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Mike Wilson

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So long, 2022

Mike Wilson December 29, 2022Cartoons

And just like that, another year is in the books.

Another cool month for North Perth home sales

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Much like the temperature, the housing market continues to cool in North Perth.

St. Mary’s Catholic School hosts primary grade Christmas concert

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

St. Mary’s Catholic School in Listowel hosted its primary grade Christmas concert on Wednesday, Dec. 14. Students performed a number of Christmas songs, ending with a collective group effort featuring all primary students.

Council approves zoning bylaw amendment for Teeswater business

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council has approved a request, with provisions, from a Teeswater business looking for a zoning bylaw amendment to allow outdoor wedding ceremonies in the residential – low density zone.

South Bruce approves changes to building permit fees

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Building permit fees in South Bruce will increase as of Jan. 1.

Housing market continues downward trend in November

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

There is a visible trend in the Brockton housing market – average sale prices are coming down, and more houses are available on the market.

Heffer: Bill 23 won’t impact M-T ‘as much as some others’

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council received a brief overview of Bill 23, the More Homes Built Faster Act, at its Dec. 6 meeting.

South Bruce council to discuss allowing backyard chickens

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A report will be coming to a future South Bruce council meeting about the possibility of allowing a small hen house on a residential property in an urban setting.

South Bruce council approves DGR hosting agreement framework

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After much discussion by members of council, South Bruce will move forward with negotiating a hosting agreement with the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) for its proposed deep geological repository (DGR) project near Teeswater.

Morris-Turnberry council approves Official Plan amendments

Mike Wilson December 22, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council approved the proposed amendments to the Morris-Turnberry Official Plan that were presented during a public meeting last month.

Morris-Turnberry office hours changing

Mike Wilson December 14, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The practice of closing a half-hour early on Fridays and having summer hours at the Morris-Turnberry municipal office is ending.

Home sales volume, average price down in November

Mike Wilson December 14, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

It continues to be a slow year for home sales in North Huron.

Councillor, developer frustrated by what is and isn’t allowed on Lowertown Wingham property

Mike Wilson December 14, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

One member of council and a local developer were visibly frustrated by the reasoning behind a ruling on a severance and rezoning application for a Lowertown Wingham property on Dec. 6.

IN PHOTOS: 2022 Milverton Santa Claus Parade

Mike Wilson December 14, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Santa Claus Parade of Lights took over the downtown core of Milverton on Friday, Dec. 9.

Salvation Army hosts annual Christmas concert, Dec. 11

Mike Wilson December 14, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

After a three-year hiatus, the Salvation Army’s annual Christmas concert was staged at Listowel’s Trinity United Church on Dec. 11. A near-capacity crowd was in attendance to take in the performance by the Listowel Citadel Band, under the direction of Ken Bailey.

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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…

See all Kincardine area articles.

And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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

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

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

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.

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Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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