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News

Malayalee community hosts Onam celebration

Patrick Raftis September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

North Perth Malayalee Samaajam (NPMS), hosted an Onam celebration at the Agricultural Hall here on Sept. 7.

Victoria Jubilee Hall announces latest entertainment series

Submitted September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Nothing compares to live performance, and Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) has another great entertainment series set for you to enjoy. 

Council appoints building official

Rachel Hammermueller September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Council here received the Q2 Activity Report reviewing activity by the Building Department at the Sept. 9 meeting. 

Listowel Christian School celebrates 50 years

Rachel Hammermueller September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Listowel Christian School celebrated its 50th anniversary on Sept. 7 with speeches, photo memories, food and fellowship.

The U11 Elma Express wins silver medal in A division finals

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

The U11 Elma Express blue team showed remarkable determination and improvement throughout the year, culminating in a well-deserved silver medal in the A division finals.

Ontario students going back-to-basics with fewer distractions this fall

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner

Province limiting cellphone use in class, banning vaping and rolling out more modernized curriculum

GBPH issues opioid alert following reports of more drug poisonings

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

One fatal and seven non-fatal suspected opioid-related drug poisonings have been reported to Grey Bruce Public Health over seven days, prompting the organization to issue an opioid overdose alert on Sept. 9.

Billy Graham movie nights set for Chesley Sept. 20 and Oct. 18

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Many people will recall the Billy Graham specials which appeared on television for decades.

County replaces paramedic commander vehicle

Kelsey Bent September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

It appears as though Perth County council and staff are trying to catch up with the ever-moving target that is increasing vehicle prices. 

Touch a Truck time in Listowel

Patrick Raftis September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

The North Perth Fire Department and local OPP hosted a Touch a Truck event in Listowel Memorial Park on Sept. 8.

Cyclones set to open GOHL season on the road

Nicole Beswitherick September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Cyclones shown in pre-season action

It’s time to turn off distractions and focus on what is truly important

Submitted September 12, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

Reverend Ernie Naylor

Walkerton card results – September 12

Submitted September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Walkerton Herald-Times

Euchre results from Sept. 4 at the Walkerton Library.

Impaired driver arrested during RIDE program stop

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

A driver is facing an impaired driving charge as a result of an OPP RIDE check, a police report states. 

United Way’s North Perth campaign kick off set for Sept. 13

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

The beginning of September means back to familiar routines for many people, but the change in the calendar also means the return of United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH)’s annual campaign.

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Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

See all Walkerton area articles.

County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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