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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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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Weed Man campaign collects for Salvation Army food bank

LISTOWEL – According to a Weed Man press release, 1 in 4 families in Canada live in food-insecure households and over half of all Canadians are one paycheque away from needing food bank services.

Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

See all Mildmay area articles.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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Ironmen start season with mixed results, downing Kincardine, losing 2

WINGHAM – The Wingham Ironmen played their first at-home regular-season game on Sept. 19 at the North Huron Wescast Community Centre against the Hanover Barons.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

See all Wingham area articles.

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

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Ironmen start season with mixed results, downing Kincardine, losing 2

By Nicole Beswitherick

WINGHAM – The Wingham Ironmen played their first at-home regular-season game on Sept. 19 at the North Huron Wescast Community Centre against the Hanover Barons.

Weed Man campaign collects for Salvation Army food bank

By Kelsey Bent

LISTOWEL – According to a Weed Man press release, 1 in 4 families in Canada live in food-insecure households and over half of all Canadians are one paycheque away from needing food bank services.

Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

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