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Kelsey Bent

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

Saving Graceland shines spotlight on local mental health issues

Kelsey Bent June 27, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Show on Blyth stage until Aug. 8

The Farm Show a reminder of Blyth Festival Theatre’s humble ‘barn’ beginnings

Kelsey Bent June 20, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Kicking off the double whammy anniversary season: the 50th Blyth Festival Theatre season, as well as Gil Garrett’s 10th season as artistic director, is The Farm Show. 

North Perth approves Listowel sewer work, $110,000 over budget

Kelsey Bent June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Unfortunately, the saying ‘Make a deposit at the porcelain bank’ does not benefit the municipality this time, according to a June 3 staff report. 

Comparing North Perth, Perth County energy conservation plans

Kelsey Bent June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, News

On June 3, North Perth council approved its 2024 Energy Conservation Plan, subsequently, Perth County approved its plan at the June 6 meeting. 

North Perth aims to update building permit fees Aug. 1

Kelsey Bent June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council here plans to adopt new building permit fees with a scheduled phase in of a 10 per cent surcharge, beginning August 1, 2024.

Council offers letter of support to Listowel Gardens developer, ahead of passing housing CIP

Kelsey Bent June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Although the intention of the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is to improve the local housing market, it appears that its development has hindered the Listowel Gardens housing project.

Policy to facilitate additional names on firefighter monument approved

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, News

A recent death has brought to light the need for a policy to facilitate the addition of names to the North Perth Firefighter Monument, connected to the 2011 tragedy that claimed the lives of two volunteer firefighters. 

Remembering humble beginnings

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

I fear that a couple of councils are teetering on a slippery slope, with the recent disapproval of a townhome development. 

North Perth raises Pride flag at office

Kelsey Bent June 13, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

To commemorate and show its support to Pride Month, North Perth Pride in partnership with the Municipality of North Perth hosted its third annual flag-raising event on June 3. 

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.

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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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

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.

See all Wingham area articles.

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…

Columnists

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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