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Board of Health looking into possibility of first-aid course for youth

Nicole Beswitherick October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

STRATFORD - At its Sept. 12 meeting, the Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health discussed the idea of a new CPR training course targeted for youth.

Heritage homes and inhabitants part 2

Jessica Carter October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

This month’s home snapshots take a look at two Hay family homes. The first home is currently…

Elma Agricultural Fair ‘one of the best in the district’

Cindy J. Sinko October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Fall fair season is upon us once again, bringing with it the sights, sounds, and tastes that remind us of harvest time and rural community spirit.

Arrest made in multi-county thefts; persons-of-interest in church break and enter

Submitted October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

PERTH COUNTY - Police have arrested one individual following multiple property crimes in Perth, Huron, Wellington, Oxford, Stratford and Waterloo Region.

Juried art show, sale coming to Listowel Oct. 25

Submitted October 2, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Creative Canvases Juried Fine Art Show & Sale is coming to Steve Kerr Memorial Complex Oct. 25, from 10-4 p.m.

Howick Council discusses Mayne Corners, premier’s comments on speed radar

Nicole Beswitherick October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - During unfinished business at council here’s Sept. 9 meeting, Deputy Reeve Megan Gibson had asked Reeve Doug Harding if there was an update from Huron County Council on Mayne Corners.

Cyclones fall short against Sailors, Nationals

Nicole Beswitherick October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones travelled to Port Colborne on Friday, Sept. 26 to take on the Port Colborne Sailors at the Vale Centre.

Canada Post workers walk off the job in response to planned changes

Midwestern Newspapers October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

MIDWESTERN ONTARIO - Workers are on the picket lines across Midwestern Ontario, after mail delivery was halted as a result of a nation-wide strike by postal workers.

United Way’s Youth in Action Grants offer chance for youth to impact communities

Submitted October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

STRATFORD - The application period for United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Youth in Action Grants is now open for 14- to 24-year-olds who want to address pressing issues among youth in Perth and/or Huron County.

Christ calls us to be peacemakers

Rev. Michael Mayer October 2, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, in recent weeks we have once again seen violence erupt in our…

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Columnists

Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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