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Three Listowel curling teams compete at Ontario Elementary Curling Championships in Palmerston

Nicole Beswitherick April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

The Ontario Elementary Curling Championships were held at the Palmerston & District Community Complex April 3 to 6. Three Listowel teams competed out of a total of 64 teams.

Remember them; learn from their children

Cory Bilyea April 3, 2025Columns, Editorials, Local News, News, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Remember their names: Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, Rebecca Contois, and Ashlee Shingoose. They were more than statistics; they were mothers, sisters, aunties, and daughters – each with their own stories and families. 

Large sinkhole stops traffic in Perth East

Rachel Hammermueller April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Police, Rural

On March 28, the OPP closed Road 124, between Perth Road 119 and Line 61, just east of Brunner, to respond to a large sinkhole.

Local family walks to make Cystic Fibrosis history

Rachel Hammermueller April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Brielle, as her mother describes her, has lots of energy, and is a “very spicy little girl.” Brielle also lives with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a genetic condition which impairs the clearance of mucus from the lungs. 

A critical choice

Patrick Raftis April 3, 2025Columns, Editorials, Local News, News, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Up for another election?

Submissions open for Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s ‘the rural queer agenda’ exhibit

Rachel Hammermueller April 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth Festival Art Gallery is calling for submissions from 2SLGBTQIA+ artists for their curated exhibit ‘the rural queer agenda.’ 

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U11 Cyclones heading for OMHA tourney

Denny Scott April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

After a season full of big wins, the Listowel U11 Cyclones are pursuing the highest accolade for a team in their position: Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) gold.

Annual men’s slow pitch tournament coming back to Fordwich in May

Nicole Beswitherick April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Council here declared the Men’s Slow Pitch Tournament at the Fordwich Ball Park to be of municipal significance during the March 18 meeting.

Listowel Cyclones: Named for early hockey star, local team has storied history

Nicole Beswitherick April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Pieces of the Past, Sports

The Listowel Cyclones have carved out a name for themselves in junior hockey circles, a name that originates with one of the games’ earliest superstars.

Listowel curlers recently advanced to OFSAA, two have opportunity to compete in Europe

Nicole Beswitherick April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports

The LDSS Senior Curling team has done exceptionally well this season, with a few wins under their belts.

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Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings

HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.

New business Cornerstone Thrift celebrates successful opening in former Spinrite outlet store

LISTOWEL – Cornerstone Thrift welcomed their first customers the morning of Dec. 2. At 10 a.m.,…

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Chepstow card results

CHEPSTOW - The Young at Heart Euchre and Solo Scores at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall for Monday December 22.

Walkerton Rotary donations

The Rotary Club of Walkerton recently made donations to a variety of local organizations. Clockwise from top left: The club very pleased to support the Walkerton District Community School’s Breakfast Program.

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Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

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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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Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

By Cory Bilyea

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

Huron-Bruce municipalities receive OCIF allocations

By Submitted

The Ontario government has announced a total of $21,185,778 in funding for infrastructure in Huron-Bruce. 

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