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North Perth resident charged in Centre Wellington break-in on Sept. 3

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

A North Perth resident is among those charged in relation to a break and enter at an abandoned residence in Centre Wellington that took place earlier this month.

Hoover’s Maple Syrup hosting tours of sugar bush, production facility

Dan McNee September 22, 2021Food, Listowel Banner, Local News

For any maple syrup producer, early April is by far their busiest and most anticipated time of year.

Huron-Perth home sales down from last year, still hit second-best August on record

Submitted September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The number of homes sold through the MLS System of the Huron Perth Association of REALTORS totaled 250 units in August 2021. This was a moderate decrease of 4.2 per cent (11 sales) from August 2020.

Listowel Baptist Church – Celebrating 20 years on Line 86

Submitted September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

Perseverance. Hope. Faith. Vision. Simple words perhaps to describe an act of faith so many years ago. Could the men and women who formed First (Listowel) Baptist Church so long ago have foreseen their church today?

Listowel Hypnosis open for business

Kelsey Bent September 22, 2021Business, Listowel Banner

Hypnosis can be used for a variety of behaviour changes, including weight loss, quitting smoking, stress management, sleep improvements, breaking bad habits, and fear management.

Early Perth County settlers contended with free-roaming livestock on streets

Ellen Thomas September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

There was a time when animals freely roamed the streets of Listowel, as well as other communities in the area. Over time, it became necessary to create the position of pound-keeper in many communities. In Listowel, in the early years, the job of rounding up and impounding these animals fell to the v

North Perth students vote Conservative in recent school election

Mike Wilson September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner

With the federal election now in the rearview mirror, CIVIX has released the results of the federal student vote.

Lining up at the polls

Dan McNee September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

Federal election candidates call No Fixed Address Tour ‘exceptionally informative’

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Due to demand and COVID restrictions Andrea Charest, director of It Takes A Village, said she had to turn away many people who wanted to participate in the “No Fixed Address” Tour on Sept. 18.

United Way Perth-Huron launches 2021-22 fundraising campaign

Dan McNee September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Ten years ago, the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) set its 2011-12 fundraising goal at just over $1 million for the region. It’s amazing the changes a decade can bring about.

Bakelaar raises concerns over downtown Listowel parking

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

On Sept. 13, Tim Bakelaar made a presentation to council to raise concerns about the one-way street pilot project currently set up in downtown Listowel.

Howick signs agreement with Wingham Veterinary Clinic

Kelsey Bent September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

After receiving the resignation from their long-time animal control officer, Howick council was left with how to provide canine control services. 

Marvin Grimes joins Howick council

Kelsey Bent September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council previously decided to offer the vacant councillor position to those who ran in the 2018 municipal election. 

Members from Maitland Conservation visit Gorrie Dam site

Cory Bilyea September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Conservation Areas Coordinator Stewart Lockie provided a live update on the progress of decommissioning the dam at the Gorrie Conservation Area on Sept. 15, with several members of the board attending.

Maitland Conservation receives work plan progress report

Cory Bilyea September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Jayne Thompson, communications and GIS-IT coordinator for Maitland Conservation (MC), updated board members on the progress made by staff over the summer in a report at the September regular meeting.

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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…

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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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