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Howick approves adoption of Huron County Community Safety and Well Being Plan review

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here was presented with a report on the community safety and wellbeing (CSWB)  plan review for the township at its July 15 meeting.

Cyclones take win, loss ahead of long weekend

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - In the midst of their Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) pre-season, the Listowel Cyclones are continuing to improve on their skills, according to Head Coach Jesse Cole.

Howick considers bylaw, receives presentation on asset management plan

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here received a report at its Aug. 12 regular council meeting regarding its 2025 Asset Management Plan (AMP) for approval.

Listowel Cyclones look ahead to 2025-26 season

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones launched the 2025-26 Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) campaign with their first pre-season game against Waterloo on Aug. 22.

Howick Fire recognizes department members with awards, certificates

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

GORRIE - The Howick Fire Department recently held its annual awards ceremony, recognizing those at the station for a job well done.

Latest Blyth production tunes into local community

Liz Small August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

For those in the audience that had direct connections to the story, they were delighted. For those who didn’t, they were equally entertained, as history unfolded, telling the story of one of its most notable citizens – Doc Cruickshank. 

Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee hosts foam party for local youth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee held a foam party for local youth on Aug. 24. Organizers said…

North Perth receives $5.4 million for housing infrastructure

Rachel Hammermueller August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced on Aug. 22 during a press conference outside the doors of the North Perth Municipal Office, that over $20.4 million is being provided to four municipalities in Perth-Wellington.

Benshaw donation reaches above and beyond for Community Living, in recognition of beloved program member

Heather MacEwen August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – August 15 marked the date of a very important fundraiser for local business, Benshaw.…

Sherry and Scott Dallner host Perth County Plowing Match

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural

ATWOOD - The Perth County Plowing Match was held on Aug. 23 near Atwood. This year’s host farmers were Sherry and Scott Dallner.

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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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Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

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Robinson joins candidates running for council in Brockton

Candidates continue to register for the upcoming municipal election with Christine Robinson filing to run as a councillor in Brockton.

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.

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.

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Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration

Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

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…

Columnists

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

By Cory Bilyea

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration

By Cory Bilyea

Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.

Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

By Submitted

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

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