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OPP seek information on pickup truck stolen from property on Sideroad 25 N.

Submitted October 30, 2025News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - On Oct. 20, South Bruce OPP received a report that a pickup truck had been stolen from a property on Sideroad 25 North, Brockton.

Council approves North Perth Public Art Implementation Plan

Kelsey Bent October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - The Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, Listowel Library, and Character Square are all locations listed in the newly approved North Perth Public Art Implementation Plan.

Cyclones take one victory, one loss in weekend action

Nicole Beswitherick October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones hosted two games over the weekend at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Are the Salem Witch Trials reoccurring?

Kelsey Bent October 30, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A typical go-to Halloween costume - whether it’s a last-minute decision or a lack of better options - is a witch. It’s not just a classic costume; it’s a statement to the world that the costume-wearer is proud to be a unique individual with differing opinions or skills from societal norms.

Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 30 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers October 30, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Oct. 28, 1987

North Perth seeking public input regarding new water storage for local communities

Kelsey Bent October 30, 2025News

LISTOWEL - The Municipality of North Perth issued a notice on Oct. 23, 2025 announcing the initiation of a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for additional water storage.

Blue Jays fan’s license plates bring back memories of earlier wins

Patrick Raftis October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The Toronto Blue Jays reaching the World Series for the first time in decades has brought back a flood of memories for those who remember the MLB club’s championships in 1992 and 1993.

Whether carved turnips or inflatable plastic pumpkins, Halloween means haunting Jack O’Lanterns

Pauline Kerr October 30, 2025Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

Ooooooh! Ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties, and things that go bump in the night, Good Lord deliver us!

Ghoulishly good fun at the Safety Village

Pauline Kerr October 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village held its Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Staff shortages trending downward at Brucelea Haven

Pauline Kerr October 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Staffing at Bruce County’s long-term care homes continues to be a challenge, as it is right across the province, according to the operations report presented to Bruce County’s Long-Term Care Committee of Management on Oct. 16.

Howick Fire hosts another successful firefighter’s breakfast

Submitted October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

GORRIE - The Howick Firefighters Association hosted a firefighters breakfast at the Howick fire station in Gorrie on Oct. 19.

SVCA board discusses membership for low water response program

Pauline Kerr October 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

FORMOSA - According to the program report presented to the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) board of directors at its Oct. 16 meeting, this area has been in a Level 1 drought due to a shortage of rainfall in August and September.

North Perth Creative Canvases host first annual art show

Kelsey Bent October 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Creative Canvases hosted a fine art show on Oct. 25. This is the first iteration of the annual event. 

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board endorses planning permits for September

Pauline Kerr October 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

FORMOSA - The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors endorsed the issuing of 39 permits by the environmental planning and regulations department between Aug. 25 and Sept. 25 – but not without lengthy discussion.

Business Excellence Awards celebrate meaningful change in North Perth

Submitted October 30, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - Over 140 guests gathered at Parkview Gardens for the annual Business Excellence Awards, hosted by the North Perth Chamber of Commerce.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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Walkerton Rotary Club Lottery Draw winners

Winners of the Jan. 8 Walkerton Rotary Lottery Draw

Brockton’s first Mayor’s Budget comes in at increase of 2.64 per cent to levy

WALKERTON - Brockton council has successfully completed its first Mayor’s Budget, coming in with an increase to the municipal tax levy of roughly 2.64 per cent over last year.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

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

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

By Cory Bilyea

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

By Kelsey Bent

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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