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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.

Ehgoetz elected as Perth County warden

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the inaugural Dec. 1 meeting of Perth County council, a new warden was appointed for the coming term.

Roc N Duke’s Pet Supplies slated for expansion to Listowel

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A fast-growing local business is set to get a brand-new location in Listowel.

Listowel business receives backlash for profane sign

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A local business is under scrutiny for displaying a holiday sign featuring profane language on a busy downtown street.

Calvary United Church hosts craft, bake sale

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

The Calvary United Church in Listowel held its Craft and Bake Sale on Nov. 26. Many local vendors sold their wide variety of goods to eager holiday shoppers. Pictured: Amanda Yule and Leasa Skinner from Hot off the Hook pose with their self-made crocheted merchandise.

Atwood Lions host annual parade, Light the Park spectacle

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Atwood was the place to be last Friday night, as many turned out for the Santa Claus Parade and the Light The Park festivities that took place in the town.

North Perth Chamber of Commerce hosts holiday festivities

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Santa made a stop in the town of Listowel this past weekend.

Howick Township hosts Festival of Lights

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Township presented the Festival of Lights on Saturday, Nov. 26, and it certainly did not disappoint.

Railway City bikers chapter unites to help abused children

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Bikers in the area are doing a whole lot of good by aiding children of abuse through one of the toughest times of their lives.

Monkton building destroyed in downtown fire, Nov. 21

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, Music

On Monday, Nov. 21 at approximately 11 a.m., all three North Perth Fire Department stations responded to a structure fire at 221 Winstanley Street in Monkton.

Nancy Rothwell elected Avon Maitland school board chair

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the inaugural board meeting on Nov. 15 for the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), North Perth Trustee Nancy Rothwell was elected chair for the board.

North Perth council sworn in for coming term, Nov. 21

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, Music

A meeting brimming with hope for a better community is how one might describe North Perth’s inaugural council meeting on Nov. 21.

Heartland Animal Hospital hosting annual Pet Food Drive

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Heartland Animal Hospital of Listowel, Drayton and Mount Forest have begun their 11th annual Christmas Pet Food Drive, on now until Dec. 16.

Howick council officially sworn in on Nov. 15

Melissa Dunphy November 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Nov. 15, The Township of Howick council held their Declaration of Office Ceremony and Inaugural Council Meeting.

Atwood Lions’ skating rink to be open for 2022-23 season

Melissa Dunphy November 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

At its Nov. 14 council meeting, the Municipality of North Perth and the Atwood Lions entered into a lease agreement in regards to the outdoor skating amenity in Atwood.

North Perth council bids farewell to Behrns, Seiler

Melissa Dunphy November 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Nov. 14 North Perth municipal council meeting was bittersweet for many, as it was the last council meeting for two long-time councillors, Julie Behrns and Terry Seiler.

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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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Atwood braves the heat for Canada Day celebration

Atwood’s biggest event of the year – Canada Day – saw onlookers arriving in droves with sun…

Howick’s 170th Homecoming packed three days with events for all ages

Howick’s 170th Homecoming, July 3-5, was packed with back-to-back events spanning the township.…

See all Listowel area articles.

Bruce County under orange heat warning as outages continue

BRUCE COUNTY – Many communities across Bruce County were under an orange-level weather warning on Canada Day as a prolonged heat event continued to affect much of Ontario.

Formosa Lions announce fundaiser total, lottery results

FORMOSA – The Formosa Lions Club report the final fundraising tally for their Walk for Dog Guides, held on May 31, was $1,710.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Bluewater Education Foundation launches inaugural Rankin River canoe rally

BRUCE COUNTY – The Bluewater Education Foundation hosted its inaugural Rankin River Canoe Rally on May 23, bringing together paddlers, nature enthusiasts, volunteers and community supporters for a day on the water.

Bruce County under orange heat warning as outages continue

BRUCE COUNTY – Many communities across Bruce County were under an orange-level weather warning on Canada Day as a prolonged heat event continued to affect much of Ontario.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Bluevale hosts fishing derby

The Bluevale Fishing Derby took place at the Bluevale Dam July 5, with lots of children casting…

No criminal offence by OPP after Wingham arrest

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) “found no reasonable grounds to believe” a Huron County OPP officer committed a criminal offence in connection to injuries sustained by a 69-year-old man while in custody at the OPP detachment in Clinton. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

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.

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Bluevale hosts fishing derby

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Bluevale Fishing Derby took place at the Bluevale Dam July 5, with lots of children casting…

No criminal offence by OPP after Wingham arrest

By Midwestern Newspapers

The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) “found no reasonable grounds to believe” a Huron County OPP officer committed a criminal offence in connection to injuries sustained by a 69-year-old man while in custody at the OPP detachment in Clinton. 

Atwood braves the heat for Canada Day celebration

By Rachel Hammermueller

Atwood’s biggest event of the year – Canada Day – saw onlookers arriving in droves with sun…

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