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Kelsey Bent

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

North Perth Servicing Master Plan puts highest priority on additional water storage north of Listowel

Kelsey Bent October 9, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth recently had its first look at the draft Servicing Master Plan, which investigates water infrastructure needs within the communities of Listowel and Atwood, and identifies future infrastructure projects potentially needed in the next 25 years.

North Perth, Perth County share impacts of Canada Post strike

Kelsey Bent October 9, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - Due to the ongoing postal service workers strike at Canada Post, mail from North Perth and Perth County have been impacted.

Simply Celebrate You boutique recognizes fifth year in business with fashion show

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Business, Listowel Banner

LISTOWEL - Simply Celebrate You fashion boutique hosted its fifth anniversary fashion show at the Listowel Ag Hall on Sept. 28.

In photos: 2025 Howick Fall Fair

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - The Howick Fall Fair, held on Sept. 26 and 27, had something for everyone.

Council invited to unlearn workshop hosted by Kin Cares

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - While discussing items on the consent agenda during the Sept. 22 North Perth Council meeting, Listowel Ward Coun. Sarah Blazek brought attention to an invitation from Kin Cares.

Listowel schools raise funds for Terry Fox Foundation

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Listowel Eastdale Public School students and faculty participated in the annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 26.

Council approves $5.6 million tender for wastewater filters, project includes 25 per cent tariff contingency

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council approved a tender for the replacement of the existing tertiary sand filters at the North Perth Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) at its Sept. 22 meeting. 

TD Canada Trust Wingham TD Tree Day event sees 200 plantings

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

This is the third time TD has planted trees in this location since 2018. 

Varsity Lightings Field Hockey Team win, lose at home

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Varsity Girls Field Hockey Team hosted two games at home on Sept. 17.

LDSS’ Grayson Carter wins Huron-Perth Golf Tournament

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

LISTOWEL - High school students from across the Avon Maitland District School Board region took their swing at the Listowel Golf Course in the Huron Perth Golf Tournament on Sept. 22.

Trust the trustees

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Wingham Advance Times

The chair of  the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) suggested local trustees focus on themselves in the first board meeting after the Ontario Education Minister’s comments about eliminating the school trustee position altogether.

Council approves new street names, one in honour of Raymond Walter

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Council has approved the five street names in the Countryside Meadows subdivision to be constructed north east of Listowel – one of which is in honour of North Perth Firefighter Raymond Walter who died in the line of duty on March 17, 2011.

Council divided as Perth County approves Trowbridge subdivision

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - Last month, the council of the Municipality of North Perth did not voice concerns after taking the first look at the plans for a rural subdivision. The same can not be said about Perth County.

Perth County receives provincial approval of new official plan

Kelsey Bent September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - Perth County announced via a Sept. 16 press release that its official plan was approved by the Province of Ontario. 

Parent impacted by the over 200 school-age childcare spaces lost in Huron County pitches solution to AMDSB

Kelsey Bent September 18, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

SEAFORTH - Concerned parent, Marnie Van Esbroeck, impacted by London Bridge Child Care’s Aug. 19 decision to end before and after-school programs in Exeter and Hensall on Sept. 26, pitched a solution to Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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Walkerton Rotary Club Lottery Draw winners

Winners of the Jan. 8 Walkerton Rotary Lottery Draw

Brockton’s first Mayor’s Budget comes in at increase of 2.64 per cent to levy

WALKERTON - Brockton council has successfully completed its first Mayor’s Budget, coming in with an increase to the municipal tax levy of roughly 2.64 per cent over last year.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Columnists

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

By Cory Bilyea

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

By Kelsey Bent

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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