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Kelsey Bent

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

Howick Fire holds firefighters breakfast Oct. 20

Kelsey Bent October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick firefighter, Nathan Lock, is pictured cooking at the Howick Firefighter’s Breakfast fundraiser on Oct. 20 at the Howick Fire Station.

Wingham Diwali celebration attracts a crowd

Kelsey Bent October 25, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - A community Diwali celebration was hosted at the Wingham Columbus Centre on Oct. 20. The event featured Indian cuisine, traditional music, a Bhangra dance performance, and henna tattoos, pictured is Parisha Kumas showing off hers.

LDSS 30th Terry Fox Run raises $2,500

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

In 30 years, Listowel District Secondary School’s (LDSS) fundraising efforts for The Terry Fox Foundation has amounted to $144,121.28. For their anniversary year, the school has set a goal to raise $2,000. 

Battle of the Badges in Listowel over the weekend

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024News

Battle of the Badges held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Arena in Listowel on Oct. 20.

Subsidized child care fees to be capped at $22 per day in 2025

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Those eligible under the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System (CWELCC) will see a $2 per day reduction in child care fees in North Perth. 

Perth County adopts new Official Plan without amendment for Eden Grove development

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Despite opposition from several delegations, Perth County council adopted its new Official Plan (OP) at an Oct. 17 council meeting without including amendments for development projects underway.

Listowel MAP59 park to open in November

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

The culmination of many volunteers’ dedicated time has resulted in a beautiful and peaceful commemorative place, which shines a light on what was one of the darkest moments in this town’s history. 

Maple Avenue scare house fundraiser returning for 15th year on Oct. 26, 27 and 31

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Martine Desrosiers and her husband Jeff Whiteside are preparing for their 15th annual Halloween House fundraiser at 640 Maple Avenue North. 

Atwood neighbours hosting Halloween food drive to benefit The Village

Kelsey Bent October 24, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

A local couple started the trend of decorating for Halloween on the main street in the village of Atwood. Their hopes of it catching on have come true, inevitably turning Atwood into a Halloween town.

The 14th annual Pumpkinpalooza event hosted by Harwill Farms near Gowanstown

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The Gowland family were among those enjoying some family time at the farm. 

Coun. Robert Wilhelm to fill Jim Aitcheson’s seat during leave

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

A new member of the council of the Municipality of Perth South has taken a seat at Perth County council. 

Courthouse addition nearing completion

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

The addition to the Perth County courthouse, named Connecting Link, is nearing completion with an anticipated occupancy date in November. 

Listowel’s CIBC Run For The Cure participants and volunteers gather at Memorial Park

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News

The run took place last Saturday, raising awareness for breast cancer.

Experts share views ahead of Oct. 28 community vote on NWMO’s deep geological repository proposal

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Five experts in varying fields spoke to a group of 160 on Oct. 5, at an information event about the NWMO’s deep geological repository (DGR) project proposed in Teeswater.

North Perth Seniors hold 35th anniversary celebration

Kelsey Bent October 3, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae cut a rug and the cake at North Perth Seniors group’s 35th anniversary event on Sept. 26 at the Listowel Ag Hall. Rae was not only seen tearing up the dance floor with a member of the group, but also slicing into the anniversary cake. 

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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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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

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Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

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County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

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Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

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…

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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