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Heather MacEwen

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Local musician Riley Thompson shares career launch

Heather MacEwen February 6, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Music, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

Flipping the switch from electric to acoustic guitar gives way to a new journey in music

Listowel Florist changes hands, as owners celebrate retirement, new chapter

Heather MacEwen January 30, 2025Business, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Local News

Sharing the gifts of florals, home decor and more continue with young local couple

Local students encouraged to apply for provincial summer company program

Heather MacEwen January 30, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner

STRATFORD – On Jan. 7, 2025, Stratford Perth Centre for Business announced the application…

TarBush Dickey Giller & Associates hold open house for new location

Heather MacEwen January 23, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

TarBush Dickey Giller and Associates opened their doors to welcome friends, family, current and former clients and the public during their celebratory open house on Jan. 16.

Perth Art and Music Conservatory opens in Newton

Heather MacEwen January 16, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Music

Some inspiring news for artists and musicians of all ages: The Perth Art and Music Conservatory in…

Snowflake spectacular – Elma Township primary grades delight with snow, sparkle and a bit of mystery

Heather MacEwen December 26, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

NORTH PERTH - Upon opening curtains, the Elma Township Public School Primary Grades K - 3 had a crowd of parents, family and friends in full smiles.

Results of the DGR referendum

Heather MacEwen December 18, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

South Bruce Council received results of the DGR referendum at a special meeting on Nov. 12. Mayor…

“Field of Dreams” auction raises $120,000 towards Fisher Family Care Centre

Heather MacEwen December 18, 2024Listowel Banner, News

The Listowel Agricultural Society presented a cheque for $120,000 toward Listowel doctor…

Christine’s Christmas House – sparking holiday spirit and cheer

Heather MacEwen December 12, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK – There’s a special kind of Christmas happening just outside of Wingham at Christine’s…

Retirements lead to closing of Newry Vet Clinic after over 40 years of community service

Heather MacEwen December 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

NORTH PERTH – With the recent news of Newry Veterinary Service closing and the retirement of its…

Lions Club donates to Imagination Foundation- announces ‘Holly Dolly Donut’ team up

Heather MacEwen December 5, 2024Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL – The Lions Club of Listowel are donating partial proceeds from their Lotto that wrapped…

Gratitude Letter Box, Kids Festive Night focus on inclusion

Heather MacEwen December 5, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL – It Takes A Village is gearing up for their holiday outreach community support…

New grant program tailored to arts and culture sector

Heather MacEwen November 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Crabby Joe’s was the setting for a Starter Company mix and mingle on behalf of Stratford Perth for Business on Nov. 18. A group of interested and eager local entrepreneurs from creative backgrounds gathered for information and networking all set in the restaurant atmosphere.

Salvation Army Kettle Campaign now underway

Heather MacEwen November 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - The season of giving is upon us. With the Salvation Army kicking off its 2024 Kettle Drive campaign on Saturday, Nov. 23, it was all helping hands on deck for the 2024 kettle launch ceremony, at Zehrs in Listowel. 

Local Santa Claus parades quickly approaching

Heather MacEwen November 21, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Santa Claus Parade time is quickly approaching! Can you feel the seasonal buzz? Our local…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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Atwood braves the heat for Canada Day celebration

Atwood’s biggest event of the year – Canada Day – saw onlookers arriving in droves with sun…

Howick’s 170th Homecoming packed three days with events for all ages

Howick’s 170th Homecoming, July 3-5, was packed with back-to-back events spanning the township.…

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Bruce County under orange heat warning as outages continue

BRUCE COUNTY – Many communities across Bruce County were under an orange-level weather warning on Canada Day as a prolonged heat event continued to affect much of Ontario.

Formosa Lions announce fundaiser total, lottery results

FORMOSA – The Formosa Lions Club report the final fundraising tally for their Walk for Dog Guides, held on May 31, was $1,710.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Bluewater Education Foundation launches inaugural Rankin River canoe rally

BRUCE COUNTY – The Bluewater Education Foundation hosted its inaugural Rankin River Canoe Rally on May 23, bringing together paddlers, nature enthusiasts, volunteers and community supporters for a day on the water.

Bruce County under orange heat warning as outages continue

BRUCE COUNTY – Many communities across Bruce County were under an orange-level weather warning on Canada Day as a prolonged heat event continued to affect much of Ontario.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Bluevale hosts fishing derby

The Bluevale Fishing Derby took place at the Bluevale Dam July 5, with lots of children casting…

No criminal offence by OPP after Wingham arrest

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) “found no reasonable grounds to believe” a Huron County OPP officer committed a criminal offence in connection to injuries sustained by a 69-year-old man while in custody at the OPP detachment in Clinton. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

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Bluevale hosts fishing derby

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Bluevale Fishing Derby took place at the Bluevale Dam July 5, with lots of children casting…

No criminal offence by OPP after Wingham arrest

By Midwestern Newspapers

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) “found no reasonable grounds to believe” a Huron County OPP officer committed a criminal offence in connection to injuries sustained by a 69-year-old man while in custody at the OPP detachment in Clinton. 

Atwood braves the heat for Canada Day celebration

By Rachel Hammermueller

Atwood’s biggest event of the year – Canada Day – saw onlookers arriving in droves with sun…

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