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Listowel

Upcoming haircutting fundraiser in support of Canadian Cancer Society and Caressant Care’s Resident Council features a unique twist

Heather MacEwen July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – Brianna Williams has come up with a unique fundraising idea involving her long hair.…

Wingham BU18 United

Denny Scott July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – The Wingham BU18 United team, which pulls players from across Huron, Bruce and Perth…

Four contestants set to vie to be Listowel Fair Ambassador during opening night ceremonies

Heather MacEwen July 17, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

The Listowel Fair Ambassador Competition is set to take place following the 7 p.m. opening night…

Legionnaires in action last week

Midwestern Newspapers July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Senior Listowel Legionnaires had a busy week with three games.

Introducing the diabetic Barbie

Nicole Beswitherick July 17, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Something that people are always advocating for is inclusion. And on July 8, Mattel Inc. announced that Barbie is debuting the first Barbie doll with type one diabetes (T1D).

Tyson Moran

Wingham infielder Moran drafted by MLB’s Royals in 13th round

Denny Scott July 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Tyson Moran, a 19-year-old out of Wingham, was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 13th round of the Major League Baseball (MLB) 2025 draft on Monday.

OPP request assistance in decades old missing person investigation

Rachel Hammermueller July 10, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Timed around the 37th anniversary of a heavily-reported Huron County missing person investigation, OPP have renewed a request for help locating Lois Hanna, who disappeared from Kincardine between July 3-4, 1988. 

LDSS students create farm stands representing Perth County for roadside display of local produce and goods

Rachel Hammermueller July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Food, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

In late April, art and woodworking students at Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) began creating the design and structure of what would become five out of 10 total farm stands, housing local produce and goods in locations across Perth County. 

‘Quiet in the Land’ an affecting story of how traditions protect and destroy us; award-winning play makes return to Blyth Festival

Rachel Hammermueller July 10, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Opinion, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Returning home to the Harvest Stage after 44 years is Anne Chislett’s historical drama 'Quiet in the Land.'

Boards approve balanced budgets for next school year

Kelsey Bent July 10, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Board of Trustees of AMDSB received and approved the 2025/2026 budget at its June 24 meeting. 

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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