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Council approves Character Run route despite councillor concerns

Kelsey Bent March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

Council received a request from the North Perth Community of Character to close a portion of Binning Street West, and Road 160 from Highway 86 to Line 87, for the 14th annual Character Run on May 29. 

Liberals in Perth-Wellington acclaim David Mackey as federal candidate

Submitted March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

The Perth Wellington Federal Liberals announced via a release that David Mackey was selected as their candidate for the next federal election. 

Paddyfest at Parkview Gardens hosts CCR tribute band

Rachel Hammermueller March 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Locals packed the venue as part of the Paddyfest festivities.

Spring thaw causes flooding issues in Walkerton and area

Pauline Kerr March 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

School buses and anyone returning to work after March Break had a challenging time getting into Walkerton on March 17. 

Atwood area sugar bush among the sites for activities on annual Maple Weekend

Submitted March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

A local producer is among the participants in the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association’s  (OMSPA) Maple Weekend.

History shows annexing Canada doomed enterprise

Submitted March 20, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

You’ve heard of President Trump calling for annexing Canada as the 51 st state. As a historian, I can tell you that any such attempt is doomed to failure. Over and over, Canadians have driven off American invaders.

North Perth school boundary review seeking feedback

Kelsey Bent March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

A boundary review of local elementary schools has been conducted, and the associated committee is seeking public feedback. 

Kin Cares Youth Group holds Paddyfest event for third year in a row

Submitted March 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

On March 10, ten pairs of Grade 5-9 students participated in a fun Cornhole tournament. 

North Perth Introduces Youth Impact Award with annual Citizen of the Year, Inspiration Awards

Submitted March 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News

North Perth has announced the launch of the Youth Impact Award, an initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our young citizens. 

Conners qualifies for Open Championship

Submitted March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

On the opening weekend of Listowel’s 2025 Paddyfest Celebration, Listowel’s hometown golf star…

Brockton mayor comments on flooding situation

Pauline Kerr March 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Like most other area residents, Mayor Chris Peabody has been keeping an eye on the water levels in Saugeen River, commenting Tuesday that it didn’t appear to have gone down yet.

Spruce the Bruce provides 66 grants

Pauline Kerr March 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jeff Loney, economic development manager, reported to Bruce County Council that the Spruce the Bruce program “saw a widespread uptake of grants” in 2024, from all eight of the municipalities in Bruce County.

County council to get update on new Official Plan

Pauline Kerr March 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

The agenda for Thursday’s meeting of Bruce County Council includes an update on the new Official Plan (OP).

North Perth to investigate share the road signs, education campaign to promote safety

Kelsey Bent March 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Although last summer council decided not to allow ATVs on municipal trails, staff were asked to investigate the installation of share the road signs on municipal roads which do allow the off-road vehicles. 

North Perth Public Library’s annual poetry contest and upcoming poetry evening

Submitted March 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The North Perth Public Library is hosting its annual poetry contest and accepting submissions until March 28.

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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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