The Wingham Ironmen’s defensive prowess was on full display this past weekend, as the PJHL club posted a pair of home shutout wins with the 2022-23 campaign drawing closer to its conclusion.
Cycs salvage weekend with win over Warriors
The Listowel Junior Cyclones know they will finish as the Midwestern Conference’s sixth seed for the second straight GOJHL season, but their first-round playoff opponent still remains up in the air.
LDSS varsity girls reach Huron-Perth hockey semis
The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) girls’ varsity hockey team proved they are a contender for the Huron-Perth Athletics title following a decisive quarter-final victory last week, but the team’s toughest task comes in the form of the division’s top seed this week.
Listowel’s darkest day must be memorialized
I recently marked the 10-year milestone of being back here as a regular staffer at the Banner. Over that time I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing countless folks who were willing to share their stories with yours truly, our fine publication, and its dedicated readership.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Listowel Legion Family Day Carnival
Listowel Branch 259 of the Royal Canadian Legion once again hosted a highly-successful Family Day carnival on Monday, Feb. 20 at Parkview Gardens. Many volunteers, including veterans, came together to make the free event happen, with huge throngs of people turning out to join in the fun.
LDSS juniors advance to Huron-Perth basketball finals
The LDSS junior boys’ Lightning secured their spot in the Huron-Perth Athletics basketball championship this week, following a decisive victory over the Goderich DCI Vikings in the league semifinal on Monday.
Memorial Arena Park fundraising campaign hits quarter mark of objective
The Memorial Arena Park ‘59 (MAP59) fundraising committee is off to a productive start in reaching its $1.4 million target to construct a new memorial and park at the site of the former Listowel Memorial Arena.
Drives take 2-1 series lead in WOAA Senior A semis
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives are two wins away from booking their ticket to the WOAA Senior A Hockey League championship round following a narrow 2-1 victory over the Shelburne Muskies in Game 3 on Feb. 12.
LDSS junior girls’ volleyball team concludes regular season
The Listowel District Secondary School junior girls’ volleyball team concluded its winter regular season schedule on Feb. 9 with a home matchup against top-seeded St. Michael Catholic Secondary (9-0), with the Lightning (5-4) falling in straight sets, 10-25, 10-25. Despite the loss, LDSS advanced to
Cyclones take two of three with playoffs looming
Despite a momentum-halting loss to the Stratford Warriors on Sunday afternoon, the Listowel Cyclones are gradually rounding into playoff form after winning two of their three games last week.
LDSS junior boys advance to Huron-Perth basketball semis
The LDSS Lightning have booked their spot in the Huron-Perth Athletic Association final four, after earning a convincing 48-31 win over the St. Marys Salukis in junior boys’ high school playoff basketball action on Feb. 13.
Soo Greyhounds call up Gowanstown-born rookie Tate Vader
Tate Vader got the chance to officially pull on the red and white jersey of the Soo Greyhounds last week, when the Gowanstown-born forward made his first appearance in the Ontario Hockey League for three games.
Village outing changes perspective for Westfield class
There is plenty to be learned within the classroom setting, certainly no one would question that. But sometimes to gain true perspective, students must venture outside the walls of a school and walk in someone else’s shoes to gain the practical experience future leaders require, while gaining key at
Kempston and Werth marks 15th anniversary with Paddyfest giveaway
To help celebrate its upcoming 15th anniversary in business, Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd. is offering a timely promotion to coincide with North Perth’s most anticipated annual event.
Resident looking to establish North Perth Heritage Committee
As Jessica Carter passionately says, one of the best ways to see where we’re going as a community is to look back at where we’ve come from.