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North Perth Council adopts Mayor’s Budget

Kelsey Bent December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL -  North Perth Council discussed the removal of the Galbraith Conservation Area capital project, valued at $75,000, in the 2026 Mayor’s budget, however ultimately left the item in.

Spread cheer, not germs this holiday season

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON/PERTH - As the holiday season begins, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reminding residents of the actions they can take to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza (“the flu”) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Connecting local innovation with decision makers

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - Local politicians and business leaders got a firsthand look at two homegrown success stories in Perth County on Thursday   Nov.  19, with a tour of Energrow Inc. and Feige’s Gourmet Dressings.

Dallas Smith plays to sold out crowd at Wingham Town Hall Theatre

Heather MacEwen December 11, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

WINGHAM – The Wingham Town Hall Theatre hosted Dallas Smith and His Band on the evening of Nov.…

Howick deems woodchipper as surplus

Nicole Beswitherick December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Nov. 18 meeting, council here declared the township’s 2025 Vermeer BC1000XL diesel woodchipper to be surplus, and directed staff to proceed with the disposal by purchase and sale agreement with the Town of Minto.

Howick receives OMPF, OCIF increase

Nicole Beswitherick December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News

HOWICK - Council here pulled an item out of its consent agenda on Nov. 18 regarding Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) and Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) funding for 2026.

Blue Jeans & Bling raises $16,000

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Blue Jeans & Bling occurred on Nov. 8, raising $16,000 in support of United Way Perth Huron (UWPH).

Fatality in Moorefield accident a Listowel resident; OPP seeking help identifying Persons of Interest in Listowel shoplifting; weapons charges in IPV case

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

Local fatality in morning collision MAPLETON TOWNSHIP – Wellington County OPP are investigating a…

Wroxeter hosts Santa Claus parade

Patrick Raftis December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

WROXETER - Brightly-decorated fire trucks and floats lit up the night for the annual Wroxeter Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 5.

What do we do with all the dark?

Melanie Koch Nichol December 11, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion

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

Intact Insurance donates $9,000 to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation recently announced a major $9,000 donation from Intact Insurance Company through their Community Impact Partnership Program.

West Perth Deputy Mayor Dean Trentowsky named Perth County Warden

Kelsey Bent December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - The 151st Perth County Warden shared how past wardens will inspire his upcoming term.

Bakelaar Jewellers hosts Waterford Mastercraft Crystal Cutting event

Patrick Raftis December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - Bakelaar Jewellers hosted a Waterford Mastercraft Crystal Cutting event at the Listowel store on Dec. 6.

Hospital auxiliary hosts Christmas Jingle and Mingle Home Tour

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Memorial Hospital Auxiliary held what organizers are calling a “very successful” Christmas Jingle and Mingle Christmas home tour on Nov. 29.

U13 Predators are champs

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

PERTH - The U13 Central Perth Predators travelled to Twin Center on the November 29-30 weekend for the Richard Vollmer Memorial and Rep Classic Tournament.

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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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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

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Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

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County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

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Editorial

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.

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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