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New build proposed on Rocher Road

Melissa Dunphy June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

A proposed industrial subdivision could be coming to Listowel’s south end, as an application for an industrial plan of subdivision is being submitted to Perth County.

IN PHOTOS: F.E. Madill hosts regional elementary school track and field meet

Dan McNee June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The regional elementary school track and field finals were held at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham on June 7, with student-athletes from throughout the region vying for those coveted red, blue and white ribbons.

Madill discus athletes compete at OFSAA championships

Midwestern Newspapers June 14, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Following success at the WOSSAA regional track and field championships in late May, two F.E. Madill student-athletes earned spots at the provincial finals last weekend.

Conners ties for 20th at RBC Canadian Open in Toronto

Dan McNee June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

Both Corey Conners and Nick Taylor were firmly in the running throughout the weekend to break a 69-year drought for a Canadian player to win the RBC Canadian Open at the Oakdale Golf and Country Club.

Sacred Heart Teeswater student smashed 40-yearo-old shot put record

Submitted June 14, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

A four-decade-old track and field record at Sacred Heart Teeswater has been broken. Luke McDonald etched his name in the school’s history books last week with a record-setting throw in the intermediate boys shot put competition. His throw of 10.47 metres bested the previous record of 10.10 metres, w

Splash pad, playground officially open in Gorrie

Mike Wilson June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The greyish skies over Gorrie did not darken the mood on Friday morning, as township staff and local dignitaries gathered to celebrate the official opening of the new splash pad and playground at the Howick Optimist Pool.

Madill rugby squads come up short at provincial championships

Mike Wilson June 14, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

F.E. Madill Secondary School was well-represented at the provincial rugby championships in Belleville last week, with the varsity girls, junior boys and senior boys all taking part.

SON Water Walk 2023 planning underway

Cory Bilyea June 14, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The weight of several decisions to be made by Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) members regarding proposed projects to be situated on the territory of the Original People in this area has prompted a call from the joint council of Nawash and Saugeen for a special Water Walk by their members.

Huron County warden opens meeting with words of Pride

Cory Bilyea June 14, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Warden Glen McNeil opened the regular Huron County council meeting on June 7 with a heartfelt speech directed at the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, sending a message of love and inclusion.

Huron County Pride holds inaugural Pride Festival in Goderich

Cory Bilyea June 14, 2023News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County Pride held its first annual Pride Festival on June 10 in Court House Square in Goderich.

Community holds fundraising BBQ for Gorrie family

Melissa Dunphy June 14, 2023Local News, Wingham Advance Times

A fundraising barbecue was held at the Howick Community Centre on June 10 for Stan Beckner and Sabrina Burnett, who recently lost their home to a fire on June 3. The event was hosted by the families of Burnett and Beckner. The family was thankful and awed by the community support they received durin

New road crossing to be determined in Fordwich development

Melissa Dunphy June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

During the June 6 meeting, Howick council discussed an amendment to standard road crossing for Fordwich development. The report was presented by the township’s Operations Manager, Dean Nicholson.

Site plan control bylaw amendment in Howick

Melissa Dunphy June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At their June 6 meeting, the council from Howick Township received a report recommending amendments to the site plan control bylaw due to impacts from Bill 23 and Bill 109. This was updated to due these recent provincial legislative changes that affect municipalities across Ontario.

Bluevale tractor pull, corn hole tournament well attended

Melissa Dunphy June 14, 2023Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Bluevale Community Committee held a Garden Tractor and ATV pull on June 10 at 1 p.m at the Bluevale Ball Park. Money raised from the event went towards the 170th Bluevale Homecoming.

Huron-Perth realtors report second-best May on record

Midwestern Newspapers June 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The housing market showed no signs of cooling off last month, as the Huron Perth Association of REALTORS (HPAR) are reporting its second-best May on record.

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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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