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Kelsey Bent

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

North Perth council selects engineers for 2024 road reconstruction work

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council received good news relating to recent engineering proposals, as Manager of Public Works Lyndon Kowch stated they came in under budget.

North Perth joins petition seeking changes regarding Highway Traffic Act

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth council does not plan to let up on their petition to limit vehicle speed in Kurtsville.

Howick sees increase in homes built, decrease in total permits issued

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

lthough the number of building permits issued in Howick Township is down, the projects seem to be larger than average.

Howick Fire Chief to split time as bylaw enforcement officer

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Fire Chief Josh Kestner was appointed the Municipal Bylaw Enforcement Officer at the Oct. 3 council meeting.

Howick will see two per cent increase in OPP bill

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Next year’s increases to the OPP budget in Howick Township are credited to a slight increase in the calls for service, number of households, salaries, and the 2022 cost-adjustment.

Howick to host trail grand opening

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Guests can get the full fall experience on Oct. 29 in Howick.

Take me back to happier times

Kelsey Bent October 12, 2023Columns

I don’t know about you, but after watching last week’s Toronto Blue Jays post-season games, I was looking for a pick-me-up. Or so to speak.

Listowel Furniture and Sleep Centre hosts grand opening

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

Listowel Furniture and Sleep Centre celebrated its grand opening with community leaders on Sept. 30. Stan and Charlene Klasen took ownership of the business in July but will still offer Ashley brand furniture and mattresses, however they also carry locally made wood furniture, metal signs and home d

50 people take part in CIBC Run for the Cure, Oct. 1

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

CIBC Run for the Cure Listowel coordinator Kim Hutchings-Hahn (right), accompanied by Vicki Leppington (middle) and Connie Shiel (left), lead a group of roughly 50 people at the Oct. 1 event at Listowel Memorial Park. The aim of the third annual event was to raise funds and bring awareness to breast

IN PHOTOS: Pumpkinpalooza 2023

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Pumpkinpalooza 2023 was another big hit on the weekend, with droves of people turning out to find that perfect future jack-o-lantern.

North Perth acquires Wallace Ave. Scotiabank building

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth council unanimously agreed to confirm the purchase of the Wallace Avenue North Scotiabank building for $950,000 at its Oct. 2 meeting.

IN PHOTOS: 164th Howick-Turnberry Fair

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The 164th Howick-Turnberry Fair was held at the Howick Community Centre on Sept. 29 and 30.

Royal Homes hosts annual open house

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Business, Wingham Advance Times

Royal Homes hosted its annual open house on Sept. 29-30 offering tours of both the design centre and factor both located in Wingham. In the factory tour, guests got to see the unique construction process of a Royal Home.

Construction class at F.E. Madill Secondary School looking for work in the community

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Need a new garden shed or a custom wood project built? The students in Jesse Poels’ construction class at F.E. Madill Secondary School can help you out.

Remembrance Day services planned for Teeswater, Mildmay

Kelsey Bent October 4, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a report from CAO/Clerk Leanne Martin, plans for two Remembrance Day services were shared with council on Sept. 26.

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Listowel Celtics competitive basketball tryouts

LISTOWEL – Basketball tryout for the Celtics 2026 travel teams are underway. A second round of…

Listowel locals flood downtown for Santa Claus parade 2025

LISTOWEL - Community members crowded the streets of Listowel on Saturday, Nov. 29 for the annual Santa Claus parade.

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Bruce and Grey beef farmers donate funds to address food security in area

BRUCE-GREY - The Bruce County Beef Farmers and the Grey County Beef Farmers Association made a joint donation of almost $4,000 to Grey Bruce Food Share this holiday season.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas …

The halls are decked out, candy canes are everywhere, and the Elmwood kids had the opportunity to tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what they want for Christmas, and enjoy treats and hot chocolate, at the annual Tree Lighting Nov. 30.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Preparing for winter

Fall (the season not ‘falling down’) is now over and winter will shortly be on us. My doctors tell me to work on my exercise program as well as increasing my muscle mass by exercising the quad muscles.

St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon

St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…

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Editorial

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.

Coalition explores Bill 5 concerns through series

Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act) continues to raise concerns around issues of…

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Preparing for winter

By Bob Murray

Fall (the season not ‘falling down’) is now over and winter will shortly be on us. My doctors tell me to work on my exercise program as well as increasing my muscle mass by exercising the quad muscles.

St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon

By Cory Bilyea

St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…

Dog issues persist in Morris-Turnberry

By Denny Scott

Dogs continue to be an issue for bylaw enforcement in Morris-Turnberry as Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston (who handles bylaw enforcement as well) reported two new complaints. 

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