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Annual North Perth Chamber of Commerce initiative recognizes local achievements

Dan McNee September 16, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

This coming weekend will mark the last opportunity to nominate North Perth businesses for their outstanding achievements and commitments to local commerce over the past year.

Regional unemployment increases slightly in August

Mike Wilson September 16, 2021Business, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

PERTH COUNTY – The region’s unemployment rate remains the lowest in Ontario. The Four County…

Local companies turn recycled plastic into new products

Submitted September 8, 2021Business, Listowel Banner

MIDWESTERN ONTARIO – Over the course of the last year, four southwestern Ontario clean technology…

Molesworth Farm Supply marking expansion with charitable commitment to Canadian Foodgrains Bank

Submitted September 8, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Rural

MOLESWORTH – Molesworth Farm Supply (MFS) Ltd. is celebrating its largest expansion in more than…

Brady Werth takes on ownership role at Kempston and Werth Realty

Dan McNee September 8, 2021Business, Listowel Banner

Bruce Kempston and David Werth followed a fairly straightforward plan when they first launched Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd. in 2008. That of staying largely locally based, being fair and honest, and being approachable to their clients.

Gallery owner hosts open house in Cargill

Pauline Kerr September 8, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Business, Walkerton Herald-Times

Kevin McKague held a special open house in Cargill, by invitation only, for members of Brockton council, Bruce County Tourism and other local dignitaries the afternoon of Sept. 2.

Taste of Huron app to launch this fall

Kelsey Bent August 26, 2021Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County is launching an app this fall with the company 468Insider, which will allow users to earn and redeem points at local businesses. 

Bruce County decides against small business tax subclass

Pauline Kerr August 25, 2021Business, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County has joined a growing list of counties and municipalities that have decided against implementing the province’s small business property subclass tax option.

Walkerton BIA members discuss options for moving forward

Pauline Kerr August 25, 2021Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The downtown business community in Walkerton has faced challenges in the past, particularly with organizations representing and promoting downtown businesses.

Regional unemployment rate continues to drop

Mike Wilson August 19, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Based on the data released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week, it appears the region is recovering very well from the pandemic.

81 Petals stand offers beautiful bouquets just south of Listowel

Dan McNee August 19, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Rural

The distinctive teal pickup truck bed converted into a flower stand has been enough to attract attention and customers to Amanda Cleland’s blooming Line 81 business, but its her beautifully-crafted arrangements that keeps people coming back for more this summer.

Walkerton BIA to hold special meeting on Aug. 18

Pauline Kerr August 17, 2021Business, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton BIA is holding an information session on Wednesday, Aug. 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Walkerton Community Centre.

Poll: business owners optimistic about long-term prospects despite pandemic

Submitted August 13, 2021Business

Coming out of the 17 month-long pandemic, a new study suggests business owners in Canada feel brighter days may be ahead.

Retail plaza planned for McDonald’s property in Wingham

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At the Aug. 9 meeting, North Huron council approved the plans for the construction of a shopping plaza at the corner of Highway 4 and Highway 86.

Regional unemployment rate continues to drop

Mike Wilson August 13, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Based on the data released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week, it appears the region is recovering very well from the pandemic.

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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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Huron County parent tearfully begs trustees for AMDSB-operated before- and after-school programs

SEAFORTH - A third parent spoke to the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) of Trustees on June 23 about the struggles to secure childcare, particularly before and after school care. Two other parents have addressed the board on the topic during this past school year.

Gowanstown wedding barn owner requests tent permit extension, legal action a possibility

LISTOWEL - The owner of a converted bank barn – which was placed under an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) last November – is now seeking a tent permit extension to keep his business going and until he can afford to bring the structure i

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South Bruce to temporarily borrow reserve funds for growth-related infrastructure projects

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved the temporary use of municipal reserve funds to help finance nearly $472,000 in growth-related infrastructure costs while waiting for future development charge revenue to be collected.

South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

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South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

South Bruce welcomes new recreation and facilities manager

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has welcomed a new manager to lead the municipality’s recreation and facilities department as work continues on several projects.

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New 911 dispatch software coming in October as county plans public education push

A new ambulance dispatch system coming to Huron County in October is expected to reduce lights-and-sirens runs and prioritize the sickest patients.

Second annual Spirit Walk held in Wingham June 13

The Wingham and Area Historical Society held its second annual Spirit Walk on June 13 at various…

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Editorial

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.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Columnists

South Bruce to temporarily borrow reserve funds for growth-related infrastructure projects

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved the temporary use of municipal reserve funds to help finance nearly $472,000 in growth-related infrastructure costs while waiting for future development charge revenue to be collected.

South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

South Bruce welcomes new recreation and facilities manager

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has welcomed a new manager to lead the municipality’s recreation and facilities department as work continues on several projects.

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