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Central Perth U21 Rep Predators compete in Silver Stick

Dan McNee December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The Central Perth U21 Predators were in action at the Regional Silver Stick championship in Lucknow on the weekend, playing to a 2-1 round robin record but falling just short of qualifying for the final.

Listowel U11 Rep Cyclones take part in Regional Silver Stick tourney

Dan McNee December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel U11 Reps spent a lot of time at Wingham’s North Huron Wescast Community Complex over the past two weeks, as the squad participated in the 2022-23 Regional Silver Stick tournament.

Cycs split weekend matchups

Dan McNee December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Junior Cyclones opened their December schedule on a high note Friday night at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, outlasting the Caledon Bombers 2-1.

Perth County makes board, committee appointments

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the inaugural Perth County council meeting on Dec. 1, the yearly appointments of the board and committees that council members reside on was decided.

Dog park fundraising gets green light from North Perth council

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Back in September 2021, residents of North Perth came together and started a group to bring an off-leash dog park to the municipality.

Listowel’s Life’s A Party set to close doors in 2023

Midwestern Newspapers December 8, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL – Life’s A Party will officially be closing its doors as of Jan. 1, 2023. The Main Street West bakery, caterer and party supply store in Listowel made the announcement via social media on Dec. 1. Owners Michele and LeAnne Deniet could not be reached for immediate comment, but stated in the

Council approves $170K to replace Atwood Lions Pool filtration system

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The council of the Municipality of North Perth approved the 2023 budget request for the replacement of the Atwood pool filtration system project at its Dec. 5 meeting.

Another kilometre added to winter sidewalk maintenance in North Perth

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

An additional kilometre of sidewalk was added to the total 30-plus kilometres of sidewalks serviced in North Perth.

North Perth council meeting schedule approved for 2023

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The 2023 council meeting schedule was approved by the Municipality of North Perth at its Dec. 5 meeting.

Municipalities, conservation authorities concerned about Bill 23

Cory Bilyea and Melissa Dunphy, Local Journalism Initiative Reporters December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The recent announcement by the Ontario government to introduce Bill 23, despite many municipalities voicing their opposition, has created a backlash from local politicians, CAOs and conservation authorities.

Perth County to send letter regarding CN Rail Drainage Act

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

At the Dec. 1 inaugural meeting of Perth County council, members voted in favour of sending a letter of concern in regards to the CN Rail Drainage Act to the local MP and MPP, and the Minister of Agriculture, as per the request of Coun. Hugh McDermid.

Over $4M in surplus for Avon Maitland District School Board from 2021-22 fiscal year

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A report from the Audit Committee of the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) revealed the board had a surplus of $4,317,936.

Perth County to replace two ambulances

Melissa Dunphy December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

On Dec. 1, Perth County council voted in favour of receiving the updated report “Paramedic Services 2023 Ambulance Vehicle Replacement.”

North Perth Fire Department hosts annual food, toy drive

Dan McNee December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

The North Perth Fire Department was present at the Listowel Canadian Tire, Zehrs and Wal-Mart locations on Dec. 3, collecting toys and food for its annual fundraiser to benefit the Listowel branch of Salvation Army Family Services. Donations will continue to be accepted at the Listowel station on Wa

Residents ‘komt allen tesamen’ on Dec. 3

Dan McNee December 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

Many local residents did indeed ‘komt allen tesamen’ (all come together) for the singing and history of traditional Dutch Christmas carols at the Knox Presbyterian Church in Listowel on Saturday, Dec. 3.

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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…

See all Kincardine area articles.

Pre-transition meeting results in questions

Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.

Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project

Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce seeks new roof repair proposals after no contractors submit bids

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce will seek proposals directly from qualified roofing contractors after receiving no bids for planned repairs at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre and Mildmay Carrick Recreation Centre.

South Bruce reports pool repairs, energy compliance and recreation policy changes

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has received an update on several recreation and facilities matters, including repairs to the Teeswater Culross Community Centre pool.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Pre-transition meeting results in questions

Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.

Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project

Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti

See all Walkerton area articles.

Pre-transition meeting results in questions

Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.

Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project

Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Columnists

Pre-transition meeting results in questions

By Denny Scott

Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.

Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project

By Denny Scott

Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

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