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Chamber urges residents to spend Shop Local Dollars

Dan McNee May 24, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The North Perth Chamber of Commerce has had no issues getting the public to literally buy into its Shop Local Dollars program since the initiative was first introduced in 2008. Now it seems as though residents just have to start spending.

Kurz conquers eighth fundraising strength test

Dan McNee May 24, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In terms of mental preparedness, Chris Kurz had never been more ready for his eighth fundraising feat of strength on May 22. But sometimes despite that mental strength, the body doesn’t always cooperate.

Discovery made during LMH structural renos

Melissa Dunphy May 24, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH), HVAC renovations are well underway at the hospital’s location on Elizabeth Street in Listowel. The 17-week project will include installing all new duct work in the area to allow for improved patient comfort in the hospital.

LDSS holds Tech Trade Days, Tech HoF inductions

Cory Bilyea May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) was buzzing with activity on May 13, as hundreds of parents, elementary school students and past graduates gathered to celebrate the inductees to the Tech Hall of Fame and learn more about what the school has to offer in technical trades education.

Legionnaires routed 9-1 in season opener to Woodstock

Dan McNee May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

Things didn’t exactly go as smoothly as the Listowel Legionnaires hoped during their 2023 Midwestern Ontario Senior Baseball League opener on May 12, but the good news is that there’s plenty of time to right the ship.

HPPH sends letters, talks cannabis

Melissa Dunphy May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At its May 12 meeting, many items of varying topics were discussed during Huron Perth Public Health’s (HPPH) Board of Health (BOH) meeting.

Evolution of countywide societies over the last 150 years

Submitted May 18, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner

Associations related to trade, religion, and politics have existed since ancient times. There have been many in Perth County, some of which disbanded many years ago, and some of which have endured. They were formed by groups for various reasons, such as supporting and protecting trade, the bettermen

Council disputes location of ITAV market

Melissa Dunphy May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At its May 15 meeting, North Perth council discussed some correspondence they received from It Takes A Village (ITAV) in Listowel. The letter was sent to request that ITAV be permitted to host its Community Access Market in Livingstone Park for the 2023 summer season.

‘We kept thinking that we’re a church, and nobody would harm us’

Dan McNee May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

There is an unwritten rule and understanding that institutions such as churches were generally off limits to thieves. Evidently, that rulebook no longer applies.

Time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens

Pauline Kerr May 18, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Most of us ignore emergency preparedness, until there is an emergency.

‘Twenty and sunny’

Dan McNee May 18, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Everyone needs a sense of balance in their lives. Occasional mental breaks to get away from the stressors that can arise from work and family are crucial in our fast-paced world.

All representation must be at the table

Submitted May 18, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner

Friends, I spent Mother’s Day this year fishing in the Maitland. Well, I use the term…

St. Mary’s school team wins gold at Skills Ontario competition

Submitted May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board congratulated the gold medal winners from the Skills Ontario Competition, which took place last week.

NPFD to host breakfasts next three weekends

Melissa Dunphy May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

The North Perth Fire Department will be hosting its annual Listowel station’s Firefighter’s Breakfast at the Listowel Agricultural Hall on Sunday, May 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

McHappy Day brings smiles to Listowel McDonald’s

Melissa Dunphy May 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The McDonald’s in Listowel did a whole lot of good on May 10, as the franchise hosted its annual McHappy Day. The fundraising day continues to provide Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario with the funds needed to support their facilities in London and Windsor, which serve thousands o

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North Perth adopts Diversity, Equity and Anti-Racism Charter

In 2021, Perth County undertook a significant consultative process to develop a charter on diversity, equity and anti-racism. The county consulted with the public through surveys, roundtable discussions and one-on-one stakeholder interviews.

Nater calls for resignation of Hockey Canada CEO in wake of more sexual assault allegations

Perth-Wellington MP John Nater has called for the resignation of Hockey Canada’s CEO and a shakeup of the organization’s leadership in the wake of historic sexual assault allegations involving top Canadian junior hockey teams.

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County warns motorists not to cross the line – until it dries

BRUCE COUNTY – The Bruce County line painting contractor will begin line painting operations on county roads for the 2022 season on Tuesday, May 10.

Region’s unemployment rate drops to 3.3 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region decreased by 1.2 percentage points to 3.3 per cent, remaining the second lowest in Ontario.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Saugeen Ojibway Nation announce collaboration with Parks Canada, NDMNRF

LAKE HURON – Together with Giigoonyag (Fishes) Project is a collaboration between Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), Parks Canada (PCA), and Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (NDMNRF), to better understand the health of dikameg (lake whitefish) and other fi

National Day of Awareness for MMIW2S ceremonies meant as reminder to learn more

SAUGEEN – The haunting cry of a Mi-Gi-Zi’ (Eagle) filled the air during a ceremony honouring murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls, and 2-spirits (MMIWG2S).

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Inquiry makes connection between domestic violence and mass shootings

If nothing else positive comes from the public inquiry into the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting by Gabriel Wortman, a clear line has now been drawn between domestic violence and mass shootings.

Long-term planning means sustainable growth

It appears jobs – to be more precise, people to fill them – topped the wish list of many businesses large and small, for Ontario Budget 2023.

Loose lips sink ships

TikTok, TikTok… time is running out for the popular app, at least in Canada.

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Wingham emergency department closed Saturday night, May 27

By Midwestern Newspapers

The emergency department (ED) at the Wingham and District Hospital will be closed tonight.

Maitland River Elementary School hosts track and field meet

By Dan McNee

Maitland River Elementary School held its annual track and field meet on May 17 at F.E. Madill Secondary School, with multiple divisions of student-athletes taking part in a number of different track events.

Wingham and Area Historical Society Board looking to learn from area groups

By Cory Bilyea

The Wingham and Area Historical Society held its monthly meeting on May 17 at the Alice Munro Library.

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