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Concerns raised about Britton’s dark roads

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the Nov. 1 council meeting, Coun. Terry Seiler raised a concern about visibility on the roads in Britton.

Andriessen raises questions about transportation master plan status

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Coun. Lee Anne Andriessen raised a few questions at the Nov. 1 council meeting about the status of the transportation master plan and traffic concerns at the intersection of Line 87 and Highway 23.

A historical glimpse into the Honderich Furniture Company of Milverton

Jennifer Georgiou November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In 1912, Norman Honderich was inspired after seeing an illustration of a kitchen cabinet in an issue of Ladies Home Journal. He knew that most of the kitchen cabinets for sale in Canada were manufactured in the United States. He believed that this type of product could easily be made and sold in Can

Collaborative campaign hopes to drop homelessness in Perth County by 15 per cent

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The City of Stratford, County of Perth and Town of St. Marys are conducting a campaign to reduce the 119 households currently experiencing chronic homelessness by 15 per cent. To achieve this goal they are hoping to partner with landlords across the region who have units available to rent. The goal

Junior Cyclones drop two of three weekend contests

Dan McNee November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

Listowel’s timing wasn’t the best when the Junior Cyclones rolled into Elmira for a Halloween matinee contest against the Sugar Kings on Sunday.

North Perth extends Wallace one-way block trial for six more months

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth council voted in favour of extending the one-way block trial on Wallace Avenue South for six more months.  On Nov. 1, Manager of Operations Lyndon Kowch presented a report recommending that the trial be extended until April 30.

Avon Maitland board launches boundary review rollout to relieve enrolment pressures

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) board of trustees has approved the rollout of a boundary review in the North Perth area.

Santa Claus is coming to Howick

Bonnie Whitehead November 4, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Organizer Verdun Zurbrigg invites you to come out to light up your night at the Howick drive-thru lighted Christmas parade at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19 at the Howick Community Centre.

HPPH encourages flu shot to help curb all cold-weather illness symptoms

Dan McNee November 3, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve as colder weather approaches. Adding another wrinkle into the mix is the upcoming influenza season, with the flu sharing some similar symptoms as the coronavirus itself.

Stoltz, Hub merging to form Equipment Ontario

Submitted October 28, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Stoltz Sales and Service, with locations in Mildmay and Listowel, will be getting a new look later this year.

Howick Township to implement vaccine policy on Nov. 1

Cory Bilyea October 28, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of Howick is the latest municipality to implement a COVID-19 vaccination policy, with council approving the Oct. 19 report from Clerk Carol Watson that introduced the new policy.

IN PHOTOS – North Perth in the Halloween spirit

Dan McNee October 27, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth residents always come through in fine style every year when it comes to Halloween decorations, with many going the extra mile when adorning their homes with ghosts and ghouls. Inflatables in particular have grown in popularity over the last few years. Pictured is a collection of local de

New Perth County Children’s Water Festival now underway

Submitted October 27, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The Perth Children’s Water Festival committee is excited to share virtual opportunities and resources with classes across Perth County.

Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health announces dates for outreach program

Cory Bilyea October 27, 2021Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Training is completed for all volunteers participating in the Community Vaccine Champion (CVC) workshops, and the Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health is ready to begin reaching out to vaccine-hesitant community members in rural Ontario.

Perth County mourns death of past warden, Milverton’s David Shearer

Submitted October 27, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Perth County Warden Jim Aitcheson issued a release last Monday speaking to the death of former warden and Milverton resident David Shearer.

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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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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…

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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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