WALKERTON - In February, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased 0.2 percentage points to six per cent after sitting at one of the lowest in the province for months. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged this month at 7.2%, both unad
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OFA urges local residents to support Ontario producers through ‘tumultuous’ times and political uncertainty
GUELPH - The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is encouraging consumers across the province to support local farmers facing difficult times due to political uncertainty.
Perth County pioneers ‘witch’ for water
Water witching, dowsing, divining, doodle-bugging…there are many names for the historical and mystical art of finding water and minerals underground by using just a simple forked twig. The history of dowsing for water has been recorded as far back as ancient Egypt.
North Perth awards tender to repair Listowel Kinsmen Pool in interim to construction of new outdoor pool
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Kinsmen Pool will undergo some repairs this spring to increase its lifespan, until the new pool is built across the road.
Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor, Amazing Race Canada winner, and mental health advocate Tyler Smith speaks to local students
LISTOWEL - When asked to sum up his entire speech promoting mental health awareness and resilience, Tyler Smith, a survivor of the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash, said, “Take the necessary steps and remember that your story matters, too.”
Listowel Cyclones clinch spot in the playoffs
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones went up against the Stratford Warriors on March 7, ending in a close score.
Full Spectrum Athletics – bridging the gap between sporting apparel and passion for community athletic events
LISTOWEL – Located at 150 Elizabeth St. W in Listowel is a new athletics business offering a wide…
Paddyfest gets rolling with Vegas Night
DEALING THEM IN– The Listowel Kinsmen put on another successful Vegas Night evening as part of…
Fun for all at the 48th annual Listowel Paddyfest
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48th annual Listowel Paddyfest boasts laughs, good times and good food.
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North Huron council gives provisional budget approval
Council held its first 2025 budget meeting on Feb. 29, approving in principle a 3.15 per cent tax levy increase, which translates to an additional $236,000 in taxation.
Police report fraud losses for Ontarians
The OPP Anti-Rackets Branch and Serious Fraud Office are launching the 2025 Fraud Prevention Month campaign: “The Masks of Fraud.”
Liberal, NDP, Green candidates remain concerned with healthcare
With the mid-term provincial election decided, Midwestern Newspapers reached out to the unsuccessful local major party representatives in the Huron-Bruce riding to find out how they felt the election went.
Upper Maitland Mustangs proceed in playoffs
LISTOWEL - The Upper Maitland Mustangs have three squads in the post-season, with the U18 squad being the most successful so far.
Solemn celebration for MAP59 grand opening held on anniversary of arena collapse
LISTOWEL - On Saturday, February 28, 1959, at approximately 9:27 a.m., while a peewee hockey practice was underway, the roof and walls of the rink section of the Listowel Arena collapsed.
