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Nicole Beswitherick

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Howick approves 2026 annual accessibility plan

Nicole Beswitherick January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here at its Jan. 13 meeting discussed its annual accessibility plan for 2026.

Howick approves annual borrowing, interim tax levy bylaws

Nicole Beswitherick January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council here had its first meeting of 2026 on Jan. 13. Getting right to business, Treasurer Amy Van Meeteren brought forth two reports: one on the annual borrowing bylaw, and the second on the 2026 interim tax levy bylaw.

Cyclones take victory over Waterloo Siskins

Nicole Beswitherick January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

To secure a 4-2 victory over Waterloo, Jack O’Donnell scored a last time with about 40 second left of the game on an empty net, assisted by Harris.

Cyclones secure win over Rockets

Nicole Beswitherick January 22, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones, 10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL), were back on home ice on Jan. 16 to take on the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL).

Listowel home to largest, most advanced egg grading facility in Canada

Nicole Beswitherick January 22, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The Listowel facility of Gray Ridge Eggs is now the largest and most advanced egg grading facility in all of Canada, according to officials.

Howick Fire Department to replace utility vehicle

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Council here approved up to $45,000 from the fire reserve to go toward a used replacement vehicle and associated setup costs for the Howick Fire Department.

Respiratory illness season in full swing

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health met for its first meeting of 2026 over ZOOM on Jan. 9.

Township to cut grass on north side of conservation area in Gorrie

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Last month, council here discussed entering into a maintenance agreement with Maitland Valley Conservation Authority for grass cutting and trimming on the north side of the Gorrie Conservation Area property.

Cyclones earn victory over Maroons in shootout

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

The Listowel Cyclones, which are 10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL) travelled to London on Wednesday, Jan. 7, to go up against the London Nationals (5th in the Western Conference of the GOHL).

Clifford Rotary Club donates $1,000 to Perth County Dairy Producers Committee

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

The donation will go towards the school milk program.

Wallace Minor Hockey holds annual memorial Wallace Fun Days Jamboree last weekend

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Sports

From Jan. 8-11, Wallace Minor Hockey held its 41st annual Bruce Williams Memorial Wallace Fun Days…

Howick Fire Department and Rolling Acres Grain commemorate new UTV vehicle

Nicole Beswitherick January 15, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

On Jan. 8, members of the Howick Fire Department met at Rolling Acres Grain Inc. in Belmore.

Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings

Nicole Beswitherick January 8, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.

Cyclones win two games before holiday break

Nicole Beswitherick January 8, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the GOHL) had a strong pre-Christmas weekend, coming out with two wins.

Beautification committee asks for change in bylaw enforcement

Nicole Beswitherick January 8, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.

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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun- Listowel Chamber hosts successful woman’s night

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Chamber of Commerce hosted its Girls Just Wanna Have Fun event the…

Cadets tackle obstacles, build leadership

LISTOWEL - March kicked off with high energy and excitement for over 100 cadets from Bruce, Grey, Huron, and Wellington Counties as they came together for an action-packed Area Directed Activity held in Listowel on March 1, 2026.

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Council considers Mildmay boundary expansion to make room for future business development

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce is considering a request to support expanding its settlement boundary in Mildmay, as council reviews a report tied to the County’s new long-term planning document.

South Bruce prepares for new EMS dispatch system, medical priority calls expected in 2026

TEESWATER - A new approach to emergency medical response is coming to South Bruce this October, with local officials preparing for changes expected to roll out through 2026.

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Council authorizes sale of Augusta Street

Council here authorized selling a portion of Augusta Street in Lowertown at the end of their meeting March 17. 

Morris-Turnberry manages surplus from 2025 expenditures

Council carried a motion approving the year-end balance of a surplus of $142,432.66, to be transferred to the municipality’s General Reserve.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

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.

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Council considers Mildmay boundary expansion to make room for future business development

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce is considering a request to support expanding its settlement boundary in Mildmay, as council reviews a report tied to the County’s new long-term planning document.

South Bruce prepares for new EMS dispatch system, medical priority calls expected in 2026

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - A new approach to emergency medical response is coming to South Bruce this October, with local officials preparing for changes expected to roll out through 2026.

South Bruce council approves zoning change for major McGlynn lumber expansion

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - A major expansion of South Bruce Flooring’s parent operation has received the green light from municipal council, moving forward with what was described by council as a “long process.”

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