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Time to redefine the meaning of Canada Day

Mike Wilson June 17, 2021Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

For being considered a friendly and peaceful nation, Canada has given off the wrong impression as of late.

Duncan encourages action to manage phragmites along Perth County roadways

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter May 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

On May 6, Coun. Matt Duncan encouraged Perth County council to support an initiative by the Township of The Archipelago to take action managing invasive phragmites along roadways.

North Perth plans to clear away smoke of confusion around backyard burning bylaw

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter May 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

Recently, especially throughout the pandemic, the North Perth Fire Department, bylaw enforcement staff and Perth County OPP have received and responded to increased calls and concerns related to backyard burning in residential areas, particularly in the spring and summer months.

North Perth passes resolution to adopt Perth County Community Safety and Well-being Plan

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter May 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

After a presentation of the Perth County Community Safety and Well-being Plan, North Perth council voted in favour of a resolution to adopt the plan on May 17. In all, six municipal partners need to adopt the plan.

Cartoon: May 20, 2021

Submitted May 20, 2021Cartoons, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

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Council approves Façade Improvement Plan for downtown business in North Perth

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter May 20, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council approved implementing a Façade Improvement Program (FIP) and Downtown Commercial Design Guidelines (DCDG)  to support local business owners in the downtowns of Listowel, Atwood and Monkton, on May 10.

Listowel couple encountering challenges replacing their retirement home after Village fire

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter May 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

When Gary and Linda Jones walked out of their home on April 19, it did not occur to them that they…

Feels like we were just here…

Dan McNee May 14, 2021Columns, Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

You could likely take my header a number of ways given the current state of affairs. But in this instance, I’m referring to the NHL post-season.

Bruce Power donates freezer for COVID-19 vaccine to Huron Perth Public Health

Mike Wilson January 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

TIVERTON – Bruce Power has donated a freezer unit to Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) to assist…

Caressant Care Listowel outbreak has reached 100 positive cases of COVID-19, four deaths

Mike Wilson January 21, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

HURON-PERTH – During the Huron-Perth Public Health (HPPH) media briefing on Jan. 21, Dr. Miriam…

Pettapiece issues statement regarding COVID outbreaks at Caressant Care in Listowel, Arthur

Mike Wilson January 21, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

PERTH-WELLINGTON – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece issued a statement Thursday morning in…

Report: Grey Bruce students going back to class next week

Mike Wilson January 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Huron-Perth, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph schools to remain online for now  TORONTO – Some local…

Huron, Perth counties among areas targeted by province’s workplace inspection blitz

Mike Wilson January 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TORONTO – Huron and Perth counties are among the province’s target areas for the latest round…

Some Caressant Care Listowel residents to be temporarily relocated to local hospitals

Mike Wilson January 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Six residents being relocated today at the number of COVID-19 cases associated with the home hits…

First COVID-19-related death reported at Caressant Care in Listowel as outbreak reaches 65 cases

Mike Wilson January 18, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

HURON-PERTH – Over the weekend, the number of COVID-19 cases at Caressant Care in Listowel…

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Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

Howick Hockey Day sees a snowy Saturday face off on the ice

Howick Hockey Day on Jan. 17 saw multiple teams converging on Howick Community Centre for a full…

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2025 Walkerton Herald-Times Year in Review July – Sept

The Walkerton Herald-Times 2025 Year in Review continues this week with a look at local activity from July to September.

David Sleightholm records high score at recent Paisley crokinole session

PAISLEY - With  snowy and slippery roads, 19 people ventured out and had lots of fun playing Crokinole. at the Paisley Legion on Jan. 17.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

See all Wingham area articles.

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What do we do with all the dark?

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

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

By Cory Bilyea

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

By Rachel Hammermueller

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

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