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AMDSB investigating new scenario in boundary review

Kelsey Bent June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, News

SEAFORTH - As the Avon Maitland District School Board of Trustees was reviewing the final adjusted options in the North Perth Boundary Review, which aims to solve overpopulation at local schools, yet another option was suggested for investigation.

Fire at Walmart closed store for multiple days, store now reopened

Kelsey Bent June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Walmart Listowel announced via its social media pages that it reopened on May 29 after a fire occurred.

Community Living North Perth opens new home with support from $200,000 Trillium Foundation grant

Kelsey Bent June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A ribbon-cutting for the Community Living North Perth’s (CLNP) opening of a new home in Listowel’s west end was held on Friday May 30.

North Perth raises Pride flag on June 2

Kelsey Bent June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - On behalf of the Municipality of North Perth, Mayor Todd Kasenberg and a representative of the North Perth Pride Committee Billy Robertson spoke to the crowd gathered at the municipal office on June 2.

14th annual North Perth Character Run a success, had over 230 participants

Nicole Beswitherick June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL – The 14th annual North Perth Character Run took place on May 29 with over 230…

Maplevue Farms celebrates World Milk Day

Nicole Beswitherick June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

NORTH PERTH - June 1 every year marks World Milk Day.

County launches brochure for Local Food Week

Submitted June 5, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

STRATFORD - Perth County is  celebrating Local Food Week (June 2–8) with the official launch of the 2025 Explore brochure.

Spinrite closes doors in Listowel after 73 years of manufacturing

Kelsey Bent June 3, 2025Listowel Banner, News

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. 

Lobb back as opposition critic for digital government

Submitted May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

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

Rachel Hammermueller May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

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

Fred Erb May 29, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

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

Kelsey Bent May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, News

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

Kelsey Bent May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, News

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

Denny Scott May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, News

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

Midwestern Newspapers May 29, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The Listowel School of Dance was proud to present its 2015 recital, Alice in…

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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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