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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas …

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The halls are decked out, candy canes are everywhere, and the Elmwood kids had the opportunity to tell Santa and Mrs. Claus what they want for Christmas, and enjoy treats and hot chocolate, at the annual Tree Lighting Nov. 30.

Walkerton Santa Claus parade lights up main street

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Santa Claus Parade Saturday night, Nov. 29 had everything...

Council approves new agreement with GrantMatch

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - The matter of the GrantMatch agreement returned to council at the Nov. 25 meeting, and this time, the proposal was approved.

Community centre roof contract awarded

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Brockton council has awarded the contract for the Cargill community centre roof to H. Bye Construction Ltd., and has selected option two regarding the scope of the project.

Business park rezoning, Cargill development ‘excellent news’ for Brockton: Peabody

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Two public meetings held as required under the Planning Act at the Nov. 25 Brockton council meeting are what Mayor Chris Peabody described as “excellent news” for the community.

Mayor urges citizens to rebuild village and ‘Bring back the porch light’

Todd Kasenberg December 4, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

If you walk through town on a weeknight, you might notice something odd. The streets are largely…

How to make a mince meat pie the ‘olden days’ way

Betty Jo Belton December 4, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

This postcard from the collections at Stratford-Perth Archives was originally sent to John Hayes in…

Hinsperger/Chisholm team tops at euchre

Submitted December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Seniors euchre at the Walkerton Library on Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Bruce County tackles growing problem of homeless encampments

Pauline Kerr December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - The issue of homelessness and encampments received extensive discussion during 2026 budget deliberations during the Nov. 30 meeting of council.

WDCS hosts Holiday Vendor Fair

Emily Bowen December 4, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The cafeteria at the Walkerton District Community School was packed with stalls for the Nov. 29 Holiday Vendor Fair, where local artisans offered crafts, food, jewelry, home decor and much more for sale.

North Perth to share concerns about conservation authorities consolidation

Kelsey Bent December 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council reviewed a letter from the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) which shared a policy proposal of new boundaries for the consolidation local conservation authorities into regional conservation authorities.

Howick landfill operation to be moved to west side of property

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

HOWICK - The landfill operations and receiving location here will be changing to the west side of the driveway from the east side.

Gowanstown wedding barn prohibited use due to building code violations

Kelsey Bent December 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Owners of a converted bank barn have received an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) due to outstanding building permits and zoning amendments.

Perth County presents proposed changes to forest conservation bylaw, delegates ask that windbreaks not be included

Kelsey Bent December 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL – North Perth Council was presented proposed changes to the Perth County Forest…

Juno Award winner Aysanabee bringing acclaimed The Way We’re Born tour to Walkerton’s Victoria Jubilee Hall

Cory Bilyea December 4, 2025Music, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Two-time Juno award-winning Oji-Cree musician Aysanabee (Ace-in-abbey) is bringing his acclaimed The Way Were Born tour to Walkerton on Dec. 6 for a one-night-only show at Victoria Jubilee Hall.

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OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

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Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Food Bank donation from Batte Meats

150 nutritious and delicious meat pies to the Walkerton Food Bank.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham man wins $100,000 top-prize with OLG Instant ticket

Joyce George, a construction worker from Wingham won a $100,000 prize in Instant Snowflake Multiplier. The winning ticket was purchased at Wingham Minimart on Josephine Street.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Columnists

Avian flu outbreak on North Perth farm

By Kelsey Bent

LISTOWEL - A total of 56,000 turkeys at a North Perth poultry farm will be "humanely depopulated" due to the detection of an outbreak of avian flu.

Wingham man wins $100,000 top-prize with OLG Instant ticket

By Submitted

Joyce George, a construction worker from Wingham won a $100,000 prize in Instant Snowflake Multiplier. The winning ticket was purchased at Wingham Minimart on Josephine Street.

OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

By Rachel Hammermueller

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

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