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Drowsy driver deemed as cause of collision

Midwestern Newspapers March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

One person was charged after a collision in North Perth resulted in non-life-threatening injuries.

Long, short-term solutions needed for affordable housing issue facing North Perth

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

North Perth is not the only municipality facing a current and future problem in affordable housing, but its exponential growth recently is exasperating the issue. As Kim Kowch, economic development officer for North Perth said, the municipality has grown much more than expected.

Call me crazy – I still believe!

Melanie Koch Nichol March 30, 2022Columns

I know we live in a society that looks at the Bible as just a bunch of old, irrelevant and sometimes even made-up stories. 

Fifty Archives Treasures: The historical bounty of tax records

Ellen Thomas March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

This is the 11th of the continuing series of articles celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Stratford-Perth Archives and its treasures. This week’s treasure is believed to be the oldest municipal government record in the Archives’ collections.

AMDSB looking for public’s opinion on proposed changes to school boundaries

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Avon Maitland District School Board is looking at its schools’ borders and they want your input.

Mike Givens makes the move to Perth East

Midwestern Newspapers March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Township of Perth East has its new Chief Administrative Officer.

Corey Conners takes third at WGC Match Play

Midwestern Newspapers March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Corey Conners kept up his solid play of late on the PGA Tour, finishing third at the World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play on March 27 in Austin, Texas.

Listowel Memorial Hospital COVID outbreak declared over

Midwestern Newspapers March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The COVID-19 outbreak initially announced at Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) on March 12 has been declared over.

Kinsmen announce winner of $25K Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery

Submitted March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

Paddyfest 2022 Pot O’ Gold Lottery grand prize winners Jim and Mary Murr were recently presented with their $25,000 in winnings. Also pictured is their daughter, Jenn O’Grady, who sold them the winning ticket, and Paddyfest lottery co-chair, Matt Hutchison.

VON looks to bolster Meals on Wheels volunteer numbers

Dan McNee March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

There’s little question that the senior population felt the most effects of the COVID-19 pandemic over the last two years. Aspects of social isolation and food insecurity were and continue to be top of mind.

North Perth sticking to ‘tried and true’ voting methods

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

As North Perth’s next election is around the corner, the municipality has looked into changing voting methods. Despite most residents listing online voting as their preferred method, the municipality is opting to stick with pen, paper, and vote tabulators.

Opportunity knocks

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter March 30, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

Brothers Christian and Sebastian Giesbrecht enjoyed the unexpected return to winter at the Listowel Memorial Park amphitheatre on March 28. It may be the last snow for a while in the area, with warmer weather forecasted on the horizon.

Housing, war in Ukraine are both agricultural issues

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

The definition of what’s an agricultural issue got a lot broader during the March 24 Politicians’ Meeting, organized and sponsored by the Bruce County and Grey County federations of agriculture.

Walkerton Capitals U9 boys rep team wins Plattsville tournament

Submitted March 30, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals U9 rep team won the gold medal at the 51st annual Plattsville Little Brave Tournament during March Break. Team members include Carter Wilkins, Darcy McIntosh, Jase Richardson, Reid Fell, Chase Yahbee, Cohen Dupuis, Asher Kuntz, Blake Thompson, Boyd Murray, Jack Wilhelm, Greyso

Walkerton Capitals U18 boys rep team wins WOAA championship

Submitted March 30, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals U18 rep team defeated the South Bruce Blades in four games to win the WOAA Gregg Division Championship on March 24. The team will now be participating in the OMHA Championships April 8-10 in Barrie. Walkerton Minor Hockey has three teams competing in the OMHA Championships thi

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Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

Howick Hockey Day sees a snowy Saturday face off on the ice

Howick Hockey Day on Jan. 17 saw multiple teams converging on Howick Community Centre for a full…

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2025 Walkerton Herald-Times Year in Review July – Sept

The Walkerton Herald-Times 2025 Year in Review continues this week with a look at local activity from July to September.

David Sleightholm records high score at recent Paisley crokinole session

PAISLEY - With  snowy and slippery roads, 19 people ventured out and had lots of fun playing Crokinole. at the Paisley Legion on Jan. 17.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

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

Increase in construction value in Morris-Turnberry

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its meeting Jan. 13, council here received two reports from Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston outlining the year in construction. 

‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot

By Cory Bilyea

What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.

Perth County OPP board discusses severe weather impacts on collisions; violent and property crime down locally

By Rachel Hammermueller

Unsurprisingly, weather was a factor in both data and conversation at the Perth County OPP Board meeting Jan. 13, the first one of the new year. 

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