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Kelsey Bent

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

North Perth, Perth County turn down 19-townhome development

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, News

North Perth council sided with several vocal neighbours against a proposed 19-townhome development on Walton Avenue North in Listowel at the May 27 meeting. In following procedure, the proposed development with North Perth’s comments was presented to Perth County council on June 6, where after two t

Kasenberg appointed to Perth County road rationalization project committee

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Representing North Perth will be Mayor Todd Kasenberg in the Perth County road rationalization project, which could see the county assume six North Perth roads. 

Industrial, residential developments north of Listowel okayed by North Perth, County

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, News

A 54-acre development at the north end of Listowel, which includes industrial, commercial, and residential areas, received approval from Perth County on June 6, and on May 27 by North Perth. 

Council votes to maintain NPFD on-call weekend requirements

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council opted for the status quo for North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) on-call weekend requirements, despite roughly 43 per cent of the firefighters surveyed prefering reduced requirements. According to a report presented to council on June 3, approximately 57 per cent of North Perth firefighters w

North Perth Imagination Library receive a positive response in its first month

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council here was updated on the community response since the launch of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program in North Perth, at its May 26 meeting.

Ghostwriting

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

I have this theory about dogs. The theory is, that the best dogs are not the most well-behaved dogs, they are the most memorable dogs.

Legionnaires management changes hands

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

Long-time Listowel Legionnaires General Manager Chris Kurz, announced on May 29 that he would be stepping down from his role. 

Wingham musician’s career leads him to Carnagie Hall, locals comment on performance

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham native, Thomas Beard’s career has led him to performing at the legendary Carnagie Hall in New York City on April 20, 2024.

Wingham musician’s career leads him to Carnagie Hall, locals comment on performance

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Wingham Advance Times

NEW YORK – Wingham native, Thomas Beard’s career has led him to performing at the legendary…

Listowel Memorial Hospital working to restore units after fire

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Listowel Banner, News

On the morning of May 28, a small fire broke out within a construction zone on the second floor of the Listowel Memorial Hospital.

Stacked, Community Living North Perth team up

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Passing the cheque from a May 27 fundraiser is Stacked Pancakes co-owners Romy Sharma and Hitang Singla alongside Community Living North Perth representatives. The fundraiser raised $440.13.

Council approves purchase of a new tractor, arena rubber flooring, Atwood playground

Kelsey Bent June 6, 2024Listowel Banner, News

NORTH PERTH – Council approved the purchase of one new tractor with a cab, to be located at the…

Business owners lament building permit issues, CBO offers explanations

Kelsey Bent May 30, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Three local businesses claim the municipality’s building department has let them down resulting in negative  impacts to the their businesses, which they say cost them thousands of dollars.

Community Living North Perth, Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House team up to fundraise

Kelsey Bent May 30, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Community Living North Perth hosted a fundraiser joint with Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House on May 27 with 10 per cent of all sales going  toward their programs. 

Get ready to ‘Golf Fore Hospice’

Kelsey Bent May 30, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The sixth annual Golf Fore Hospice is scheduled for June 18 at Walkerton Golf and Curling Club.

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Howick passes 2026 budget with 5.34% tax rate increase, plus 2% capital infrastructure levy

HOWICK - The council chambers here were more crammed than usual, as addi- tional chairs had to be brought in for mem- bers of the public in attendance for the township’s third draft budget presentation – which was passed at a tax rate increase of 5.34 per cent plus 2% capital infrastruc- ture levy.

North Perth continues to warm hearts with sixth-annual CNOY in Listowel

LISTOWEL – As the winter weather shows small signs of slowing, the break in colder weather brings…

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Sing! Show Chorus moving to Cargill Community Centre

WALKERTON - Byron Ballagh, Maria Ballagh and Steph Fortney, representing Sing! Show Chorus, appeared as a delegation at the Feb. 10 meeting of Brockton Council to request a rental rate reduction for Cargill Community Centre.

Council seeks to optimize use of sport courts

WALKERTON - The outdoor pickleball season isn’t that far away, and Brockton council wants to make sure users of the newly-refurbished tennis and pickleball courts in Walkerton are contributing what they should toward capital and operating costs.

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Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The horizon looms

It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon. 

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

Columnists

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

By Cory Bilyea

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

Howick secures pothole grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

After successfully securing $38,000 through the Ontario Pothole Prevention and Repair Program, council here has approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation.

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