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Melissa Dunphy

Melissa Dunphy is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with the Listowel Banner. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.

North Perth council receives post-election report

Melissa Dunphy January 25, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, Municipal Election 2022, News

Clerk and Legislative Services Supervisor, Lindsay Cline, presented a report to North Perth council on Jan. 16, detailing the post-election report surrounding the 2022 municipal and school board election, which was held on Monday, Oct. 24.

Kin Cares Youth Group hosting movie night, Jan. 21

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Kin Cares Youth Group is hosting an event this weekend for students in grades 4-9.

IN PHOTOS: Central Perth Minor Hockey Fundays

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

On Saturday, Jan. 14, the Central Perth Predators held their Minor Hockey Fundays and Breakfast at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex in Monkton. The event saw many teams compete against each other in a fun and friendly tournament. There was great support from the community, as attendance was high an

38th annual Wallace Fun Days enjoys successful running

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

The 38th annual Bruce Williams Memorial Wallace Fun Days Jamboree took place this past weekend at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Junior Cyclones honour veterans, Jan. 13

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Junior Cyclones hosted a Veteran’s Night during their home game on Jan. 13 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Draft business plan received for proposed Galbraith Conservation Area resurrection

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the Jan. 9 North Perth municipal council meeting, a project that has been discussed before was brought back to council members – the Galbraith Conservation Area (GCA).

North Perth ATV Club makes request to municipal council

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Mark Hackett, manager of environmental services of North Perth, informed council at its Jan. 16 meeting of a request sent by the North Perth and District ATV Club regarding their annual roadside cleanup.

Christmas blizzard worst since 1999 in North Perth

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The blizzard that occurred over the holiday season, beginning on Dec. 23, was the worst on record since 1999.

North Perth council utilizes budget meeting for visioning session

Melissa Dunphy January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its first budget meeting of the year, North Perth council used the session as a visioning opportunity, to hear thoughts on issues the municipality is facing and where they would like to see the budget spent. The budget committee provided members of council with a chance to give senior staff sugge

Listowel Farm Toy and Sale draws large crowd

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The Listowel Farm Toy and Sale took place on Jan. 7 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall. The venue was packed full of eager toy enthusiasts looking to score their next big find. (Above) Auctioneer Jason Heimpel of Hei-View Auctions held the charity auction at the event with all proceeds going towards

Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing sends letters to Ontario municipalities

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Municipality of North Perth council had two letters on their agenda at their first meeting of the new year, on Jan. 9, from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.

Council provides letter in support of Listowel Gardens developers

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The council of the Municipality of North Perth is providing a letter of support to developers of Listowel Gardens in their subsidy application.

Former Listowel Public Works building in need of new roof

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A historical heritage building in Listowel is in need of a new roof that could cost the municipality over half a million dollars.

Lions Club of Listowel hosts bottle drive

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The future Lions Club of Listowel held a bottle drive to support those in need in the community on Jan. 7 at Smith’s Market Square in Listowel. Pictured from left: Listowel Lions Joyce Van Santen, Nicole Boneschansker, Cathy Lago, Greg Marles and Keith Van Santen.

Ontario’s property inventory up by over $37B in 2022

Melissa Dunphy January 12, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) recently reported that Ontario’s property inventory grew by more than $37 billion this past year. In 2022, MPAC reported $37.8 billion in new assessment, which includes new construction and additions to existing properties.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

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Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Robinson joins candidates running for council in Brockton

Candidates continue to register for the upcoming municipal election with Christine Robinson filing to run as a councillor in Brockton.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Breakfast and big rigs

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

See all Wingham area articles.

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Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

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Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

By Pauline Kerr

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

By Cory Bilyea

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

By Cory Bilyea

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

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