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.
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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.
Kinsmen donate profit from sold-out Pot O’ Gold Lottery to Community Living
LISTOWEL - Did you know that when you purchased a local lottery ticket, you would be benefiting a housing project for some of this community’s most vulnerable?
Two-Buck Luck event in Listowel
LISTOWEL - Local residents are invited to come together for an evening of fun and community impact at the North Perth Two-Buck Luck event, taking place at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on April 30.
Blyth Festival Art Gallery announces local student show
BLYTH - The Gallery Committee will introduce the 2026 season starting on Friday, May 1 with the Huron and Perth County’s Student show.
Saugeen Student Start-Up Program returns, giving youth a chance to launch summer businesses
BRUCE COUNTY - A regional summer program aimed at turning students into young entrepreneurs is returning for its seventh year, offering mentorship, training and up to $450 in funding to help youth launch their own businesses.
Special education updates highlight growing demand for supports at Bluewater school board
CHESLEY - Updates on student supports, service pressures and upcoming parent engagement opportunities were outlined in a Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) report presented to trustees earlier this month.
North Perth Council delays decision on 12.8% remuneration increase
LISTOWEL - Despite a Ward & Uptigrove report recommending a remuneration raise, North Perth council decided to delay its decision.
Increased multilingual student population leads to expanded supports at Bluewater School Board
CHESLEY - A growing number of multilingual language learners (MLL) in local schools prompted the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) to expand support for students and staff.
