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Extra! Extra! A ghostly tale in Listowel

Rachel Hammermueller October 31, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

LISTOWEL – On a misty, unusually dark Tuesday morning, I made my way down the winding, windy back…

Defibrillator donated to Elma Memorial Hall

Rachel Hammermueller October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, News

NORTH PERTH – A defibrillator was donated to the Elma Memorial Hall in Atwood on Oct. 23, in…

Atwood Halloween House raises money for Salvation Army

Nicole Beswitherick October 31, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The 10th annual Atwood Halloween House fundraiser took place last Saturday night.

Canadians can only watch and wait as Americans decide future

Patrick Raftis October 31, 2024Columns

While there are as yet no general elections in the offing for Ontarians at the federal or…

AMDSB welcomes a familiar face in newly-appointed Trustee Julie Moore

Kelsey Bent October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

After hearing from 12 candidates, the Avon Maitland School Board (AMDSB) voted to appoint Julie Moore as the new trustee representing Perth East.

Atwood Witches Walk raises funds for Lions Club

Nicole Beswitherick October 31, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The Atwood Witches Walk took place on the trail behind the Community Centre on Oct. 26.

Rotary Club of Stratford hosts a ‘frolic’ in 1923

Betty Jo Belton October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

While on a trip to Sault St. Marie in the 1920s, local newspaper publisher Charles O.J. Dingman…

United Party of Canada leader pit stops in Listowel to garner support

Kelsey Bent October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Making the Listowel Agriculture Hall his office for the day, Grant Abraham, leader of the newly established United Party of Canada, used the space to drum up support for his party.

Cyclones capture two wins in outstanding weekend effort

Nicole Beswitherick October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Cyclones earned a close 4-3 victory last Friday against the Sarnia…

Youth engage with their community through Atwood Lions Cubs

Rachel Hammermueller October 31, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Last spring, Sydney McCourt noticed a significant change. Kids were becoming less and less engaged with their community.

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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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Elma Township Public School puts on Spring Performance

Elma Township Public School had its students put on a performance...

North Perth Council reflects on sustainability improvements last year

LISTOWEL - Mayor Todd Kasenberg commended municipal staff on their care and stewardship of the environment, and said, “We have much to be proud of in providing clear leadership in our sector.”

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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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Provincial champions recognized at Brockton Council meeting

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Capitals Under 18BB Ladies Hockey Team – the 2026 OWHA champions – received official recognition at the start of the April 28 meeting of Brockton Council.

Saugeen Hospice hosting annual garage sale

Dear Editor: This is such an exciting year as we are building our new Saugeen Hospice located on three acres generously donated by the Municipality of Brockton...

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Wingham Hospital Women’s Auxiliary Annual Spring Bazaar

Supporting local health care, dedicated volunteers hosted the Wingham Hospital Women’s Auxilliary…

Council defers entering into agreement with Waste Management

HOWICK - Council here decided at its April 21 meeting to defer a recommendation brought by their public works manager regarding entering into a solid waste service agreement with Waste Management.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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Provincial champions recognized at Brockton Council meeting

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Capitals Under 18BB Ladies Hockey Team – the 2026 OWHA champions – received official recognition at the start of the April 28 meeting of Brockton Council.

Elma Township Public School puts on Spring Performance

By Abigail Brubacher

Elma Township Public School had its students put on a performance...

North Perth Council reflects on sustainability improvements last year

By Kelsey Bent

LISTOWEL - Mayor Todd Kasenberg commended municipal staff on their care and stewardship of the environment, and said, “We have much to be proud of in providing clear leadership in our sector.”

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