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Heather MacEwen

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Raising resilient youth: nine things every child needs from their parents

Heather MacEwen February 27, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

STRATFORD – Avondale United Church, in association with Kiwanis Club of Stratford, along with…

Listowel Celtics U15 – first local girls organized basketball team hosted tournament for the first time this past weekend

Heather MacEwen February 27, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

LISTOWEL – Girls U15 Basketball over the weekend saw Listowel Celtics hosting their first…

U15 boys basketball team travelled to Kincardine

Heather MacEwen February 27, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The weather was in cooperation this past weekend for the U15 boys team to travel to Kincardine. The…

Listowel Celtics basketball teams kickoff season

Heather MacEwen February 13, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

The Listowel Celtics travel basketball teams kicked off their 2024-2025 season with many teams playing regionally over the weekend.

It Takes A Village hosts annual This is Home 24-hour event

Heather MacEwen February 13, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL – It Takes A Village held it’s annual This is Home event Feb. 8-9 at the Blue Box…

Galentine’s Day Event – A success

Heather MacEwen February 13, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

  LISTOWEL – The second annual Galentine’s Day event, held Feb. 8 at the Kinsmen Club, saw…

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…

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

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Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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