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Arts & Entertainment

Belmore Homecoming a success due to ‘countless hours’ from volunteers

Submitted July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

“Countless hours of working, considering and deciding have resulted in a wonderful community event,” Homecoming committee officials state in a post-event press release.

Teeswater to mark 150th with free, fun, family activities on July 19

Midwestern Newspapers July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The village of Teeswater is offering a day of free, fun, family events in celebration of the community’s 150th anniversary.

Bark and Bite fundraiser for Milverton Dog Park a success

Heather MacEwen July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The first of three fundraisers in support of the Milverton Dog Park was held July 10 at Perth East…

Shuttle service will be available for Hayloft Music Festival

Midwestern Newspapers July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music, News

LISTOWEL - Concert-goers planning to attend the Hayloft Music Festival, a featured event during Listowel’s 150th Anniversary Celebrations from Aug.  1 to 3, are encouraged to take advantage of free shuttles to and from the concert venue.

Four contestants set to vie to be Listowel Fair Ambassador during opening night ceremonies

Heather MacEwen July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

The Listowel Fair Ambassador Competition is set to take place following the 7 p.m. opening night…

LDSS students create farm stands representing Perth County for roadside display of local produce and goods

Rachel Hammermueller July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Food, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

In late April, art and woodworking students at Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) began creating the design and structure of what would become five out of 10 total farm stands, housing local produce and goods in locations across Perth County. 

South Bruce Fire holds Summer Safety Station at Teeswater Ball Diamonds

Nicole Beswitherick July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Members of the public were invited to participate in fire safety activities.

‘Quiet in the Land’ an affecting story of how traditions protect and destroy us; award-winning play makes return to Blyth Festival

Rachel Hammermueller July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Opinion, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Returning home to the Harvest Stage after 44 years is Anne Chislett’s historical drama 'Quiet in the Land.'

Belgrave Community Centre hosts talent show

Submitted July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

On June 14, the Belgrave Community Centre hosted a talent show for children, and open stage for adults.

Comancheros Car Club of Listowel hosts annual Show ‘N’ Shine car show

Nicole Beswitherick July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The Comancheros Car Club of Listowel hosted its annual Show ‘N’ Shine car show on July 6 at Listowel Memorial Park.

Council to allow temporary parking restrictions for Hayloft Music Festival

Nicole Beswitherick July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

According to a recent report to council, temporary parking limitations for sporting and community events in North Perth have had positive impacts on events.

Dance production of ‘The Gratest Show’ held in Palmerston

Peggy Haasnoot July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

PALMERSTON - Illustrated Movement Dance Academy staged ‘The Gratest Show,’ at the Palmerston and District Community Centre on June 21 and 22.

Care, love of playwright for subject matter shines through ‘The Wind’

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

From the moment they enter the Blyth Festival to take in The Wind Coming Over the Sea – the world premiere performance that takes the second spot in the Blyth Festival’s 2025 season – theatregoers know this isn’t your typical theatre fare.

Newcomers in Huron, Perth facing challenges with housing

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Newcomers to Huron and Perth Counties are facing difficulties in finding a place within the community in more ways than one according to Huron County Local Immigration Partnership Manager Mark Nonkes.

The most fascinating car you will ever see

Nicole Beswitherick July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Last weekend, my partner Dominik and I hopped into my Chevy Trax to begin a six hour drive to…

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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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North Perth residents to perform in ‘White Christmas – The Musical’

HARRISTON – Several North Perth residents, including a father-daughter duo, will be part of the cast of an upcoming holiday-themed stage musical here.

Howick holds Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich

FORDWICH – The Township of Howick and the Brussels Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218) held a Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich on the afternoon of Nov. 8.

See all Listowel area articles.

New garbage collection contract to go out for bids

TEESWATER – A new curbside garbage collection contract is being put out for bids after the current provider plans to end service Dec. 31, with several smaller communities potentially gaining collection for the first time. 

Students take part in province-wide mock municipal election

HANOVER – More than 140,000 students across Ontario took part in a parallel municipal and school board election this fall, including students learning about the candidates and democratic process in communities across Bruce and Grey counties.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Ellis claims top prize in TV Bingo

BRUCE – Fran Ellis of Walkerton claimed the highest-value prize in the Wightman Rotary TV Bingo last week. 

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 05 Turnbacks

From Nov. 9, 1988

See all Walkerton area articles.

Howick holds Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich

FORDWICH – The Township of Howick and the Brussels Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218) held a Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich on the afternoon of Nov. 8.

Blyth Art Gallery to host holiday community art show

The show includes works of local artists of all experience levels.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

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

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

Columnists

North Perth residents to perform in ‘White Christmas – The Musical’

By Submitted

HARRISTON – Several North Perth residents, including a father-daughter duo, will be part of the cast of an upcoming holiday-themed stage musical here.

Howick holds Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich

By Nicole Beswitherick

FORDWICH – The Township of Howick and the Brussels Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218) held a Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich on the afternoon of Nov. 8.

Discovery centre hosting children’s business market Nov. 28

By Submitted

LISTOWEL – The board of directors of the Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre (OAFDC) recently announced an opportunity for young entrepreneurs to pursue their business dreams through a market-style event.

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