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Gowanstown wedding barn owner requests tent permit extension, legal action a possibility

Kelsey Bent July 2, 2026News

LISTOWEL - The owner of a converted bank barn – which was placed under an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) last November – is now seeking a tent permit extension to keep his business going and until he can afford to bring the structure i

Turning Corners rounding the edges of rock and roll; mixes nostalgic hits with contemporary sound

Heather MacEwen July 2, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music

“The crowd can probably expect a bit of a vintage look and vintage sound. We strive to recreate that sound on stage from the musicians that we most admire throughout those golden years of music.” -Graeme Beaton

North Perth Council approves details in Community Living’s build plan

Kelsey Bent July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council got its first look at Community Living North Perth’s new build, and gave its first approval.

Perth County projects minimum 7.98% hike to budget in 2027

Kelsey Bent July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - Perth County Council had its first glimpse at the 2027 budget on June 18.

Rippers win both games in double header against Tigers

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The HCFL Wroxeter/Wingham Rippers went up against the Brussels Tigers in a double header in Wingham on June 28. The Rippers claimed an 12-0 win followed by a 20-0 win.

Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its Car, Motorcycle and Plane Show on June 27

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its Car, Motorcycle and Plane Show on June 27 at the Wingham Airport.

Maitland River Community Church hosts Family Fun Day

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Maitland River Community Church in Wingham hosted a Family Fun Day event on June 27 in its parking lot area.

Wingham Sportsmen Association celebrate 70th anniversary

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Wingham Sportsmen Association celebrated its 70th anniversary on June 26.

Senior Legionnaires win 16-1 over Port Elgin

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Senior Legionnaires were back at the John Bell Diamond in Listowel on June 26 to take on the Port Elgin White Sox.

Red Top Berries hosts annual Summer Kick-Off event

Nicole Beswitherick July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

NORTH PERTH – Red Top Berries held its annual Summer Kick-Off event on June 27, drawing families in to pick their own strawberries.

Queen Elizabeth II visits Perth County

Submitted July 2, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, Pieces of the Past, Rural

It was during this week, 29 years ago, that communities across Perth County were gripped by “Royal Mania” when Queen Elizabeth II visited during an official Royal Tour of Canada.

Perth County OPP lay 66 stop sign-related charges in one week

Submitted July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

OPP across the region continue to focus on stop sign and complete stop education and safety. 

Provincial soccer quarter final in Listowel this weekend

Submitted July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

The Huron Perth United U18 Boys club will take to the field this weekend as part of the Ontario Cup Quarter Finals at Spinrite Field. 

Hospital gala raises $550,000

Submitted July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Foundation officials offered “a heartfelt thank you” to everyone who supported this year’s gala. 

Municipalities support 10-year community wellbeing plan; addressing gender-based violence a priority for Perth County

Rachel Hammermueller July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Priority pillars locally are identified as housing and homelessness, gender-based violence and mental health and addiction.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

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2026 International Plowing Match media day

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Columnists

Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

By Submitted

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

By Rachel Hammermueller

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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