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Driver caught racing 90 km/h over speed limit near Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers October 13, 2021Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police has charged another driver after they were speeding more than 90km/h over the posted limit in the Municipality of North Perth.

North Perth to require proof of COVID vaccination for everyone 12 and older at rec facilities

Midwestern Newspapers October 8, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In response to the letter of instruction issued by Huron Perth Public Health, effective at 12:01 a.m. Oct. 31, 2021, every person age 12 years and older wishing to access any of the municipally operated recreation facilities in North Perth will need to show proof of being fully vaccinated from COVID

Two caught with a stolen truck, ATV

Midwestern Newspapers October 7, 2021Police

A pickup truck and an all-terrain vehicle have been returned to their owners and plenty of charges have been laid following a recent investigation conducted by Huron County OPP.

Local residents recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Midwestern Newspapers September 30, 2021Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

To acknowledge Indigenous people here in our region and across Canada, out of respect for the survivors of the Indian Residential School System and the many generations since who have lived the intergenerational trauma caused by the system, but most of all to honour those children who didn’t make it

Kitchener driver charged with racing

Midwestern Newspapers September 29, 2021Police

he Perth County Ontario Provincial Police has charged a Kitchener driver after they were recorded speeding more than 50 km/h over the limit in North Perth.

Impaired driver arrested in North Perth

Midwestern Newspapers September 29, 2021Police

On Sept. 8 just after 8 p.m., Perth County Ontario Provincial Police were alerted to a suspicious vehicle parked at a residence in the area of Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of North Perth. 

Province announces funding for In the Know mental health program

Midwestern Newspapers September 29, 2021Rural

The Ontario government has announced funding for a mental health literacy program designed to support the well-being of the farming community.

COVID numbers still low in Grey-Bruce

Midwestern Newspapers September 29, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The local health unit reports that as of Sept. 28, there were 11 active cases of COVID-19, with 41 active high-risk contacts.

Weberlane Manufacturing to receive provincial funding for expansion project

Midwestern Newspapers September 24, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

A local manufacturing company is one of four businesses in Perth-Wellington receiving funding from the province to assist with its expansion project.

North Perth to host public meeting on Wallace Ave. S. one-way pilot project

Midwestern Newspapers September 23, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

The municipality is hosting a public meeting about the one-way block trial on Wallace Avenue South next month.

North Perth resident charged in Centre Wellington break-in on Sept. 3

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

A North Perth resident is among those charged in relation to a break and enter at an abandoned residence in Centre Wellington that took place earlier this month.

Drugs seized, four charged following trafficking investigation

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2021Police

On Sept. 14 just after 2 p.m., the Huron-Perth Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Wellington County CSCU conducted a traffic stop on Snyder’s Road East, Petersburg in Waterloo Region, after a drug trafficking investigation.

Canadian Poultry XPO cancelled due to COVID restrictions

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2021Rural

The inaugural Canadian Poultry XPO is cancelled for November 2021. This final decision was ultimately made by government and health officials with significant parameters around largescale events and gatherings for the fall of 2021.

HPPH: Understanding encouraged as proof of vaccination takes effect

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The provincial requirement to provide proof of vaccination to access certain indoor public settings takes effect today (Sept. 22), and Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) thanks the community for continuing to work together to stop the spread of COVID-19 and its variants.

Incumbent MP John Nater wins handily in Perth-Wellington

Midwestern Newspapers September 21, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The crowd of supporters, family and volunteers gathered at the Mitchell Golf Club to celebrate Perth-Wellington MP John Nater’s re-election might have been limited in size due to COVID-19 restrictions, but it wasn’t limited in enthusiasm when victory was announced on Monday.

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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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

See all Listowel area articles.

April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

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

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Columnists

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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