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Howick Fire writes off two invoices, purchases extended warranty for new vehicle

Nicole Beswitherick January 8, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Dec. 16 special council meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner who brought two reports forward ahead of discussing the draft municipal budget.

Learn from my mistake: get your flu shots as soon as possible

Denny Scott January 8, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Denny’s Den is not really a place (yet – if I can convince my wife that my soon-to-be-relocated-and-remodeled home office needs a giant overstuffed leather chair, maybe it could be). Denny’s Den has and (likely) will always be the state of mind I have to be in to produce opinion writing.

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49ers compete in Kincardine Regional Silver Stick tournament

Denny Scott January 8, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of Jan. 5 through Jan. 11.

Minto cancels Fire and Ice New Years Eve event in Palmerston

Submitted December 31, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

PALMERSTON - Due to current and forecasted weather conditions, the Town of Minto, in consultation with the County of Wellington Emergency Measures staff, cancelled  the Fire Ice New Year’s Eve event planned for this evening, Dec. 31.

Intimate Partner Violence information sessions coming to Perth County

Rachel Hammermueller December 25, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Police, Rural

The next initiative for those working at combatting the rising, sustained issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Perth County is community information and education sessions, aimed at giving people the tools to recognize IPV and the resources available to help them. 

Maitland Terrace celebrates 40th anniversary, reminisces of home’s early years

Rachel Hammermueller December 25, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Residents, volunteers and staff marked the 40th anniversary of Maitland Terrace Seniors Living Complex on Dec. 11 with cake and a history lesson.

It Takes A Village holds ‘money-less’ holiday-shopping night for community’s children

Rachel Hammermueller December 25, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

“Kids’ Festive Celebrations” at It Takes A Village downtown Listowel on Dec. 18 saw youngsters ‘moneyfree’ shop for gifts.

Beautification committee asks council for change with bylaw enforcement

Nicole Beswitherick December 25, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.

Howick to receive $2 million for child care build

Denny Scott December 25, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Provided that Howick Council commits to the creation of a childcare facility by the end of the year, Huron County will funnel $2 million to Howick from the province to cover the cost of creating the space.

Santa makes special trip to Perth County in 1925

Cindy J. Sinko December 25, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Christmas is here! Hopefully, you’ve made your arrangements for the big day — and perhaps even…

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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Numbers on homelessness speak for themselves – trying to solve 2026 crisis, 1970s funding not working

Recent data released by Wellington County and Guelph shows 85,000 people in Ontario were homeless in 2025, up eight per cent from the previous year.

Arran-Elderslie receives water infrastructure funding from provincial government

CHESLEY - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, in partnership with the Province of Ontario, recently announced approval for significant funding under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream. 

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick approves 2026 annual accessibility plan

HOWICK - Council here at its Jan. 13 meeting discussed its annual accessibility plan for 2026.

See all Wingham area articles.

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What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

By Heather MacEwen

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Salvation Army receives generous donation from Listowel Agricultural Society

By Heather MacEwen

The Listowel Salvation Army Food bank was grateful to receive a generous $4,000 donation from the…

Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

By Heather MacEwen

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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