.
United Housing, library CEO address concerns voiced about library redevelopment
LISTOWEL - There has been a great deal of public commentary, both online or in the this newspaper, about the future of the Listowel Library. Additionally, concerned citizens approached the Listowel Banner with questions about the United Housing (UH) Perth Huron’s library redevelopment project.
HPPH Listowel Site moving to new location
LISTOWEL - The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Listowel site, currently at 161 Inkerman St., W., will move to 185 Inkerman St., E. on Tuesday, May 19.
Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment
HOWICK - Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.
South Bruce sees rise in building activity, approves higher limit for loader purchase
TEESWATER - South Bruce council received updates on increased building activity and ongoing public works operations at its April 14 meeting, including a rise in permit revenue and approval of a higher spending limit for a used loader.
Council to re-enter five-year term with Aird and Berlis LLP
HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.
Tailgate Music Festival announces official lineup
MITCHELL - The Tailgate Music Festival announced their official music line-up.
South Bruce council reviews land-use priorities
TEESWATER - South Bruce council received an update at its April 14 meeting on settlement boundary expansion planning and land-use priorities as part of ongoing work related to the County of Bruce’s draft Official Plan.
The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Lightning Junior Boys claim a victory
The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Lightning Junior Boys Hockey Team recently hit the road to compete in tournaments, claiming one victory and one finalist spot. First, the squad travelled to York University for the Canlan Spring Classic on April 8-9.
ERTH plans for rising electricity demand amid supply concerns
TEESWATER - ERTH Power Corporation is expanding its operations and planning for future electricity demand as it moves ahead with a proposed partnership with Westario Power.
Howick Council approves purchase of new front-end sweeper
HOWICK - At council’s April 7 meeting, Manager of Recreation and Facilities Brady Ropp presented three reports.
