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Perth County Kennel Club’s first dog show in 1946

Jennifer Georgiou August 22, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

On Wednesday Dec. 4, 1946, the Perth County Kennel Club held its first ever dog show in Stratford.…

Listowel Banner Turnbacks: Aug. 22, 2024

Midwestern Newspapers August 22, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

TEN YEARS AGO 2014 – Listowel native, Corey Conners, was extended an invite to 2015 Masters and…

Karen Burnett retires from Heartland after over 47 years at local animal hospital

Nicole Beswitherick August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - After working tirelessly as a receptionist for Heartland Animal Hospital in Listowel for over 47 years, Karen Burnett has decided to retire.

North Perth Summer Camps hold 2nd annual police academy at LDSS

Nicole Beswitherick August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

LISTOWEL - North Perth Summer Camps held its second annual police academy themed week at Listowel District Secondary School.

Howick Township looking for public interest in 170th homecoming

Nicole Beswitherick August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here held a delegation at its most recent meeting the evening of Aug. 13 to discuss Howick’s 170th homecoming.

North Perth to repave parking lots at three fire stations

Kelsey Bent August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, News

NORTH PERTH - Council awarded a tender to pave the parking lots at all three municipal fire stations.

One person charged after early morning assault with weapon in Listowel

Submitted August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Police

LISTOWEL – On Aug. 10, 2024, Perth County OPP began investigating an assault that took place in…

Howick Council receives criticism from local agriculture federation on recent farm severance approval

Nicole Beswitherick August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HCFA recently sent a letter to Howick Council, disagreeing with an already approved severance.

Public Health reminding public to be careful with food

Cory Bilyea August 22, 2024Food, Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reminding people to be careful with food during the summer months.

North Perth approves Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan

Kelsey Bent August 22, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council unanimously approved the North Perth Attainable Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) at its Aug. 12 meeting.

Municipality of North Perth granted funds for new Innovation and Business Centre

Kelsey Bent August 22, 2024Business, Listowel Banner, News

North Perth was successful in a funding application for the creation of the North Perth Innovation and Business Centre, proposed to be located at the recently-acquired municipal building in downtown Listowel.

Monster Trucks All Out make appearance at the Listowel Fairgrounds

Nicole Beswitherick August 22, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

Monster Trucks All Out made an appearance at the Listowel Fairgrounds this past Saturday, despite the mud and rain, with the grandstands full of action fans of all ages.

Kids heading back to school have everything but road safety on their minds

Pauline Kerr August 22, 2024Columns, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

The countdown is on! What seemed like an endless summer ahead only yesterday, has dwindled to mere days before school resumes.

Play Music on the Porch event comes to Brockton Aug. 31

Pauline Kerr August 22, 2024Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Play Music on the Porch Day is Aug. 31, and Brockton’s Greg McLean is inviting everyone to join him, co-organizer Pat McNinch, and others at Market Garden Park – or their own porch – to celebrate.

Pigstock a great success with 88 teams registered

Pauline Kerr August 22, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

What a weekend! Pigstock – the Dirt Pigs’ invitational slo-pitch tournament ran Aug. 15-18, and despite some weather-related challenges, was a tremendous success.

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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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North Perth residents to perform in ‘White Christmas – The Musical’

HARRISTON – Several North Perth residents, including a father-daughter duo, will be part of the cast of an upcoming holiday-themed stage musical here.

Howick holds Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich

FORDWICH – The Township of Howick and the Brussels Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218) held a Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich on the afternoon of Nov. 8.

See all Listowel area articles.

New teachers paired with experienced mentors

CHESLEY – New teachers joining the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) are being matched with experienced colleagues in similar teaching roles as part of a program designed to support their first years in the classroom.

Bluewater board works to fill supply staff gaps

CHESLEY – The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) hired 308 supply employees in 2025-26, increasing its supply workforce by 43 as it continues efforts to recruit and retain staff.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Knights of Columbus serve monthly breakfast

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Knights of Columbus’ monthly breakfast was held Sunday, Nov. 8.

Veterans Dine at the Walkerton Legion

WALKERTON - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 Walkerton hosted its annual Veterans’ Dinner on Nov. 7.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Howick holds Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich

FORDWICH – The Township of Howick and the Brussels Legion (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 218) held a Remembrance Day ceremony in Fordwich on the afternoon of Nov. 8.

Blyth Art Gallery to host holiday community art show

The show includes works of local artists of all experience levels.

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

Knights of Columbus serve monthly breakfast

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Knights of Columbus’ monthly breakfast was held Sunday, Nov. 8.

Veterans Dine at the Walkerton Legion

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 Walkerton hosted its annual Veterans’ Dinner on Nov. 7.

Sawmill expansion continues toward 2027 opening

By Emily Bowen

MILDMAY – Construction continues on the 30,000-square-foot expansion at Bernie McGlynn Lumber Ltd., with workers focused on the building’s roof as the project moves toward an expected opening in early 2027.

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