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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.

LMH CEO comments on temporary closure of OB unit

Melissa Dunphy April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

It was announced last week that there will be a temporary closure of the obstetrics (OB) department at Listowel Memorial Hospital. This is due to a lack of trained obstetrical nurses available within the OB department, as maternity leaves are leaving the department with only two nurses left.

Easter Basket(ball)

Melissa Dunphy April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

Kaiden Vertulia, 12, shoots and scores on the sunny Easter Monday, April 1.

Ball hockey league coming to North Perth

Melissa Dunphy March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

The growing Municipality of North Perth is getting its own ball hockey league, beginning April 28. 

Eastdale addition on schedule, slated to open September 2024

Melissa Dunphy March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Listowel’s Eastdale Public School is getting ready for increased capacity coming in the next school year. 

Brussels’ Adam Cousins – country star in the making

Melissa Dunphy March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Being born and raised in the small town of Brussels, Adam Cousins is a poster boy for real small town living and country music stardom dreaming. His love and appreciation for music drove Cousins to pursue his passion for country music, and now being an exciting and emerging Canadian country talent,

March Break Library fun

Melissa Dunphy March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Malee, 6, Jacob, 4, and Amelia, 4, spend their last few days of freedom during March Break at the Listowel branch of the North Perth Public Library completing some festive St. Patrick’s Day colouring pages. 

In Photos: Paddyfest Sports

Melissa Dunphy March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

  Kin Cares hosted their second Paddyfest event this year on March 12 at North Perth Westfield…

Listowel Christian School to host online, live auctions

Melissa Dunphy March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

With spring right around the corner, the Listowel Christian School is hosting a spring auction consisting of both an online auction beginning March 21 and a live auction at the elementary school on March 22. All the items have been generously donated by many local businesses and families with funds

Paddyfest concert to host local rising talent Owen Riegling

Melissa Dunphy March 14, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

With Paddyfest festivities well underway this week, Listowel is set to host Mildmay native and rising country star Owen Riegling Friday night at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

SOAKING UP THE LAST OF SUMMER

Melissa Dunphy August 31, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

Summer isn’t over just yet! After a fun-filled day of playing in the warm late summer sun and the cool, refreshing water at the Listowel Kinette Splash Pad, it’s easy to have a big smile on your face (and be a little silly).

Wroxeter bridge soffit repair tendered

Melissa Dunphy August 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Soffit repairs to the Wroxeter bridge are needed and at its Aug. 15 meeting, Howick council approved a tender to get the job done.

Howick to set new bylaws for pool enclosures

Melissa Dunphy August 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

During the Aug. 15 meeting, Howick council directed staff to draft a swimming pool enclosure bylaw to be presented at a future council meeting.

Maitland Conservation updates North Perth council on general status

Melissa Dunphy August 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its Aug. 14 meeting, North Perth council hosted a delegation from Maitland Conservation (MC, previously MVCA) regarding a general update from the organization.

Changes to be implemented to PC Connect’s schedule

Melissa Dunphy August 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Starting Sept. 5, PC Connect will begin offering four new trip options Monday to Friday on its Rural Route (previously Route A).

Howick to begin budget process in September

Melissa Dunphy August 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At its Aug. 15 meeting, Howick council approved changes to the 2024 budget process.

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Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders

OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.

Arrest after home invasion, theft, cross-county getaway attempt

Huron County OPP has arrested one individual following several incidents that spanned Lambton, Huron, and Perth counties on March 18, 2026. 

See all Listowel area articles.

Students in the spotlight at Owen Sound Regional Skills 2026

OWEN SOUND - More than 50 secondary school students put their skilled trades training to the test at the 2026 Regional Technological Skills Challenge held Friday, Feb. 27 in Owen Sound.

Three way tie for top spot at Teeswater crockinole gathering

TEESWATER - Lots of fun and competition was enjoyed at the Teeswater Town Hall on Wednesday, March 18.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026

The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.

David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025

As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Two decades of disease, celebrated with cake

Friday, March 20, 2026 officially marked 20 years of me living with type one diabetes (T1D). And yes – I got a cake. A personalized one, actually.

From lived experience to lasting support – putting farmer mental health first

In March 2019, my husband Brian and I began milking cows in our new dairy barn near Cannington in Durham Region.

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Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders

By Rachel Hammermueller

OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.

Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026

By Cory Bilyea

The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.

David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025

By Cory Bilyea

As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.

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