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Pieces of the Past

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Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 27 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers November 27, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Nov. 27, 1991

The history of E.S. Keeler shoes

Submitted November 27, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Shoes have long been an essential article of clothing. The first census in what is now Canada was conducted in 1666. It shows 20 shoemakers serving a population of 3,512 European settlers.

Body found in Ellice swamp

Megan Lockhart November 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Two months ago, Stratford-Perth Archives took a look at the folklore and mysteries in Ellice Swamp…

Listowel Turnbacks: Nov. 20, 2025

Submitted November 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The Community of Character movement in North Perth celebrated its 10th…

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 20 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers November 20, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Nov. 7, 1990

The Elma Township War Memorial

Claire Drake November 13, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

On Nov. 11, millions of people across the Country gather to pay tribute to the Canadians that have…

Listowel turnbacks, Nov. 13, 2025

Submitted November 13, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The Municipality of North Perth will have an efficient and sustainable…

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 13 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers November 13, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From November 8, 1989

North Perth resident touched by family connection to Dresden disaster

Jack Hovius November 6, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Pieces of the Past, Rural

There are no ordinary people. Have you ever stopped to think about that?  Every person has a unique story to tell, and these stories help us to shape our collective consciousness of what it means to be human.

Two families touched by war

Jessica Carter November 6, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Pieces of the Past

Last month, my article included a short history of The Maples, a home built by J.C. Hay.  While…

Charles Jackson: Canadian soldier, Stratford resident

Betty Jo Belton November 6, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Last year a descendent of the brother of Charles Jackson, a Canadian soldier who died in action…

Hobby historian discusses researching as a form of remembrance ahead of hosting seminar at Stratford-Perth Archives

Kelsey Bent November 6, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Pieces of the Past

Taking the act of remembrance into his own hands, Eric Edwards is hosting a seminar at the Stratford-Perth Archives on Nov. 11, where he will teach guests how to use First World War Canadian soldiers' service files, available online, to research veterans.

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 6 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers November 6, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From November 2, 1988.

Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 30 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers October 30, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Oct. 28, 1987

History of the numerous Halloween festivals held in Perth County

Cindy J. Sinko October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Halloween is fast approaching, so we hope your pumpkins are carved and your candy bowls are full!…

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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North Perth Creative Canvases second annual Juried Art Show and Sale returns

LISTOWEL – The North Perth Creative Canvases (NPCC) have been meeting weekly on each Wednesday…

Listowel Curling Club season kick-off at Parkview Legion Hall

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South Bruce candidates answer questions

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Summer support helps Bluewater students return to school

CHESLEY – More than 2,000 Bluewater students received summer support to make the transition back to school easier, with mental health and special education staff helping prepare them for September. 

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Listowel raises funds in 25th annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon

LISTOWEL – On Oct. 17, the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon took to the airwaves with a mission…

Gieruszak questions the means to measure community investment

To the Editor, In municipal assets, like services, the product is often framed as programs, memberships, facilities, usage, or participation. 

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Fabhaus and Fare Inc. a gallery and bakeshop built to champion emerging artists

“If you’re coming here, I want you to be able to see something you can’t see anywhere else.”

25th annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon inspires giving

At the end of the seven-hour broadcast, $501,039 was raised towards vital health care projects for hospitals in participating communities, including Chesley, Mount Forest, Palmerston, Wingham, Walkerton, Listowel, Clinton, Hanover and Seaforth.

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

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North Perth Creative Canvases second annual Juried Art Show and Sale returns

By Heather MacEwen

LISTOWEL – The North Perth Creative Canvases (NPCC) have been meeting weekly on each Wednesday…

Listowel Curling Club season kick-off at Parkview Legion Hall

By Heather MacEwen

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Fabhaus and Fare Inc. a gallery and bakeshop built to champion emerging artists

By Rachel Hammermueller

“If you’re coming here, I want you to be able to see something you can’t see anywhere else.”

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