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North Perth hosts Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Night

Nicole Beswitherick October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - A drop-in Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Night was held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on Oct. 22 for families and community members.

Dry hydrant installed at Fordwich gravel pit

Nicole Beswitherick October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Oct. 21 meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner about the recent installation of a dry hydrant in Fordwich.

Cyclones take one victory, one loss in weekend action

Nicole Beswitherick October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones hosted two games over the weekend at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Blue Jays fan’s license plates bring back memories of earlier wins

Patrick Raftis October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The Toronto Blue Jays reaching the World Series for the first time in decades has brought back a flood of memories for those who remember the MLB club’s championships in 1992 and 1993.

Howick Fire hosts another successful firefighter’s breakfast

Submitted October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

GORRIE - The Howick Firefighters Association hosted a firefighters breakfast at the Howick fire station in Gorrie on Oct. 19.

Business Excellence Awards celebrate meaningful change in North Perth

Submitted October 30, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - Over 140 guests gathered at Parkview Gardens for the annual Business Excellence Awards, hosted by the North Perth Chamber of Commerce.

Legion Poppy Fund helps veterans, local hospitals and cadet corps

Submitted October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Editor’s Note: An incorrect version of this article appeared in the Oct. 23 issue of the Listowel Banner. Please see below for the correct version.

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!…

Listowel Banner turnbacks: Oct. 30, 2025

Submitted October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

TEN YEARS AGO 2015 – The North Perth Fire Combat Team now officially stands with the best of the…

Battle of the Badges raises $2,475 for Huron-Perth Victim Services

Submitted October 30, 2025News

PERTH EAST - The Perth County OPP in partnership with the Perth County Mutual Firefighters hosted a charity hockey game on Oct. 19.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Councillor requests report on BYO alcohol permits for North Perth events

LISTOWEL - “I know some people might think negatively of this initiative, but I think we can treat adults like adults,” Coun. Marc Noordam said regarding the province’s bring-you-own-alcohol regulations under the Liquor Licence and Control Act.

Canadian Staff Songsters perform at Knox Church

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Breakfast and big rigs

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

Brockton Council won’t pave the way for e-scooters

WALKERTON - Brockton is taking a “get tough” approach to e-scooters and similar mobility devices.

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Learn, connect, and stay engaged this summer with the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth

The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth invites community members to stay connected, informed, and supported this summer through a variety of free educational programs and social opportunities designed for people living with dementia, care partners, families, and community members.

Cases of Lyme disease in province increasing, public being referred to eTick website

STRATFORD - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) will no longer be providing tick identification for the public, but will instead refer individuals to the eTick website and mobile app.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Learn, connect, and stay engaged this summer with the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth

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The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth invites community members to stay connected, informed, and supported this summer through a variety of free educational programs and social opportunities designed for people living with dementia, care partners, families, and community members.

Breakfast and big rigs

By Pauline Kerr

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

Brockton Council won’t pave the way for e-scooters

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON - Brockton is taking a “get tough” approach to e-scooters and similar mobility devices.

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