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Denny Scott

Reporter

Trump’s playbook (No, not The Art of The Deal)

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Unfortunately, Canadian politicians have been taking some practices from US President Donald Trump’s election playbook, and they’re getting caught.

The U18 South Bruce Blades entered their divisional finals in fourth place, but fought hard to claim the WOAA championships and then eventually the OMHA provincial championships earlier this month.

U18 South Bruce Blades win OMHA championship in Kingston

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The U18 South Bruce Blades claimed the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) provincial championship in what could be the last year that the team will be competing in its current league structure.

The U11 Central Perth Predators claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot earlier this month. The team went undefeated through the tournament to claim the championship. Above, team members poses with the banners they received. At right, the team celebrates. Bottom left are Cora Litchi, left, and Ashlym Smith standing with the sign in the lobby of the Strathroy arena. Bottom right, the team celebrates on ice after winning.

U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.

Self-directed events chosen to mark water crisis anniversary

Denny Scott April 17, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After several reports and subsequent discussions, Brockton Council voted in favour of a self-directed commemorative event for the 25th anniversary of the Walkerton water contamination event.

Courthouse charges a ‘slap in the face’, says Peabody

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

n what Coun. Tim Elphick called a “good news, bad news” situation, Brockton Council found out costs for having an active courthouse in the municipality will increase 68 per cent this year.

Last week, the Lakeshore Church in Goderich played host to one of numerous Huron-Bruce All-Candidates meetings for the upcoming federal election. From left: NDP candidate Melanie Burrett, incumbent Conservative MP Ben Lobb, Green Party candidate Greg McLean, Independent candidate Caesar Salad Pella, Liberal candidate James Rice and Independent candidate Justin Smith. (Denny Scott photo)

All-candidates meeting sees candidates agreeing on numerous issues

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

While there was plenty of debate during an all-candidates meeting held in Goderich last week, there were a lot of points most the candidates agreed on as well.

Contributed photo The Minto 81’s are on their way to the national Allan Cup playoff tournament after winning the J.F. Paxton AA Championships again in the Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) playoffs.

Minto 81’s aiming for national prize at Allan Cup tournament

Denny Scott April 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

The Minto 81’s are heading to the national Allan Cup after winning the J.F. Paxton AA Championships again in the Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) championships.

South Bruce to revisit water tower at mayor’s request

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

After a lengthy discussion and debate, South Bruce Council cancelled a multi-million-dollar water tower project in Teeswater late in March, but Mayor Mark Goetz wants that decision reviewed.

South Bruce approves above-budget purchase, tariffs blamed for overage

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After significant debate regarding retrofitting existing equipment and procurement processes, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce decided to purchase a water tank that came in 20 per cent over budget due to US tariffs.

South Bruce development charges taking shape with council direction

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After receiving direction from council to continue investigating development charges (DCs) for the municipality, South Bruce staff looked for further direction on preferred exemptions, phasing in plans and discounts in the program.

Brockton community rebranding initiative closer to fruition

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Communities within Brockton will be the focus of a rebranding exercise approved by municipal council last week.

Brockton defers transfer to landfill reserves due to disagreement

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A $270,000 transfer to reserves was deferred by Brockton Council during its April 8 meeting, as some council members felt the move wasn’t fair to all residents.

Brockton increases summer staff due to high program demand

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Due to a significant increase in interest during the 2024 summer season and a similar surge in interest this year, Brockton council approved the hiring of additional summer students to run summer day camps.

Brockton to support Walkerton homecoming with seed money and discount

Denny Scott April 17, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Municipality of Brockton will support the 2026 Walkerton Homecoming with seed money at council’s direction, which also sets a standard facility rental reduction for similar future requests.

With or without CanCon, start watching, listening, reading Canadian

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

“First of all, there is no Canadian culture. I’ve never read any Canadian literature. And when have you ever heard anyone say, ‘Honey, let’s stay in and order Canadian food?’” – Stu Smiley (as played by Kevin Pollack) in Canadian Bacon.

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Select Your Region

Howick CAO/Clerk recognized for 10 years in municipal government

CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis, was recognized by the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) recently for 10 years of service in municipal management roles.

Council receives United Way update

At its recent meeting, council here heard a presentation from United Way Perth-Huron Executive Director Ryan Erb, updating everyone on the 2024/25 campaign and the Northern Huron Connection Centre.

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Building numbers down, but value up

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing

While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Building numbers down, but value up

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing

While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

We cannot overlook our own issues

The recent federal election had the highest voter turnout in decades. It seems Canadians took notice when the American president took to sniping at our prime minister, calling him Governor Trudeau, and Canada the 51st state.

A glimpse of The Great War through the headlines of Perth County 

 The town of Listowel was a young 39-year-old when WWI broke out in Europe, and those living among the quiet pastoral fields of Perth County and the many communities within it sent their loved ones to places unknown for King and country, their lives immortalized by ink on page. 

The Capitol Theatre: A Small Town’s Cinematic History

 This week I will take you back to the somewhat humble beginnings of Listowel’s own Capitol Twin Cinema.

Columnists

More than a matter of ‘clearing the swamp’

By Pauline Kerr

Hamilton has become another in the growing number of cities that have decided the solution to the homelessness problem is to root out the folks who live in encampments.

Building numbers down, but value up

By Denny Scott

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

Kurz raises over $17,000 at final strongman fundraising event

By Kelsey Bent

LISTOWEL - The finale to Chris Kurz’s 24-hour decathlon featured him pulling a cargo van across the arena floor at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on May 18.

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