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Arts & Entertainment

Community Living holding Bowl Us Home fundraiser at DA Virtual Sports

Nicole Beswitherick October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News

As part of a new campaign, Community Living North Perth (CLNP) will be collaborating with DA Virtual Sports for its Bowl Us Home fundraiser.

Innkeepers’ dinner to support Stratford Perth Museum

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

The Innkeepers annual museum fundraiser and auction is set to take place on Oct. 26 at the Arden Park Hotel.

Loonie toonie auction supports United Way campaign

Submitted October 17, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

For a second year, Penny’s of Blyth is hosting a Loonie Toonie Auction in support of United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH)’s annual campaign.

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.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

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LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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