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Ironmen fall short in home opener

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Despite outshooting their competitors in both games last weekend, the Wingham Ironmen could not secure a win in their first weekend at home in PJHL Pollock Division action.

Listowel Minor Baseball Association – 2022 Awards Banquet

Submitted September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Minor Baseball Association held its annual awards banquet at Parkview Gardens on Sept. 23, honouring its top players from each team for the recent summer campaign.

Listowel Squash Courts seeking women’s league members for new season

Dan McNee September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

There’s still time for local female squash enthusiasts to sign up for a new women’s league being assembled at the Listowel Squash Courts.

Maitland Conservation, OPP offer tips to prevent trespassing ATVs within Howick Township

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Complaints of ATV noise and trespassing on private property in Howick Township from over a year ago are still being dealt with.

Howick Township to join Perth-Wellington riding in proposed federal electoral map

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Ontario has proposed a new electoral map for consideration that would remove Howick Township from the federal riding of Huron-Bruce and place them within the riding of Perth-Wellington.

IN PHOTOS: Milverton Fire Department’s 100th anniversary

Melissa Dunphy September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Milverton firefighters celebrated the station’s 100th anniversary on Sept. 24. The day consisted of a variety of events, from an anniversary parade and banquet to the Perth County Mutual Aid Water Games.

Regional prices continue to be strong despite fewer homes being sold

Mike Wilson September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Those looking to buy a home in North Perth now have plenty of options to choose from, however they will still pay a hefty price to do so.

Area adults 18+ can now receive bivalent booster at HPPH clinics

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

As of Sept. 26, all individuals aged 18 and over can receive the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster at Huron Perth Public Health clinics.

St. Mary’s Catholic School holds Terry Fox Run

Dan McNee September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

St. Mary’s Catholic School in Listowel held its annual Terry Fox Run on Friday, Sept. 23. The school set out to raise $1,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation, ultimately topping that objective by bringing in $1,200.

North Perth Fire Department holding fundraising road toll Oct. 7

Melissa Dunphy September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

The Listowel station of the North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) will be hosting its annual road toll for Muscular Dystrophy (MD) on Oct. 7.

North Perth all-candidates meeting goes Oct. 6

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, Municipal Election 2022

Constituents will have the opportunity to hear from those hoping to represent them as their next North Perth municipal council in an all-candidates meeting scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 6 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.

New U hosting Listowel Run for Health, Oct. 15

Dan McNee September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

Those looking to get some exercise in the clear autumn air while contributing to a terrific cause should take note of the Listowel Run for Health on Saturday, Oct. 15.

Fifty Archives Treasures: History behind James Reaney’s ALPHABET magazine

Betty Jo Belton September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In September 1960, ALPHABET magazine announced itself as “A Semiannual Devoted to the Iconography of the Imagination.”

Robots efficient, but lack charisma

Mike Wilson September 28, 2022Columns

It was a tough week for Corey Conners.

Turnbacks – Listowel Banner

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

Ten Years Ago 2012 – The debate over whether to keep the Listowel Memorial Park dam in place…

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Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

See all Walkerton area articles.

County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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