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Kelsey Bent

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

Council votes to allow Binning Street parking during Cyclones playoffs

Kelsey Bent April 11, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

Council amended the agenda at the April 8 meeting to include an item from Lyndon Kowch, director of operations, regarding allowing parking on Binning Street during the Junior Cyclones playoff season. 

In Photos: Easter fun in Elmwood

Kelsey Bent April 4, 2024News

Little ones scramble for Easter eggs, under the watchful eyes of parents. The plastic eggs were traded for bags of Easter treats.

Funding supports North Perth Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, specialist

Kelsey Bent April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council has made it known that the local agri-business sector is a priority and plans to support and promote agriculture through its newly-established Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, and new specialist role in the municipality.

Council seeking explanation from feds regarding denial of recent housing funding

Kelsey Bent April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Matching the tone of comments from council on March 18, it would appear that two strongly-worded letters will be sent to the upper tiers of government, on North Perth stationery.

North Perth to discuss ward boundary options

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

NORTH PERTH – Anticipating a lengthy discussion, North Perth council previously scheduled a…

Council seeking more information about allowing ATVs on NP trail

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council directed staff to present further information regarding allowing ATVs to use a section of the North Perth trail between Listowel and Atwood at a future council meeting. 

2023 North Perth building department deficit totals $830K

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

North Perth’s incoming Chief Building Official (CBO), Sally McMullen, delivered some tough numbers for council to digest at the March 18 meeting. 

Walkerton Rotary Club’s seventh draw on March 21

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Rotary Club held its seventh draw on March 21, with winners as follows: Donna Dentinger ($1,000), Matt Dahms ($500), Sally/Bob Parks ($300), Gord/Pauline Francis ($250), Mark/Carolyn Meyer ($200), and Jason Jackson ($150). 

M-T nearing budget completion

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

At the March 5 council meeting, Morris-Turnberry was waiting on firm numbers from Huron County and Huron East before finalizing its 2024 budget. 

The importance of open-ended goals

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

On Tuesday, March 12, Camille Herron, 42, crossed the finish line of the first-ever Lululemon six-day long race named FURTHER.  Upon crossing the finish line, she not only completed the six-day-long ultramarathon – an incredible feat on its own – but also broke 12 world records. 

Binning St. reconstruction tender comes in $500,000 under budget

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

North Perth’s Manager of Operations, Lyndon Kowch, had the privilege of presenting what he called “the good news report.”

Council appoints Kasenberg to new PC OPP Detachment Board

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

With a unanimous vote, North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg was appointed to the new Perth County OPP Detachment Board for a four-year term at the March 18 council meeting.

Perth County discusses download of new charges from the province, court backlog, new Justices of Peace

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

According to a report update from Perth County Manager of Court Services, Vicky Hamilton, presented to Perth County council on March 7, the county is still waiting to hear if the province will pass down Part III charges. 

North Perth purchases new mic system for chambers

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Catching council off guard, North Perth’s Technology Services Team Lead Eric Bauer presented a report to council to purchase a new microphone system for $18,496 and to be installed in the council chambers, replacing the current five-year-old system.

M-T council gives pre-budget approval for culvert repair, roadside mowing, surface treatment

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Council gave pre-budget approval for a tender for culvert work on Moncrieff Road, roadside mowing, and road surface treatment. 

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Perth County OPP puts funding towards strangulation, IPV training

Detective Sergeant Tara Bolstad informed the Perth County OPP detachment board at their meeting on Nov. 12 of funds used from provincial grants this year – the focus of all mentioned on the local issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). 

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Donations to Walkerton Fire Association go towards training equipment

The Walkerton Fire Association has received donations.

Donations for ‘Buy-A-Bone’ X-Ray campaign

Funds given to X-Ray Fundraising Committee Co-chair, including $3,000, $5,000 and $30,000 donations.

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Two arrested after break-in; impaired drivers in Howick

Huron County OPP has charged two individuals following a break-in at a business property on Londesboro Road on Nov. 17. 

Recruiting new volunteer tax-filers for the upcoming season

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is looking for community members to volunteer in local tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.

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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.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Two arrested after break-in; impaired drivers in Howick

By Submitted

Huron County OPP has charged two individuals following a break-in at a business property on Londesboro Road on Nov. 17. 

Recruiting new volunteer tax-filers for the upcoming season

By Submitted

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is looking for community members to volunteer in local tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.

30-year-old fire truck rides off into sunset

By Cory Bilyea

Rescue 7 rolled into service when the Spice Girls topped the charts and dial‑up internet was still a novelty.

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