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Kelsey Bent

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

IN PHOTOS: 2024 Bruce Williams Memorial Fun Days

Kelsey Bent January 17, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

The 39th annual Bruce Williams Memorial Fun Days Jamboree went off without a hitch last weekend, despite the snowy weather. Thirty-six teams from across the region braved the cold to travel to the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex in Listowel.

Perth County reviews $16.9M capital budget

Kelsey Bent January 17, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Manager of Finance Corey Bridges shared that the 2024 capital budget is $16.9 million, and includes 37 projects, with $10.5 million funded from reserves; $2.42 million funded from Canada Community Building Fund, Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund, and municipal partners, and; $4.1 million funded

Three-storey residential/commercial development of long-time vacant lot reviewed at NP council

Kelsey Bent January 17, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In a public meeting to discuss the development of 670 Main St. E. in Listowel, there were no signs of opposition, from council or the public.

Mayor says ‘Let’s not put the cart before the horse’ in Listowel Gardens’ ask for support

Kelsey Bent January 17, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council’s work to develop a housing-focused Community Improvement Plan (CIP) has piqued the interest of a local developer.

United Way report states Perth-Huron has most frequent rates of racial discrimination in SWO

Kelsey Bent January 17, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A new report from the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) states the region experienced the most frequent rates of discrimination, with 42 per cent of such incidents happening in the work place.

There’s no weighing the options when it comes to children’s safety

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Columns

Late on Dec. 18, I read a police report that made me stop in my tracks.

Perth County Official Plan entering public consultation

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Staff anticipate the new Perth County Official Plan to be completed before the end of 2024, however, significant public consultation and provincial approval are needed first.

Former Monkton library property to be listed for sale by municipality

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Since the Monkton Library moved to the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex, council asked staff to consider the sale of the former site in May 2022. At the Jan. 8 council meeting council voted to list the property for sale.

Report reiterates North Perth’s commitment to health care

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Last month, council was told to expect over 9,000 North Perth residents to be without a family physician in the next five years, as a result of the approaching retirement of six local doctors.

Transportation Master Plan recommends expanding Listowel sidewalks, trails

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The North Perth Transportation Master Plan (TMP) proposes $6.7 million in upgrades to the pedestrian and cycling network, citing data collected from locals surveyed.

When the math just doesn’t add up

Kelsey Bent January 10, 2024Columns

If you cast your attention at all to the app TikTok, then I am sure you have seen the recent trend circulating about math and all its variable forms.

Howick Township sets new fees and charges bylaw

Kelsey Bent January 2, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At its Dec. 19 meeting, Howick council agreed to pass the fees and charges bylaw which sets all charges for the coming year.

Perth County agrees to 10.49% insurance premium increase

Kelsey Bent January 2, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In a staff report outlining the results of an insurance request for proposal (RFP) at the Dec. 21 meeting, Corey Bridge, Perth County’s manager of finance, recommended the lowest bidder – and the county’s existing provider – AON Reed Stenhouse Inc.

Howick firefighters get new gear for Christmas

Kelsey Bent December 28, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At the Dec. 19 meeting, Howick council gave pre-budget approval to increase the budget for firefighter gear from $9,000 to $34,000.

Rothwell questions increased planning charges

Kelsey Bent December 28, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In a multi-department report, North Perth staff asked council to consider a new fees and charges bylaw for the 2024 calendar year.

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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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