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Riverview Park Residence makes donation to Listowel hospital

Dan McNee July 27, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Riverview Park Residence made a corporate donation of $5,000 on July 20 to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation’s ongoing $250,000 project to completely outfit the site with new IV pumps. “Riverview residents are all about and committed to community support,” commented Riverview Park Executive

Tim Hortons celebrates Camp Day in Listowel

Melissa Dunphy July 27, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

Tim Hortons held its annual Camp Day on July 19. “Tim Hortons Foundation Camps is committed to helping youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential. Tims Camps equip young people from low-income families with the skills they need to design their future,” explained the foundation’s

Wescast issues 180 layoff notices to Wingham foundry workers

Cory Bilyea July 19, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The familiar hum in the air at Wingham’s Wescast foundry can no longer be heard.

Wilfred McIntee & Co. Ltd. celebrates 70th anniversary

Submitted July 19, 2023Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody congratulates Mike McIntee on his real estate company’s 70th anniversary. Wilfred McIntee and Co. Ltd. Brokerage (McIntee Real Estate) was started by Wilf McIntee in 1953, and now has over 20 agents working in six offices in midwestern Ontario – the head office is in Wal

Listowel BIA hosting summer programs to engage explorers

Melissa Dunphy July 19, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Until the end of July, the Listowel Business Improvement Association (BIA) is hosting summer programs to promote tourism in the growing community’s downtown area.

South Easthope Mutual Insurance makes donation to hospice

Submitted July 19, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

The employees of South Easthope Mutual Insurance Company recently made a $500 donation to the North Perth Community Hospice. It was raised by employees as part of their Dress Down for Charity program, also holding bake and craft sales and raffles. Each year, employees select the charities that recei

‘It’s been a very, very fulfilling career’

Mike Wilson July 12, 2023Business, Wingham Advance Times

After more than 30 years providing therapeutic services and modalities to thousands of clients, Sandra Giesbrecht is retiring.

Wingham BIA members trim weeds downtown

Submitted July 12, 2023Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Members of the Wingham BIA were busy Friday morning beautifying downtown Wingham. Rob Hutchison, Terry Walker, Chris Parks and Doug Kuyvenhoven trimmed weeds and long grass along Josephine Street, from the Riverview Local Eatery to McDonalds.

Conway Furniture hosts #SausageDays to celebrate 55th anniversary

Melissa Dunphy July 12, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

o celebrate 55 years in business, Conway Furniture in Listowel held a three-day sausage-extravaganza aptly named #SausageDays, where employees grilled up free sausages for the community to enjoy from July 6-8.

2nd Chances hosts customer appreciation day

Mike Wilson July 12, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

2nd Chances in Listowel hosted its customer appreciation day on Saturday, July 8. The event was originally scheduled to take place two years ago to celebrate the store’s 10th anniversary, but was delayed due to COVID restrictions at the time. Attendees were able to enjoy free food, spin the wheel to

Van Allen Official Plan amendment approved at Perth County level

Melissa Dunphy July 12, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its July 6 meeting, Perth County council approved an Official Plan amendment for a Listowel business’s proposed expansion. To begin the discussion, Caroline Baker from Baker Planning Group provided a delegation to county council surrounding the application.

Regional unemployment rate drops to 4.5 per cent in June

Midwestern Newspapers July 12, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The region’s unemployment rate saw a significant drop in June.

Walkerton Toyota shows support for Teeswater Medical Centre reno

Submitted July 12, 2023Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Walkerton Toyota has made a bronze level donation (between $1,000 and $4,999) toward the Teeswater Medical Centre Building project. Pictured, from left: Paul Cronin (Teeswater Medical Centre Committee co-chair), and Walkerton Toyota employees Ray Luinstra, Matt Dohms, Justin Bogdon (sales manager),

Two Mildmay businesses donate to Saugeen Hospice

Submitted July 5, 2023Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Two Mildmay businesses recently presented Saugeen Hospice Inc. with donations – Liesemer’s Home Hardware and Batte Meats. (Above) Jarred and Pete Liesemer, right, present a cheque for $2,000 to Saugeen Hospice volunteers Pat Morley and Rita Grubb. (Below) Wayne Batte, right, of Batte Meats presents

The Mill Pond Café opens in Cargill

Submitted July 5, 2023Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton Coun. Kym Hutcheon and Kevin McKague cut the ribbon at the grand opening of The Mill Pond Café in Cargill on Canada Day – one of the most scenic eateries around, with delicious homemade soups, bread and more. Summer hours are Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

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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.

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Max Smith Band bringing country-punk to Hayloft Music Festival

“We’re a very high energy band. We like to bring emotion to the crowd and be able to sing and jump around, while also be able to bring a more intimate vibe too, so when we play our softer stuff, we want to be able to reach you as well.” - Max Smith

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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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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Max Smith Band bringing country-punk to Hayloft Music Festival

By Heather MacEwen

“We’re a very high energy band. We like to bring emotion to the crowd and be able to sing and jump around, while also be able to bring a more intimate vibe too, so when we play our softer stuff, we want to be able to reach you as well.” - Max Smith

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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