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Kelsey Bent

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

Open water

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A lone kayaker paddles upstream between the Howson Dam and the Hanna Bridge on the Maitland River in Wingham.

Council hears proposed plan for water, sewer for Hutton Heights

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council agreed to alter the engineer’s phased plan to proceed with developing the subdivision known as Hutton Heights.

Retail plaza planned for McDonald’s property in Wingham

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At the Aug. 9 meeting, North Huron council approved the plans for the construction of a shopping plaza at the corner of Highway 4 and Highway 86.

Heading outdoors

Kelsey Bent August 5, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The North Perth Outlaws have changed their home base to the soccer fields at the Howick Community…

South Bruce expects financial impact of pandemic to be higher in 2021

Kelsey Bent August 5, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

According to a report from Treasurer Kendra Reinhart, the 2021 financial impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic are expected to be higher than last year. 

Staehli races to 17th place finish in Tokyo

Kelsey Bent August 5, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Lucknow’s Julie-Anne Staehli competed in her first-ever event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on July 30.

South Bruce council approves extension of Burger Box lease

Kelsey Bent August 5, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

SOUTH BRUCE – It appears the Burger Box will be open for an additional month this year. At the…

Teeswater gearing up for 165th Fair, Aug. 26-29

Kelsey Bent August 5, 2021Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Teeswater Fair is making a comeback, and on a milestone year to boot. 

Howick council discuss gravel prices when approving tenders

Kelsey Bent July 29, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The rising price of gravel was considered, but will not stop Howick Township from forging ahead with their previously planned road projects. 

Howick sets the standard for roads in future developments

Kelsey Bent July 29, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has begun to set the standard for future development in the township. 

Bob Illman resigns as Howick councillor

Kelsey Bent July 29, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At the July 20 council meeting, Coun. Bob Illman gave his resignation as councillor in Howick Township. 

Province supports agricultural and horticultural societies with additional funding

Kelsey Bent July 29, 2021Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario government recently announced $1.1 million in additional funding to offer continued support for the province’s agricultural and horticultural societies impacted by COVID-19.

Howick to divert heavy trucks around Wroxeter with signage

Kelsey Bent July 28, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

As an answer to residents' requests, council has decided to place ‘No Heavy Trucks’ signs at Main Street, Queen Street, Howick Street, Vogt Street, and Gibson Street in Wroxeter to alleviate the number of trucks travelling through the village. 

Howick council opts to repair Wroxeter pavilion

Kelsey Bent June 28, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

For the third meeting in a row, Howick council discussed what should be done with the pavilion at the Wroxeter ball park that recently sustained damages from vandals. 

Some heroes just carry cellphones

Kelsey Bent June 25, 2021Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Recently, the played host to several events. I would guess that most people tuned into the NHL Playoffs. Possibly many tuned in to watch the Canada vs. Brazil FIBA soccer (or football) match. 

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Howick CAO/Clerk recognized for 10 years in municipal government

CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis, was recognized by the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) recently for 10 years of service in municipal management roles.

Council receives United Way update

At its recent meeting, council here heard a presentation from United Way Perth-Huron Executive Director Ryan Erb, updating everyone on the 2024/25 campaign and the Northern Huron Connection Centre.

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Building numbers down, but value up

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing

While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.

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Building numbers down, but value up

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing

While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

We cannot overlook our own issues

The recent federal election had the highest voter turnout in decades. It seems Canadians took notice when the American president took to sniping at our prime minister, calling him Governor Trudeau, and Canada the 51st state.

A glimpse of The Great War through the headlines of Perth County 

 The town of Listowel was a young 39-year-old when WWI broke out in Europe, and those living among the quiet pastoral fields of Perth County and the many communities within it sent their loved ones to places unknown for King and country, their lives immortalized by ink on page. 

The Capitol Theatre: A Small Town’s Cinematic History

 This week I will take you back to the somewhat humble beginnings of Listowel’s own Capitol Twin Cinema.

Columnists

More than a matter of ‘clearing the swamp’

By Pauline Kerr

Hamilton has become another in the growing number of cities that have decided the solution to the homelessness problem is to root out the folks who live in encampments.

Building numbers down, but value up

By Denny Scott

While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.

Kurz raises over $17,000 at final strongman fundraising event

By Kelsey Bent

LISTOWEL - The finale to Chris Kurz’s 24-hour decathlon featured him pulling a cargo van across the arena floor at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on May 18.

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