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Local radio station hosts food drive

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

100.1 FM The Ranch hosted a successful food drive in support of the Listowel Salvation Army’s food bank on Wednesday, April 26 at Food Basics in Listowel. Brandon Burge, co-host of The Ranch’s morning show, was on hand to accept donations from the community.

Council lifts holding provision on Atwood subdivision

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council has given the green light to the developer of the Dallmitch Subdivision in Atwood to move forward with registration of Phase II of the development.

Council receives update on Perth County Stewardship Project

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

North Perth was the final lower-tier municipality in Perth County to receive an update on the Perth County Stewardship Project from Sarah Franklin and Mel Luymes.

‘We do need people to come out and donate’

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

With warmer weather around the corner, more people will be travelling and adventuring, which can mean one or more of the following may happen: blood donations will decline, demand for blood will be up, or both or neither will occur.

Staff call South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum ‘very successful’

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Municipal staff are considering the recent South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum to be “very successful.”

South Bruce awards contract for zoning bylaw review

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council has awarded the contract for a comprehensive zoning bylaw review. And the good news for ratepayers is that the review should come in under budget.

South Bruce council wants more info before moving forward with electric vehicle charging stations

Mike Wilson May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council wants more information about what is involved with installing an electric vehicle (EV) charging station within South Bruce.

Wallace history book receives grant from municipality

Mike Wilson April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A group of volunteers working to publish an update of Magnified Memories, a book documenting the history of Wallace Township, has received a financial boost from North Perth council.

Listowel water clarity discussed by council

Mike Wilson April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A report from Mark Hackett, manager of environmental services for North Perth, on the drinking water quality management standard infrastructure review sparked a brief conversation about the water discoloration experienced by some Listowel residents earlier this year.

Milverton Lions break ground on Knollcrest Courtyard project

Mike Wilson April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Milverton Lions Club has broken ground on a project more than three years in the making.

$2.248M contract awarded for Elma Street West reconstruction

Mike Wilson April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council has awarded the contract for the reconstruction of a portion of Elma Street West in Listowel.

Capitals announce new GM, head coach

Mike Wilson April 27, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Junior C Capitals have named a new general manager and head coach for the upcoming season.

Riverhawk Nest Café opens at Walkerton DCS

Mike Wilson April 26, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) now have an option to purchase beverages and baked goods in the afternoon, once the cafeteria closes for the day.

Building activity up in South Bruce

Mike Wilson April 26, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Building activity in the Municipality of South Bruce over the first three months of the year is up over 2022, according to a report presented to council on April 11.

‘You Should Know Better’ comedy tour coming to Wingham

Mike Wilson April 26, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

It’s been said often that laughter is the best medicine. And if David Green has his way, those attending the ‘You Should Know Better’ comedy tour’s stop at the Wingham Legion on Saturday, May 13 will leave well medicated that night.

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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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Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

See all Listowel area articles.

Updates from South Bruce council clerk

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved a $38,000 tile drain loan and appointed members to a joint compliance audit committee following decisions made at its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Council approves September ice despite arena equipment concerns

TEESWATER – Consultants say September ice is not to blame for recent refrigeration failures at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre, despite concerns from council about increased equipment breakdowns after the extended season began.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Donations continue to come in to help the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite+ campaign.

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

OPP: Drug increase, violent crime decrease

Huron County OPP Detachment board met for their monthly meeting July 20, hearing the statistics of crime in top categories in May and June of this year. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

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.

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Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

By Pauline Kerr

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

By Denny Scott

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

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