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Long-time equipment manager reflects on 25 years with Listowel Cyclones

Dan McNee September 22, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

Like much of the support staff and executive of the Listowel Junior Cyclones, Mark Kennedy got his start simply as a fan of the club.

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.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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