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Listowel

Cole: Cyclones ‘continuing to get better each day’

Nicole Beswitherick October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones were back on home ice on Oct. 17 to face the Chatham Maroons.

What if it’s true?

Melanie Koch Nichol October 23, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Wanna know why I think the Bible still shares the best news ever? In case your answer is…

Stay warm, stay safe: fire prevention tips for heating season

Submitted October 23, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

As the weather turns colder and we prepare for another Canadian winter, many of us are reaching for…

How to discourage porch pirates without explosives

Pauline Kerr October 23, 2025Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Yo, ho, ho, and a bottle of … whatever you ordered from Amazon. … It sat on your porch for a grand total of three minutes before a local porch pirate snagged it.

Ninteenth-century German immigrants made their mark in Perth County

Megan Lockhart October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In the 1830s, a large wave of settlers arrived in Perth County from Europe. These settlers hailed…

Listowel Gardens celebrates completion of structural framework

Nicole Beswitherick October 23, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - Already completing milestones, Listowel Gardens held a topping-off celebration on Oct. 16, marking the completion of the apartment building’s structural framework.

15th annual Sick Kids Fundraiser Halloween House coming back to Listowel

Submitted October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - A Listowel residence is hosting its 15th annual Sick Kids fundraiser Halloween House Oct. 25, 26, and 31, at 640 Maple Ave. N, 6-9:30 p.m., weather permitting.

Driver charged in fatal collision

Submitted October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

NORTH PERTH – One person has been charged following a motor vehicle collision that occured Aug.…

Costume ‘Pawty” fundraiser held for North Perth Dog Park

Nicole Beswitherick October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Dog Park Committee held a costume “pawty” and walk on Oct. 18 at Listowel Kinsmen Park.

Intermediate girls soccer tournament held at Elma Township Public School

Nicole Beswitherick October 23, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

ATWOOD - Elma Township Public School hosted an Intermediate Girls Soccer Tournament on Oct. 15.

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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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Volunteers recognized for efforts put into planning upcoming fair

MILVERTON - Every year the township of Perth East recognizes those volunteers who help the township in many ways, with programs to ensure the viability and to keep residents enjoying the lifestyle they have come to appreciate.

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.

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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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

North Huron, Waste Management host open house explaining upcoming changes to local garbage and recycling programs

The Township of North Huron, in coordination with Waste Management (WM) and Circular Materials, is transitioning to wheeled carts with the rollout of the new automated collection beginning on July 21.

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.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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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Volunteers recognized for efforts put into planning upcoming fair

By Submitted

MILVERTON - Every year the township of Perth East recognizes those volunteers who help the township in many ways, with programs to ensure the viability and to keep residents enjoying the lifestyle they have come to appreciate.

North Huron, Waste Management host open house explaining upcoming changes to local garbage and recycling programs

By Cory Bilyea

The Township of North Huron, in coordination with Waste Management (WM) and Circular Materials, is transitioning to wheeled carts with the rollout of the new automated collection beginning on July 21.

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

By Submitted

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.

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