LISTOWEL - A business that has long been associated with the identity of the town of Listowel, Spinrite announced on June 3 that it will be closing its doors locally.
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Lobb back as opposition critic for digital government
Local MP Ben Lobb was reappointed as the critic for digital government, with the added portfolio of artificial intelligence in Official Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre’s shadow cabinet.
North Perth Dog Park working group hosts open house
The North Perth Dog Park working group hosted an open house at Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on May 14, providing education on their design and plans for the town’s first official dog park.
Encountering the risen Jesus
Our Easter celebrations are over for this year, but are there any signs that the resurrection of…
First look at asset management plan shows $20 million funding gap
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council got an early look at the asset management plan, which, according to the staff report, is expected to be finalized next month.
North Perth renews agreement with MVCA ahead of conduit project
LISTOWEL - Like a good sailor, it appears North Perth is preparing for a storm ahead, as inspections have shown the Listowel conduit will require repairs in the future.
Carson marks last auction with calves to benefit local groups
David Carson Farms and Auction Services Ltd.’s final sale last week raised over $33,000 for local community groups and organizations through a charity sale of three calves.
Listowel Banner turnbacks for May 29, 2025
TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The Listowel School of Dance was proud to present its 2015 recital, Alice in…
North Perth Cruisers hold first of 2025 Retro Revival Cruise Nights
LISTOWEL – North Perth Cruisers held the first of their 2025 series of Retro Revival Cruise…
Walk for Alzhemier’s held in Listowel
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, benefiting the Alzheimer Society of Canada, took place on the weekend. In Listowel, the walk was held at Between the Lines.
Free art hunt accepting artists, creators
Community members are invited to join the fourth annual free art hunt, happening Saturday, June 21.
Looking into the short-lived Dublin newspaper in Perth County
Did you know Perth County’s Dublin once had its own newspaper? Just over 100 years ago, residents could read the local news in The Dublin Standard.
Midwestern’s Peggy Haasnoot receives Silver Quill
LISTOWEL - Midwestern Newspapers Publisher Dave Adsett presented Peggy Haasnoot with a Silver Quill Award on May 15.
Maplevue Farms celebrating World Milk Day with June 1 open house
Falling on a Sunday this year, Doug and Dave Johnston of Maplevue Farms in North Perth are taking the opportunity to offer the community a look at their dairy farming process
Midwestern Newspapers celebrates industry recognition
LISTOWEL - Midwestern Newspapers staff received awards earned in the 2024 Ontario Community Newspapers Association Better Newspapers Competition at a presentation ceremony here on May 15.
