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Arts & Entertainment

Local libraries celebrate Public Library Week

Submitted October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The North Perth Public Library invites the community to connect and celebrate Ontario Public Libraries with events running Oct. 19 through Oct. 24.

Rod Beattie returns with A Christmas Carol at Stratford-Perth Museum

Submitted October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Early bird tickets are on sale now for an encore performance of A Christmas Carol, at the Co-operators Performance Theatre at Stratford-Perth Museum, December 14, 15, 21 and 22, at 2:00 p.m. 

Listowel Lions Club hosts Friday afternoon entertainment

Patrick Raftis October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The Listowel Lions Club hosted an afternoon of entertainment in the Smith’s Market Square parking lot on Oct. 11

Battle of the Badges set for this weekend

Submitted October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

Annual fundraiser for Victim Services will see police and fire services battle it out at the rink.

New this year with the Festival of Lanterns is Frankenopoly

Nicole Beswitherick October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The 11th annual festival of lanterns here is set to return on Oct. 25. To go along with the tradition, and new this year, local realtor Mark McDougall created a game called Frankenopoly.

The 14th annual Pumpkinpalooza event hosted by Harwill Farms near Gowanstown

Kelsey Bent October 10, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The Gowland family were among those enjoying some family time at the farm. 

Second annual Goderich Agriculture Show returns

Submitted October 10, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The highly anticipated Second Annual Goderich Agriculture Show is set to take place on Feb. 19 - 20 at the Memorial Arena in Goderich. 

Local artist Janet Main featured on Walkerton Library art wall

Christa Ferrier October 10, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Art Wall at the Bruce County Public Library – Walkerton Branch is currently sharing works by local artist, Janet Main.

Spirit Walk focused on local history planned for Oct. 9 in Wingham

Submitted October 3, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

When most people think of a “Spirit Walk,” they think of things like something spooky on a dark Halloween night, a way that indigenous people connect with ancestors, a religious ceremony, or perhaps a trip to a distillery.

Howick-Turnberry fair made a successful return this year

Rachel Hammermueller October 3, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Horse shows, firefighter games, and live music filled the packed weekend at Howick Community Centre.

Cruickshank Park at 360 Josephine St. sees major updates

Rachel Hammermueller September 26, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

New infrastructure, florals, and details can be seen at the inner-town park.

Victoria Jubilee Hall gets new handrails

Submitted September 26, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Recently, the new east entrance at Victoria Jubilee Hall received a major safety upgrade: stainless steel railings from top to bottom on both sides of the stairs, and just in time for the new season of entertainment which has started.

“Book Club with the OPP” to start in Perth County

Submitted September 26, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The Perth County OPP is inviting the public to engage with the OPP through reading.

Taylor Swift tickets in United Way raffle

Submitted September 26, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

United Way Perth - Huron (UWPH) has announced a charity raffle offering two tickets to see Taylor Swift live in concert in Toronto on Nov. 23.

Brussels holds its 161st fall fair

Rachel Hammermueller September 26, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The 161st Brussels Fall Fair was held Sept. 17 and 18.

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Listowel Celtics competitive basketball tryouts

LISTOWEL – Basketball tryout for the Celtics 2026 travel teams are underway. A second round of…

Listowel locals flood downtown for Santa Claus parade 2025

LISTOWEL - Community members crowded the streets of Listowel on Saturday, Nov. 29 for the annual Santa Claus parade.

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Bruce and Grey beef farmers donate funds to address food security in area

BRUCE-GREY - The Bruce County Beef Farmers and the Grey County Beef Farmers Association made a joint donation of almost $4,000 to Grey Bruce Food Share this holiday season.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas …

The halls are decked out, candy canes are everywhere, and the Elmwood kids had the opportunity to tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what they want for Christmas, and enjoy treats and hot chocolate, at the annual Tree Lighting Nov. 30.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Preparing for winter

Fall (the season not ‘falling down’) is now over and winter will shortly be on us. My doctors tell me to work on my exercise program as well as increasing my muscle mass by exercising the quad muscles.

St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon

St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…

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Editorial

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Coalition explores Bill 5 concerns through series

Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act) continues to raise concerns around issues of…

Columnists

Preparing for winter

By Bob Murray

Fall (the season not ‘falling down’) is now over and winter will shortly be on us. My doctors tell me to work on my exercise program as well as increasing my muscle mass by exercising the quad muscles.

St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon

By Cory Bilyea

St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…

Dog issues persist in Morris-Turnberry

By Denny Scott

Dogs continue to be an issue for bylaw enforcement in Morris-Turnberry as Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston (who handles bylaw enforcement as well) reported two new complaints. 

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