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Howick Township not proceeding with backyard chicken program

Nicole Beswitherick July 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here, after months of staff looking into the idea, has decided to not proceed with allowing backyard chickens in the township.

The most fascinating car you will ever see

Nicole Beswitherick July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Last weekend, my partner Dominik and I hopped into my Chevy Trax to begin a six hour drive to…

Public meeting held on Atwood subdivision proposal

Nicole Beswitherick July 3, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, News, Rural

At its recent June 23 meeting, North Perth Council held a public meeting to consider a zoning bylaw amendment affecting the property located north of the intersection of Woodview Drive and Parkview Crescent in Atwood.

Seat in Sopwith Stutter for flight over homecoming opening offered by Listowel Legion and Great War Flying Museum

Heather MacEwen July 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL – Imagine flying 1,600 feet above ground, wind in your hair, watching the earth pass by…

Listowel Farm and Maker Market open’s 2025 season

Heather MacEwen July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

MAKER MARKET – The Listowel Farm and Maker Market kicked off their season this past weekend at…

Howick Hornets BBQ fundraiser draws out great community support

Heather MacEwen July 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

Four ladies competing for title of 2025-26 Listowel Fair Ambassador

Heather MacEwen July 1, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

Red Top Berries opened strawberry season with a summer kick-off June 21

Patrick Raftis June 26, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Participants played games, picked the month's top treat choice and welcomed summer.

North Perth emergency crews respond to truck fire on Main Street in Listowel

Rachel Hammermueller June 26, 2025News

On June 17, shortly after 5 p.m., Perth County OPP and North Perth Fire Department were called to a motor vehicle that was on fire on Main Street East in Listowel.

Blyth Festival’s opening act highlights Indigenous voices with Anishnaabe playwright Drew Hayden Taylor’s tongue-in-cheek satire about Canada’s first prime minister

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The 2025 Blyth Festival season began with a comedic and bold critique of Canadian historical perspectives while amplifying the inclusion of the Truth and Reconciliation recommendations for the arts 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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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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