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$65K of equipment stolen from Listowel tractor dealership

Midwestern Newspapers April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

A theft from a local tractor dealership has resulted in a significant loss.

Fifty Archives Treasures: Chris Cheoros and history of Mitchell’s iconic Cosy Grill

Cindy J. Sinko April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

This is the 13th week of the continuing series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of Stratford-Perth Archives and its treasures.

Turnbacks – April 14, 2022

Bea Todd April 13, 2022Listowel Banner

Ten Years Ago 2012 – Residents of Listowel attended a wind turbine and energy protest in Toronto.…

Perth County discusses roadside pollinators, joint accessibility appointments, Milverton subdivision

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Aside from Coun. Daryl Herlick’s reprimand and SWIFT’s update, Perth County also presented a number of reports of interest at its most recent meeting.

From ‘89 to ‘22: North Perth’s new assistant chief settling into new job after 33 years in fire service

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Thirty-three years ago, Dennis McEwen never would have thought he would be here. Being a firefighter was not something that he particularly aspired to be, after all. He entered the field on March 27, 1989, after being asked a few times to join the service.

North Perth resident charged after assaulting police officer

Midwestern Newspapers April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

A North Perth resident has been arrested and charged following an altercation with police that ended with an officer being assaulted.

Two of five SWIFT fibre optic projects completed, one delayed

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

In February, Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology Inc. (SWIFT) announced it has begun construction to bring fibre connections to 407 homes in Perth County. At the April 7 Perth County council meeting, SWIFT Executive Director Barry Field gave an update.

‘We are still living the war with them’

Dan McNee April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

When Russian armed forces crossed the Ukrainian border in the early morning hours of Feb. 24, 2022, the majority of the global community immediately reacted, condemning President Vladimir Putin’s unprovoked invasion of a neighbouring sovereign nation.

Conners posts third consecutive top-10 finish at The Masters

Dan McNee April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

While the end result didn’t see him slipping on that coveted green jacket on Sunday, Corey Conners was still able to continue an impressive personal streak at the 2022 edition of the Masters Tournament.

Councillor officially reprimanded by Perth County

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Perth County Councillor Daryl Herlick may find his most recent reprimand frivolous, but county council evidently did not.

Listowel, Wingham hospitals to maintain masking requirements indefinitely

Midwestern Newspapers April 11, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) is joining other hospitals across the south west region in stating they will maintain the current masking requirements for people entering their facilities.

‘You go when they’re winning, you go when they’re losing’

Dan McNee April 7, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

After seeing their first Listowel Juniors game back in the 2004-05 season, Steve and Linda Cameron were hooked on Cyclones hockey.

Conners to appear in fourth straight Masters this week

Dan McNee April 7, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Corey Conners has improved like clockwork at every edition of the Masters Tournament he has played in.

Junior Legionnaires set to return for 2022 campaign

Dan McNee April 7, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

It’s been three long years since the Listowel Legionnaires last took the field at John Bell Diamond, but the local ball club’s long-anticipated return is finally in sight.

Cycs to clash with Siskins in first round of playoffs

Dan McNee April 7, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Forty-eight regular season games are in the books and now the real campaign begins. It’s playoff hockey time for the Listowel Junior Cyclones.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Annual TRI-umph Triathlon held in Gorrie

GORRIE – The annual TRI-umph Triathlon in Gorrie was held on Aug. 3, bringing dozens of families to the Howick Optimist Pool and splash pad site.

Huron United drop points in TMSL matches

An underwhelming performance  saw Huron United Football Club fall by a score of 2-0 in their Tri-City Men's Soccer League against Riverside FC B on July 7.

See all Listowel area articles.

Teeswater Kinsmen seek council approval for new community pavilion

TEESWATER – A proposed community pavilion at Teeswater Kinsmen Park moved a step closer to reality after South Bruce council approved the Teeswater Kinsmen’s request to begin planning the project at its July 28 meeting.

SVCA board chair and GM more optimistic about regionalization

FORMOSA – Board chair Tom Hutchinson and general manager Erik Downing expressed a certain optimism about the coming regionalization of conservation authorities during the July 16 board meeting.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Interim bus service expanded as Bruce, Dufferin, Grey, Wellington regional transit study continues

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO – The counties of Bruce, Dufferin, Grey, and Wellington, together with Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART), are expanding interim bus service across the region while work continues on a longer-term joint Regional Transit Study. 

Municipalities need ‘seat at the table’ early on, says Bruce County warden

WALKERTON  – It’s essential that municipalities have a “seat at the table, early on,” said Bruce County Warden Luke Charbonneau at the July meeting of Bruce County council.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Election update

A race for the Reeveship of North Huron continues to be the township’s only election showdown. 

Organizations, local Lions work to welcome newcomers with event

Newcomer Day at Camp is an annual celebration that brings newcomers to Canada, local supporters, and community organizations together for a free day of outdoor fun, food, and friendship. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

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Election update

By Midwestern Newspapers

A race for the Reeveship of North Huron continues to be the township’s only election showdown. 

Organizations, local Lions work to welcome newcomers with event

By Submitted

Newcomer Day at Camp is an annual celebration that brings newcomers to Canada, local supporters, and community organizations together for a free day of outdoor fun, food, and friendship. 

Annual TRI-umph Triathlon held in Gorrie

By Nicole Beswitherick

GORRIE – The annual TRI-umph Triathlon in Gorrie was held on Aug. 3, bringing dozens of families to the Howick Optimist Pool and splash pad site.

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