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Diana Sweets set to transition restaurant into new marketplace, café style business

Dan McNee January 12, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Diana Sweets officially closed its doors as a restaurant at day’s end on Sunday, Jan. 8. But by the end of next month, owners Matthew and Tami Cressey will be reopening them to introduce the Diana Sweets Marketplace & Café, ushering in a new era for the iconic downtown Listowel business.

Studio 226 Salon makes donation to Walkerton hospital

Submitted January 11, 2023Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Studio 226 Salon recently presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation with a $575 donation in support of the Walkerton and District Hospital’s Dr. RJ Creighton Family Birthing Centre. Pictured: Studio 226 Salon owner Heather Huber (second from left) presents the donation to Walkerton an

Vote now for Brockton’s Best 2022

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

It is time for readers of the Walkerton Herald-Times to select Brockton's Best for 2022!

Vote now for the 2022 North Perth Favourites

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

It is once again time for readers of the Listowel Banner to select North Perth's Favourites!

Larsen & Shaw employees make donation to Walkerton hospital

Submitted December 29, 2022Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Larsen & Shaw employees recently presented a donation of $3,005 to the Walkerton & District Hospital Foundation.

Unemployment rate increases, remains lowest in Ontario

Midwestern Newspapers December 14, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The local unemployment rate increased by 0.4 percentage points in November, however it still remains the lowest in Ontario.

Listowel’s Life’s A Party set to close doors in 2023

Midwestern Newspapers December 8, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL – Life’s A Party will officially be closing its doors as of Jan. 1, 2023. The Main Street West bakery, caterer and party supply store in Listowel made the announcement via social media on Dec. 1. Owners Michele and LeAnne Deniet could not be reached for immediate comment, but stated in the

Roc N Duke’s Pet Supplies slated for expansion to Listowel

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A fast-growing local business is set to get a brand-new location in Listowel.

Listowel business receives backlash for profane sign

Melissa Dunphy November 30, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A local business is under scrutiny for displaying a holiday sign featuring profane language on a busy downtown street.

Van Allen Insurance successful in mental health funding grant application

Dan McNee November 30, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

Listowel’s Van Allen Insurance Inc. recently applied for an iHeart Community Fund grant through Heartland Farm Mutual, $4,000 in funding that will be allocated towards mental health first-aid training for the Huron-Perth Centre for Children and Youth, which has offices in Stratford, Clinton and List

Stop 23 Auto Sales Ltd. continues commitment to Listowel hospital

Dan McNee November 23, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Stop 23 Auto Sales Ltd. continued its ongoing $100,000 commitment to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation on Nov. 17, when the Listowel dealership contributed another $20,000 as part of its pledge. The donation will be added to the approximately $600,000 raised from the 2022 Gala in October, wh

IN PHOTOS: Shop Merry Milverton 2022

Dan McNee November 23, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Despite the early arrival of some heavy winter snowfall, Shop Merry Milverton was well attended and featured something for the whole family on Nov. 18 in the village’s downtown. 

IN PHOTOS: Walkerton Downtown Christmas Market 2022

Pauline Kerr November 23, 2022Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Despite bone-chilling winds at the third annual Downtown Christmas Market on Nov. 18, shoppers turned out in merry crowds, to enjoy the ambiance, get a jump-start on holiday gift buying, and have a bit of family fun.

Alfandary no longer with Westario Power Inc.

Pauline Kerr November 23, 2022Business, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jenny Alfandary’s photo is no longer posted on the webpage describing Westario’s leadership team.

New Listowel BIA coordinator talks job, creating relationships

Dan McNee November 16, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

As North Perth moves towards the post-pandemic era and its business community continues to evolve and grow in the face of unprecedented growth within its borders, a new face will be helping to lead one of the municipality’s most vital organizations.

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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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Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

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Updates from South Bruce council clerk

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved a $38,000 tile drain loan and appointed members to a joint compliance audit committee following decisions made at its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Council approves September ice despite arena equipment concerns

TEESWATER – Consultants say September ice is not to blame for recent refrigeration failures at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre, despite concerns from council about increased equipment breakdowns after the extended season began.

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Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Donations continue to come in to help the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite+ campaign.

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

OPP: Drug increase, violent crime decrease

Huron County OPP Detachment board met for their monthly meeting July 20, hearing the statistics of crime in top categories in May and June of this year. 

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Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

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Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

By Pauline Kerr

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

By Denny Scott

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

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