Brockton’s current bylaw regarding backyard chickens will remain in effect for the time being, as per a council decision at the Sept. 24 meeting.
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Listowel Banner’s Oct. 3, 2024 turnbacks
2014 - A group of local residents have memories for a lifetime after returning from a globe trotting trip to Listowel, Ireland. The trip to Listowel’s twin was organized by the North Perth Chamber of Commerce as part of its 130th anniversary.
Bluewater Recycling Association’s new president a familiar face
Michelle Courtney, the Bluewater Recycling Association’s (BRA) current controller, has been appointed president, effective Nov. 4, 2024.
Lego Days returned to Steve Kerr Memorial Complex
Lego Days returned to Steve Kerr Memorial Complex this past weekend with youngsters aged 6-12 tackling Lego building challenges, set building and Lego robotics. The program is run by Brixtoyz and features over 500 pounds of Lego bricks and 200 Lego sets.
Families travel from Neyaashiiningmiing to join in Truth and Reconciliation at Brockton’s Sunset Vigil
Special guests Miptoon and Theron Solomon and families travelled from Neyaashiiningmiing to join in Truth and Reconciliation Brockton’s Sunset Vigil on Sept. 30.
Bridges to Better Business Networking event offers Bruce County businesses chance to connect
Local entrepreneurs and business owners are invited to Bruce County’s annual Bridges to Better Business networking event. This year the theme is Empowering Your Team for Success: Enhancing the Customer Experience.
LWHA hospitals require masks October 2
Effective Wednesday, Oct. 2 masking is required for healthcare workers, patients, family and caregivers in all clinical areas where patient care is provided in the Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham and District Hospital.
OPP appeal to public for DNA comparison in 57-year-old missing person case
On October 22, 1967, the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), received a missing person's report involving two men that had departed for a fishing excursion from the Port of Goderich and were never seen again.
Morris-Turnberry applying for emergency road sign funding
At their Sept. 17 meeting, council here approved the application for the second round of the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant, for the purposes of procuring Emergency Road Closed Sign trailers.
Mitchell Fall Fair in 1924
Many communities in Perth County hold fall fairs each year.
Cruickshank Park at 360 Josephine St. sees major updates
New infrastructure, florals, and details can be seen at the inner-town park.
Cyclones’ sack the Siskins in shootouts
Coming back from a three point deficit at the end of the first, the Listowel Cyclones sent the Kitchener Waterloo Siskins home one point shy of the win.
The Ranch to host food drive at Food Basics
In response to the growing need for food assistance in our community, 100.1 The Ranch is excited to announce a food drive at Listowel Food Basics on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Two subdivisions discussed for Teeswater
The municipality is poised to continue growth, with two presentations on subdivisions discussed during the Sept. 10 meeting.
Walkerton man faces charges in connection with illegal drug lab
Police have concluded the dismantling of a clandestine drug laboratory in Walkerton.
