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News

Bell Mobility planning to upgrade downtown Listowel cellular tower in December

Kelsey Bent November 29, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Bell Mobility told a group of stakeholders that they are planning upgrades to its cell tower in downtown Listowel, which should improve cell service gaps in the area. However, stakeholders who attended the Nov. 24 meeting pointed out that these upgrades would not fix the areas outside of town with n

Community Living North Perth, Rae meet in Listowel to discuss funding deficiencies

Mike Wilson November 29, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Members of Community Living North Perth (CLNP) believe there is still a big hill to climb in its effort to receive an immediate funding increase from the provincial government.

What’s Happening in Brockton at the Bruce County Public Library

Christa Ferrier November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Can you believe December is here?

The Slocan Ramblers to perform at Victoria Jubilee Hall, Dec. 2

Submitted November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Slocan Ramblers are coming to Victoria Jubilee Hall.

Sing! Show Chorus thrills audience with Christmas show

Pauline Kerr November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

If last year’s Sing! Show Chorus Christmas concert was spectacular – and it was – then this year’s, with more chorus members and another year of experience, was glorious, an extravaganza of sounds of the season.

IN PHOTOS: 2023 Mildmay Hanging of the Green

Pauline Kerr November 29, 2023Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A market showcasing local merchants, visits with Santa, entertainment, food, fires to warm cold hands, and a fabulous Santa Claus parade – Mildmay’s Hanging of the Green celebrated the season in style on Friday, Nov. 24. This year’s parade included plenty of sparkling lights, family floats and the h

Local students learn to curl

Pauline Kerr November 29, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Golf and Curling Club is introducing the next generation to “the roaring game” of curling. This group of students is from Mary Immaculate School in Chepstow.

U13 LL #1 Capitals, Minto play to scoreless draw

Mike Wilson November 29, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals U13 LL #1 squad travelled to Palmerston on Nov. 21 to take on the Minto Mad Dogs in WOAA hockey action. The back-and-forth affair saw plenty of opportunities for both teams to score, however the goalies for both teams had other plans, with the two teams playing to a scoreless

Thundercats need OT to beat Outlaws

Mike Wilson November 29, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Durham Thundercats were able to erase a 2-0 deficit, but needed overtime to claim a 3-2 win over the Erin Outlaws on Sunday afternoon.

Capitals add more depth at forward

Mike Wilson November 29, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

Walkerton Capitals General Manager Jordan Turcotte is certainly keeping busy, completing another roster move last week to bolster the forward corps.

Caps fall to Whalers at home, double up Flyers on road

Dan McNee November 29, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals continue to play steady hockey through the first half of the 2023-24 PJHL regular season, picking up two more points last weekend to close out their November schedule.

GBPH sharing strategies, resources to mark Fall Prevention Month

Midwestern Newspapers November 29, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Falls can happen to anyone, at any age, and can significantly affect both the physical and mental health of individuals, potentially leading to life-altering consequences.

‘This program should be given a go again’

Mike Wilson November 29, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council have given staff the go ahead to target a September 2024 launch date for a before- and after-school program at Immaculate Conception School in Formosa.

Report: Hunger is becoming the new normal as Ontarians struggle

Submitted November 29, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A new report by Feed Ontario reveals that food banks are experiencing the largest increase in visits on record, more than double the increase seen following the 2008 recession. The report points to insufficient social support programs, lack of quality employment, and unaffordable housing as the driv

Brockton council learns about the wealth of information and material available at the local library

Pauline Kerr November 29, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brooke McLean, Bruce County Public Library director, and Christa Ferrier, Walkerton branch supervisor, made a presentation to Brockton council during the Nov. 14 meeting.

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Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings

HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.

New business Cornerstone Thrift celebrates successful opening in former Spinrite outlet store

LISTOWEL – Cornerstone Thrift welcomed their first customers the morning of Dec. 2. At 10 a.m.,…

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Chepstow card results

CHEPSTOW - The Young at Heart Euchre and Solo Scores at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall for Monday December 22.

Walkerton Rotary donations

The Rotary Club of Walkerton recently made donations to a variety of local organizations. Clockwise from top left: The club very pleased to support the Walkerton District Community School’s Breakfast Program.

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Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

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

Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

By Cory Bilyea

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

Huron-Bruce municipalities receive OCIF allocations

By Submitted

The Ontario government has announced a total of $21,185,778 in funding for infrastructure in Huron-Bruce. 

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