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Impaired, drug charges laid in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers August 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

Perth County OPP has laid charges against two individuals following an investigation earlier this month in Listowel's west end.

One person charged after thefts from vehicles

Midwestern Newspapers August 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

One person is facing charges in the Municipality of North Perth following thefts from vehicles.

Council supports optometrists in their fight for sustainable funding

Mike Wilson August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth council expressed its support of local optometrists as they plead with the provincial government to address “the chronic under-funding of eye care.”

North Perth to survey public on alternate voting methods for next municipal election

Mike Wilson August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth is looking to increase voter engagement in the upcoming 2022 municipal election.

Monkton children take trip ‘Around the World’

Mike Wilson August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

The weather on Aug. 11 was near tropical, similar to many of the “countries” more than two dozen local kids visited during their trip “around the world.”

CMHA Ontario revokes charter from Huron-Perth

Submitted August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The board of directors for Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division is revoking the charter of CMHA Huron Perth, formally terminating the agreement between CMHA Ontario and the branch effective six months from now.

Drayton Entertainment hoping to resume in-person performances by late fall

Curtis Gordon August 19, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner

With the province in stage three of its reopening plan, it remains unclear when in-person performances will resume at the Drayton Festival Theatre.

Listowel Ag. Society breakfast fundraiser to benefit local fire stations

Midwestern Newspapers August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Rural

An upcoming fundraiser for the three stations of the North Perth Fire Department will not only assist an excellent cause, but also satisfy that Sunday morning craving for a big breakfast.

Six-woman team looks to establish new Guinness World Record mark

Dan McNee August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

Six area women are eyeing a new Guinness World Record later this month, to be undertaken in honour of a Mapleton Township father of four who was tragically lost this summer.

‘The Wicked Ride’ takes to the road this weekend

Dan McNee August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wicked Ride 2021 is set to roll yet again this weekend, with over 100 motorcycle enthusiasts from across the province set to embark on a cruise throughout the area to see just what Huron and Perth counties have to offer.

Truth and Reconciliation: Call to Action No. 6 stalled

Cory Bilyea August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The recent discovery of Indigenous children’s bodies at several former Indian Residential Schools (IRS) across Canada and the United States has increased the necessity to look deeper into the abuse and murder that took place at these schools...

Perth-Wellington NDP select federal election candidate

Alison Sandstrom, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter August 19, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, News

Stratford actor Kevin Kruchkywhich has been acclaimed as the federal NDP candidate for Perth-Wellington.

‘Home sales came back down to earth’

Submitted August 19, 2021Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Home sales in Huron-Perth have come “back down to earth” from last July’s unprecedented record number of home sales.

Regional unemployment rate continues to drop

Mike Wilson August 19, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Based on the data released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week, it appears the region is recovering very well from the pandemic.

81 Petals stand offers beautiful bouquets just south of Listowel

Dan McNee August 19, 2021Business, Listowel Banner, Rural

The distinctive teal pickup truck bed converted into a flower stand has been enough to attract attention and customers to Amanda Cleland’s blooming Line 81 business, but its her beautifully-crafted arrangements that keeps people coming back for more this summer.

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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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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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…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

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Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

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Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

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From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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