The Listowel Banner spoke with the Listowel 150th Anniversary Committee Chairman John Verwey, and Opening Ceremony Chair Vince Judge, to discuss the upcoming events and how the celebration came together.
News
Council unanimously votes to begin expropriation process for trail connectivity to Gowanstown
LISTOWEL - North Perth Council agreed to follow a staff recommendation to begin the process to expropriate property to connect the North Perth Trail to Gowanstown.
Real-time water monitoring data will soon be available
FORMOSA - Imagine the benefits if municipal staff were able to monitor spring flooding as it happened. New technology through Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority has made this reality.
Maitland Conservation unveils major erosion management strategy for Great Lakes region
GODERICH - In a groundbreaking initiative along Lake Huron’s shoreline, scientists and local authorities have unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat coastal erosion and climate change impacts, revealing that nearly $2 billion in property and infrastructure are at risk.
Saugeen Hospice garden shed raffle winners
There are two lucky garden shed raffle winners in a Saugeen Hospice fundraising draw: Denise Fischer of Hanover and Linda Wall of Holyrood.
Paisley Legion’s donation brings original Indigenous art to library
PAISLEY - The Bruce County Public Library has unveiled an original piece of Indigenous art at its Paisley branch, thanks to the support of the Paisley Branch 295, Royal Canadian Legion.
Country stars join the celebration at Hayloft Music Festival
LISTOWEL - This community will have an outdoor, summertime, country music festival to call its own in 2025.
North Huron calls for resources for mandatory safety plan
WINGHAM - North Huron Council is calling for provincial funding for a mandatory community safety program, arguing that the provincial government’s directive comes with no financial support.
Listowel Agricultural Fair weekend a success
The 169th Listowel Agricultural Fair ran from July 17 to 20.
Ripley Reunion to take place July 31 to August 4 celebrating ‘The Ground We Grew Up On’
RIPLEY - From far and wide to one small town, the Ripley Reunion returns this August long weekend. Running from Thursday, July 31 to Monday, August 4, 2025, the Ripley Reunion is four days packed full of fun and community spirit.
Bruce County Beef Farmers unveil new mascot at annual barbecue
CHELSEY - The Bruce County Beef Farmers organization unveiled its new mascot Big Bruce during its 54th annual beef barbecue on Saturday.
Nine new charges from violent outburst in police cruiser
WEST GREY - A man being transported to Hanover hospital for assessment now faces nine new charges, after he became violent in the police cruiser.
Walkerton Senior cards
WALKERTON - Euchre was very competitive at the Walkerton Library on Wednesday, July 16.
Ride for Dad a roaring success
WINGHAM - The Maitland Valley Ride for Dad was held on Sat. July 19, leaving from the Wingham Legion at 9:30 a.m. with a spectacular showing of motorcycles heading out of town on Josephine Street.
U15 provincial tourney held in Chepstow
CHEPSTOW - The U-15 Provincial Women’s Softball action finished up Sunday, July 20 at the Chepstow Lion’s Park with Saugeen Shores Sting taking the gold medal in the finals.
