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Kelsey Bent

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

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. 

Water company proposes upgrades to Mildmay Rotary Park

Kelsey Bent June 25, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The South Bruce Rotary Club has teamed up with the Aurora-based alkaline spring water company, Flow, to improve the health and safety of the spring water distribution system at the Mildmay Rotary Park.

Sunnyside Grill opening additional location in Wingham

Kelsey Bent June 25, 2021Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

It appears as though the apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree in regard to Sunnyside Grill as a brand and its franchisees. 

Howick Fire Department investigating change to dispatch services

Kelsey Bent June 25, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Howick Fire Department is planning to switch dispatch services from Stratford to Owen Sound. 

Royal Homes celebrates 50 years of business

Kelsey Bent May 26, 2021Business

The 1970s was a time of many things, but in the construction world it was the beginning of prefabricated homes. It is also when Royal Homes began what would become its 50-year business journey.

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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Numbers on homelessness speak for themselves – trying to solve 2026 crisis, 1970s funding not working

Recent data released by Wellington County and Guelph shows 85,000 people in Ontario were homeless in 2025, up eight per cent from the previous year.

Arran-Elderslie receives water infrastructure funding from provincial government

CHESLEY - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, in partnership with the Province of Ontario, recently announced approval for significant funding under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream. 

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick approves 2026 annual accessibility plan

HOWICK - Council here at its Jan. 13 meeting discussed its annual accessibility plan for 2026.

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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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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Salvation Army receives generous donation from Listowel Agricultural Society

By Heather MacEwen

The Listowel Salvation Army Food bank was grateful to receive a generous $4,000 donation from the…

Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

By Heather MacEwen

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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