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Columns

Ascension offers firm foundation in world of uncertainty

Rev. Michael Mayer June 5, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner

This week we celebrated the ascension of Jesus Christ, which stands as one of the most profound and…

Development charges key to keeping taxes low with forecasted growth

Denny Scott June 5, 2025Columns

The residents of South Bruce could find themselves on the hook for some significant infrastructure spending depending on how South Bruce Council decides to handle development charges.

And life does carry on

Bob Murray May 29, 2025Columns, Wingham Advance Times

My last few columns have lamented my lack of information regarding my health care. 

Encountering the risen Jesus

Fred Erb May 29, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Our Easter celebrations are over for this year, but are there any signs that the resurrection of…

Community grieves the loss of teacher, students at Walkerton District Community School

Pauline Kerr May 29, 2025Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

A memorial of flowers, stuffed animals and hand-written messages continued to grow over the weekend, outside Walkerton District Community School, as staff, students and the entire community mourned the loss of five of their own.

Community reels from tragic loss

Patrick Raftis May 29, 2025Columns, Editorials, Opinion

A tragic blow to the people of Walkerton is top of mind for many across this region and beyond this…

More than a matter of ‘clearing the swamp’

Pauline Kerr May 22, 2025Columns, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Hamilton has become another in the growing number of cities that have decided the solution to the homelessness problem is to root out the folks who live in encampments.

A budding topic for spring – with a dash of humour

Shannon Wood May 22, 2025Columns, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

As spring slowly settles in, the plant buds are beginning to flush or open all over the area, and it’s a sure sign that spring is here. Oh, we may get a few cold spells yet, to be sure, but you can’t slow the progress of Mother Nature. Sooner or later, the warm weather will seep in and remind us tha

Celebrating Victoria Day in Perth County

Betty Jo Belton May 22, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Perth County communities celebrated Victoria Day in May of 1897 with concerts and picnics, as was customary.

Measles? Kind of hard to swallow

Patrick Raftis May 22, 2025Columns, News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

Measles? Really? Skimming the news recently I came across a story on a Kitchener school closed for a day while local public health officials completed the required vaccination verification steps following an exposure at the school. 

Bursaries, scholarships support tomorrow’s farmers

Ethan Wallace May 15, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Agriculture is arguably among the most important industries we have. Not only is it one of the…

Trial raises questions about consent

Pauline Kerr May 15, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

The sexual assault trial of five hockey players in London, Ont. is likely to continue for some time.

The Un-credible Trump

Patrick Raftis May 8, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

Canada’s newly re-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney seems to have gained his new mandate largely on the belief among voters he is best positioned to deal with the literally existential threat posed to Canada by US President Donald Trump.

The reality of my many medical tests

Bob Murray May 8, 2025Columns, Wingham Advance Times

There are a number of companies competing to build Artificial intelligence (AI) compliant operations. AI is portrayed as solving the world’s problems – one problem at a time. 

We cannot overlook our own issues

Pauline Kerr May 8, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, News, Opinion, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

The recent federal election had the highest voter turnout in decades. It seems Canadians took notice when the American president took to sniping at our prime minister, calling him Governor Trudeau, and Canada the 51st state.

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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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