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Council unanimously votes to begin expropriation process for trail connectivity to Gowanstown

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council agreed to follow a staff recommendation to begin the process to expropriate property to connect the North Perth Trail to Gowanstown.

Country stars join the celebration at Hayloft Music Festival

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music, News

LISTOWEL - This community will have an outdoor, summertime, country music festival to call its own in 2025.

Listowel Agricultural Fair weekend a success

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The 169th Listowel Agricultural Fair ran from July 17 to 20.

Howick Council expresses interest for daycare facility in township

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here endorsed a report at its July 15 meeting recommending the establishment of a daycare facility in the township.

Long-time Listowel Banner Editor, Marion Duke to officially open Listowel’s 150th Anniversary weekend

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News

Long-time voice of the community and past editor of the Listowel Banner, Marion Duke, is slated to officially kick-start Listowel’s 150th Anniversary at its opening ceremonies on Aug. 2 at 10 a.m. at the Listowel Clock Tower.

Walkerton Herald-Times July 24 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers July 24, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From July 24, 1990:

Are new provincial policies getting in the way of uncovering history?

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

A recent conversation at North Perth Council, about policy changes to come from Ontario’s Bill 17, reminded me of an article I read in the Guardian from a few years ago.

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Monkton Muskrats beginning to ‘gel’ as season pushes on

Denny Scott July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

The Monkton Muskrats of the Huron County Fastball league have “been on a bit of a roller coaster” this season according to team representative Scott Kemp.

North Perth closes Kin Trail Bridge in Listowel

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - On July 21, the Municipality of North Perth posted on their social media platforms that the Kin Trail Bridge, located between Victoria Avenue South and Salisbury Avenue South, will be closed for maintenance during the week of July 21-25.

Jillian Ohm crowned 2025-26 Listowel Fair Ambassador

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Judges were in agreement on two things at the Listowel Fair Ambassador competition. The first was that this was one of the toughest competitions that they had judged; and the second, that Jillian Ohm should be crowned the 2025-26 ambassador of the fair. 

Third annual Dodgers Memorial Mens Slowpitch Tournament raises money to sponsor children in LMBA

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The third annual Dodgers Memorial Mens Slowpitch Tournament was held from July 18 to 20.

Senior, Junior Legionnaires take on the Mitchell Astros

Midwestern Newspapers July 18, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

MITCHELL - The Senior Listowel Legionnaires went up against the Mitchell Astros on Friday, July 4 in Mitchell – losing 5-3.

Public health releases 2024 annual report

Submitted July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) recently announced the HPPH 2024 Annual Report is now available online. 

Bark and Bite fundraiser for Milverton Dog Park a success

Heather MacEwen July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The first of three fundraisers in support of the Milverton Dog Park was held July 10 at Perth East…

Howick Huron County Cruisers Car Show

Rain doesn’t dampen Huron County Cruisers car show

Denny Scott July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Not even the near-torrential rain that pushed through the area on July 11 could keep people away from the Huron County Cruisers’ annual car show in Howick The event featured dozens of vehicles, a food truck and plenty of conversation about the vintage and antique vehicles...

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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.

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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.

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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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