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News

Nuclear Innovation Institute names Jessica Linthorne as interim CEO

Submitted March 28, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) is pleased to announce that Jessica Linthorne has been appointed interim CEO.

1945 Easter ‘parade’ brings out spring fashions

Betty Jo Belton March 28, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

With the end of the Second World War expected soon, local newspapers described how area churches were “overflowing” for Easter services in April 1945. 

Fool me once, shame on you…

Pauline Kerr March 28, 2024Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

It is becoming increasingly difficult to figure out what is real and what is fake.

Growing anxiety about the direction of our country

Frank Stronach March 28, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

If you’re looking for warning signs about the state of our economy, there were all kinds these past few weeks. 

OPP say southern Bruce County residents scammed out of $162K by mid-March

Submitted March 28, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

March is Fraud Prevention Month, and the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is asking residents to be mindful of the cons and scams that are attempted every day. 

U9 Predators bring home gold

Submitted March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

It was gold for the Central Perth U9 Predators at the year-end Meltdown Tournament in Mount Forest on March 24.

Huron County council approves purchase of new ambulances

Cory Bilyea March 28, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Director of Emergency Services, Jeff Horseman, presented a report to county council on March 20 requesting approval to buy two new ambulances using sole-source purchasing.

WDCS boys’ win Invitational Basketball Tournament

Submitted March 28, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton District Community School elementary boys’ basketball team won the WDCS Invitational Basketball Tournament recently, beating Kincardine 27-20 in the final with important contributions by all 13 players.

Eastdale addition on schedule, slated to open September 2024

Melissa Dunphy March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Listowel’s Eastdale Public School is getting ready for increased capacity coming in the next school year. 

Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition presents overview, asks county to join as Regional Collaborative Partner

Cory Bilyea March 28, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

The newly-appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer from the Nuclear Innovation Institute, Jessica Linthorne, spoke to Huron County councillors on March 20 during the regular council meeting to provide an overview of the Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC), which she is co-chair of.

Council seeking more information about allowing ATVs on NP trail

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council directed staff to present further information regarding allowing ATVs to use a section of the North Perth trail between Listowel and Atwood at a future council meeting. 

2023 North Perth building department deficit totals $830K

Kelsey Bent March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, News

North Perth’s incoming Chief Building Official (CBO), Sally McMullen, delivered some tough numbers for council to digest at the March 18 meeting. 

Huron County enters into extended payment agreement with province

Cory Bilyea March 28, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON COUNTY—The Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) has extended the Community Paramedicine…

Jamie Warren played some toe-tapping tunes at the Listowel Legion

Cory Bilyea March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Jamie Warren played some toe-tapping tunes at the Listowel Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 on Sunday, March 24 during his afternoon matinee show.

March 28th turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers March 28, 2024Listowel Banner, Opinion

2014 – The long winter was stretching the Perth County roads maintenance budget thin.

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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. 

See all Listowel area articles.

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 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…

Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers

At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.

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

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.

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

By Rachel Hammermueller

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. 

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

By Submitted

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

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