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Kelsey Bent

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Kelsey Bent is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

80 per cent of people living in Huron feel safe walking after dark; 54 per cent in Perth

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

According to the United Way Perth-Huron Quality of Life report, living in a safe community is a large component of a resident’s self-perceived well-being. 

Council passes 2024 budget

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, News

According to North Perth Deputy Treasurer Becky Balfour, this is the earliest in her recollection that the municipal budget has been passed. 

County discusses better reporting of coyote sightings

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, News

PERTH COUNTY – Council disagreed with a staff report that stated there is not enough evidence to…

Meeting of Creative Needle Club

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – The Creative Needle Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at Listowel Mennonite…

‘Off to the Races’ at Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

The annual Helen Whitfield Ladies Curling Bonspiel was held at the Listowel Curling Club on Feb. 3 under the theme ‘Off to the Races.’

Council approves third year of April ice at Howick Community Centre

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Council approved the installation of late-season ice at the Howick Community Centre for the third year in a row.

Howick Township approves purchase of fire chief vehicle

Kelsey Bent February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Township council gave pre-budget approval to allow for the purchase of a used 2012 Ford Expedition, to be used as the fire chief/bylaw enforcement officer’s vehicle at the Jan. 16 council meeting.

Monkton Diner hosting Feb. 5 spaghetti dinner fundraiser to benefit fire victims

Kelsey Bent February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

After a family lost their home, a local business didn’t hesitate to offer their support.

County council approves Milverton subdivision near gun club

Kelsey Bent February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

With two narrow votes, Perth County council approved two Official Plan amendments allowing a subdivision in Milverton to proceed.

United Way report: 10 per cent of youth smoke in Perth-Huron

Kelsey Bent February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A report commissioned by United Way Perth-Huron has highlighted certain aspects regarding the health of local youth.

Howick Township council raises honorarium 4.54%

Kelsey Bent January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The previous council remuneration bylaw was reviewed and Howick Treasurer Amy Van Meeteren recommended updates for 2024.

Howick Township increases municipal building fees, charges

Kelsey Bent January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

According to a report from Howick’s Chief Building Official, permit fees have not been adjusted since 2020.

United Way report: Perth-Huron has second highest living wage rate in Ontario

Kelsey Bent January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

According to United Way Perth-Huron’s Quality of Life report, the most recent living wage for part-time, which was released in November 2023, is $22.75 per hour.

Last year saw more homes built in Howick than 2022

Kelsey Bent January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Although there were slightly less total building permits issued in 2023 than in 2022, the total number of dwelling units created in Howick Township was significantly higher.

Council requests report on regulation of wind turbines

Kelsey Bent January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A delegation to North Perth council on Jan. 15 asked to pass a zoning bylaw to regulate wind turbines. 

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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.

See all Listowel 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 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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