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Karli June nominated for four CMA Ontario Awards

Melissa Dunphy April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Listowel’s small town girl turned big city country star, Karli June, has an exciting 2024 ahead.

LMH CEO comments on temporary closure of OB unit

Melissa Dunphy April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

It was announced last week that there will be a temporary closure of the obstetrics (OB) department at Listowel Memorial Hospital. This is due to a lack of trained obstetrical nurses available within the OB department, as maternity leaves are leaving the department with only two nurses left.

Court of Appeal’s ATV decision has disturbing implications

Pauline Kerr April 4, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal has disturbing implications for owners of such vehicles as ATVs.

Milverton’s 18th annual ‘An Evening to Celebrate Women’ set for April 27

Submitted April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

On Saturday, April 27 at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton, the Milverton Women’s Initiative Committee is preparing to host the 18th annual “An Evening to Celebrate Women.” The 2024 theme is “Hollywood” and attendees are encouraged to dress in their best version of Hollywood glam! 

Funding supports North Perth Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, specialist

Kelsey Bent April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council has made it known that the local agri-business sector is a priority and plans to support and promote agriculture through its newly-established Agriculture and Agri-business Advisory Committee, and new specialist role in the municipality.

North Perth resident killed in Line 86 collision

Submitted April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Police

One person is deceased following a collision west of Dorking involving three motor vehicles in Perth County.

Council seeking explanation from feds regarding denial of recent housing funding

Kelsey Bent April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Matching the tone of comments from council on March 18, it would appear that two strongly-worded letters will be sent to the upper tiers of government, on North Perth stationery.

Province releases 2023 public sector salary list

Midwestern Newspapers April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Caroline Mulroney, president of the Treasury Board, issued a statement on March 28 regarding the release of public sector salaries from last year.

Halt all hiring – immediate fix for reining in unchecked gov’t bureaucracy

Frank Stronach April 4, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Most Canadians would not be surprised to learn there are way too many civil servants in Ottawa.

Changes to masking requirement at LWHA

Midwestern Newspapers April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Effective March 27, 2024, masks will be welcome, but no longer required in most clinical area throughout local hospitals.

To designate or not to designate? That is the question

Jessica Carter April 4, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

North Perth is home to many historic buildings and homes, but did you know that there are only two with historic designation?

May the peace of Christ’s Easter victory reign in our hearts

Rev. Michael Mayer April 4, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, in a world marred by wars, uncertainty, and death, the promise of Easter shines as a beacon of hope. It is a reminder that amidst chaos, there exists a source of enduring peace – the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Stratford Festival posts surplus as attendance tops 443,000 for celebrated 2023 season

Submitted April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Thanks to strong attendance, extraordinary donor support and careful management of rising expenses, the Stratford Festival has concluded the 2023 season with a surplus. At a time of global retrenchment in the performing arts, the Festival mounted a full season of 13 productions across all of its fou

AMDSB Student Senate hosts e-waste drop off to celebrate Earth Week

Submitted April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Student senators from the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) are raising awareness about e-waste and the need to properly recycle electronic devices.

Easter Basket(ball)

Melissa Dunphy April 4, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

Kaiden Vertulia, 12, shoots and scores on the sunny Easter Monday, April 1.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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Walkerton Rotary Club Lottery Draw winners

Winners of the Jan. 8 Walkerton Rotary Lottery Draw

Brockton’s first Mayor’s Budget comes in at increase of 2.64 per cent to levy

WALKERTON - Brockton council has successfully completed its first Mayor’s Budget, coming in with an increase to the municipal tax levy of roughly 2.64 per cent over last year.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

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What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

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.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

By Cory Bilyea

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

By Kelsey Bent

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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