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Live together in community

Submitted May 21, 2026Listowel Banner, Opinion

A call to unity, humility, and Christ-like living stands at the heart of Philippians 2:1–11, a passage that continues to speak powerfully to the Church today.

Denny Scott May 21, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Banner was the winner of the Zehrs Break Time Contest earlier this month.…

F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

Midwestern Newspapers May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

Rachel Hammermueller May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

North Perth Pride planning month of family-fun events

Rachel Hammermueller May 14, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

North Perth Pride is gearing up for another month of celebration with events kicking off May 30 and continuing all through June.

Listowel’s first ribfest coming May 22 – 24

Abigail Brubacher May 14, 2026Contests, Food, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Agricultural Society is hosting its first annual ribfest from May 22 to 24.

Serious collision in Perth East under investigation

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

PERTH EAST - Perth County OPP are currently investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred May 8 at a intersection of Line 47 and Perth Road 107.

Castlemore Dental’s Dr. Raj Khanuja honoured with Canada’s Volunteer Award

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Dr. Raj Khanuja, affiliated with Castlemore Dental, has been named a recipient of the Canada’s Volunteer Awards – a national program that recognizes Canadians who make exceptional contributions to their communities through volunteerism.

Listowel’s Walter Renwick Knox: chief coach of Ontario Athletic Commission

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Sports have long played a significant role in the history of Perth County. This legacy is reflected in the many talented athletes who have emerged from communities across the county.

‘Around the Table’ brings ESL students to fire department for meal, education

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

The North Perth Fire Department recently welcomed several classes of English as a Second Language (ESL) students from the Avon Maitland District School Board Centre for Employment to the department’s headquarters.

Listowel McDonald’s sets store record, raising $16,000 for Ronald McDonald House and Salvation Army Food Bank

Heather MacEwen May 14, 2026Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL- The local McDonald’s franchise was a flurry of action on May 6 for their 32nd annual…

Howick to receive over $12,000 for five lifeguard positions

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Howick Township has been approved for five pool lifeguard positions this year, an increase from last year, in through a  $12,320 grant from its application for Canada Summer Jobs.

Howick to enter agreement with Waste Management ahead of new waste carts

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - An agreement has been made between the township here and Waste Management (WM).

Hantavirus poses ‘low risk’ says MOH

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Medical Officer of Health (MOH) and CEO Dr. Miriam Klassen, shared with the HPPH Board of Health on May 8, that hantavirus is still assessed at low risk.

Howick Council approves backhoe repairs

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here authorized Manager of Public Works Scott Price to proceed with repairs estimated at approximately $27,784.70, for the township’s 2018 Cat 420 backhoe transmission.

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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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Howick to purchase new pickup truck for public works department

HOWICK - Finch Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Ltd., of London, has been awarded the tender for Howick’s new patrol truck.

Council agrees to look into additional rural road markings in next budget

LISTOWEL - With the goal of improving sightlines, especially at night, North Perth Council pledged to investigate more road markings on rural roads in the next budget.

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South Bruce continues practice of not recording council meetings despite regional trend

TEESWATER - A series of motions tied to transparency and accountability stirred debate at the May 12 South Bruce council meeting.

South Bruce wraps up Adam Street project as Teeswater water tower nears major milestone

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce has completed a multi-year reconstruction project on Adam Street, while work continues on the new water tower in Teeswater that is expected to be operational by late September.

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CHESLEY -  Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) is welcoming a new member to its senior leadership team with the appointment of Papy Mukenge as superintendent of education. The position will take effect Aug. 1, 2026.

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board acknowledges support for new replacement school, child care centre for Mildmay

MILDMAY - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is acknowledging support from the Ontario government following official approval of a new replacement school and child-care centre for Mildmay.

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Howick to purchase new pickup truck for public works department

HOWICK - Finch Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Ltd., of London, has been awarded the tender for Howick’s new patrol truck.

WAHS hosts ‘bring and brag’ session at May meeting

The May meeting of the Wingham and Area Historical Society saw another successful ‘bring and brag’ session with several members showcasing family heirlooms, including an antique butter churn and a 1940’s children’s book.

See all Wingham area articles.

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Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

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CHESLEY -  Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) is welcoming a new member to its senior leadership team with the appointment of Papy Mukenge as superintendent of education. The position will take effect Aug. 1, 2026.

South Bruce OPP officer receives Commissioner’s Citation for Lifesaving

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SOUTH BRUCE - Provincial Constable Mike Scott has been presented with the Commissioner’s Citation for Lifesaving.

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board acknowledges support for new replacement school, child care centre for Mildmay

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MILDMAY - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is acknowledging support from the Ontario government following official approval of a new replacement school and child-care centre for Mildmay.

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