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

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. 

Eastdale Public School raise over $3,800 for the Terry Fox Foundation

Kelsey Bent October 3, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Students of Listowel Eastdale Public School were all smiles while participating in the Terry Fox Run/Walk on Sept. 27. The school raised over $3,800 for the Terry Fox Foundation.

The future of PC Connect’s Rural Route up for discussion

Kelsey Bent October 3, 2024Listowel Banner, News

PERTH COUNTY - The future of Perth County’s rural public transportation program was set for discussion at the Perth County Council meeting on Oct. 3. 

Bluewater Recycling Association’s new president a familiar face

Kelsey Bent October 3, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Michelle Courtney, the Bluewater Recycling Association’s (BRA) current controller, has been appointed president, effective Nov. 4, 2024.

Cyclones’ sack the Siskins in shootouts

Kelsey Bent September 26, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

Coming back from a three point deficit at the end of the first, the Listowel Cyclones sent the Kitchener Waterloo Siskins home one point shy of the win. 

Mayne Corners to be assessed for safety improvements

Kelsey Bent September 26, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

North Perth’s years of lobbying for a safety assessment of Mayne Corners, just west of Kurtzville, has finally amounted to success. 

Council selects architect for EMCC rejuvenation project

Kelsey Bent September 26, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

North Perth council awarded a tender to Axia Design Associates of Toronto, to provide the preliminary design, detailed drawings, and contract administration for renovations to the Elma Memorial Community Centre (EMCC).

15U Listowel Legionnaires’ provincial championship win recognized by council

Kelsey Bent September 26, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg called the 15U Listowel Legionnaires’ provincial championship win, “another great story of excellence in sport in our community.” 

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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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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