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Council approves physician housing request, despite mayor’s concerns

Kelsey Bent April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - After several lengthy conversations, spanning multiple council meetings, North Perth Council voted to approve a request from the Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) for $50,000 annually to support housing for resident doctors in training.

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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.

North Perth names new streets after veterans in new subdivision west of Listowel

Kelsey Bent April 3, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - The next step in the process of developing Listowel’s west end was just passed, as council approved the names of the planned streets within the new subdivision.

Cory Bilyea photo The Walkerton Capitals U15 Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) team fought to an impressive win in the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League semi-finals over the weekend, downing the Mitchell Meteors 2-1. The squad will now face off against the Tillsonburg Lightning C squad in Sthrathroy on April 5 to fight for the WOGHL championship.

Several Walkerton Girls teams push to WOGHL championships

Denny Scott April 3, 2025Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The U11 B Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) Capitals finished out their undefeated post-season league division run, claiming the league championship against Collingwood over the weekend.

Long-time Habitat for Humanity volunteer received King Charles III Coronation Medal on April 12

Submitted April 3, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Gary Varsava, a long-time volunteer of Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce, was awarded the prestigious King Charles III’s Coronation Medal in recognition of his outstanding volunteer efforts on Wednesday, April 12.

Walkerton turnbacks for April 3, 2025

Submitted April 3, 2025Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

From March 31, 1993: – Libraries took the brunt of Bruce County’s efforts to avoid tax…

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.

SVCA receives funding for forecasting

Submitted April 3, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is pleased to announce a $10,000 donation from the RBC Foundation to enhance its hydrometric network and improve real-time data collection for flood and drought forecasting.

Mural to mark anniversary of Chesley

Submitted April 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A new community-created mural is coming to Chesley in celebration of the community’s 145th anniversary.

Arran-Elderslie establishes Paisley Community Working Group

Submitted April 3, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Arran-Elderslie establishes the Paisley Community Working Group, with the goal to drive economic development in downtown Paisley.

Jubilee Hall welcomes Catherine MacLennan

Submitted April 3, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Catherine MacLennan brings her twenty-plus years experience in the music industry to Victoria Jubilee Hall in Walkerton on April 6.

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.

Bridge closure, affordable housing hurdles top of mind for Peabody

Denny Scott April 3, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bridges and other development are high on Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody’s list of concerns this week.

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.

Council looking into allowing backyard chickens in Howick

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

At its last meeting, council here pulled a presentation from its correspondence building a case for updating the bylaw to allow backyard chickens in Howick Township.

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Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

Howick Hockey Day sees a snowy Saturday face off on the ice

Howick Hockey Day on Jan. 17 saw multiple teams converging on Howick Community Centre for a full…

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2025 Walkerton Herald-Times Year in Review July – Sept

The Walkerton Herald-Times 2025 Year in Review continues this week with a look at local activity from July to September.

David Sleightholm records high score at recent Paisley crokinole session

PAISLEY - With  snowy and slippery roads, 19 people ventured out and had lots of fun playing Crokinole. at the Paisley Legion on Jan. 17.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

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

Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

By Cory Bilyea

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

By Rachel Hammermueller

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

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