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Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee hosts foam party for local youth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee held a foam party for local youth on Aug. 24. Organizers said…

North Huron renews lease for complex concession booth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Business, Food, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron Council approved a request from the Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss to renew the lease for the OMG Twisted Fries concession booth to operate for the 2025/26 ice season.

North Perth receives $5.4 million for housing infrastructure

Rachel Hammermueller August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced on Aug. 22 during a press conference outside the doors of the North Perth Municipal Office, that over $20.4 million is being provided to four municipalities in Perth-Wellington.

Hospital foundation launches Future Care Collective

Submitted August 28, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation recently announced the launch of the Future Care Collective, a new social giving club designed for people who want to support local healthcare while enjoying fun, exclusive events.

Winter sidewalk maintenance expanded in Blyth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron Council approved a revised winter maintenance of sidewalks policy during its Aug. 11 regular meeting, with two additional streets added after Coun. Ric McBurney (Blyth Ward) made a request.

Historical group working to preserve Disney family history in Morris-Turnberry

Rachel Hammermueller August 28, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its regular meeting on Aug. 12, Morris-Turnberry Council heard a delegation from the Disneys of Huron County Project Group, who are working towards their goal of erecting a historical sign in the municipality. 

Benshaw donation reaches above and beyond for Community Living, in recognition of beloved program member

Heather MacEwen August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – August 15 marked the date of a very important fundraiser for local business, Benshaw.…

Sherry and Scott Dallner host Perth County Plowing Match

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural

ATWOOD - The Perth County Plowing Match was held on Aug. 23 near Atwood. This year’s host farmers were Sherry and Scott Dallner.

Musicians and artists fill Listowel venue for annual Art in the Park

Heather MacEwen August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Music

The event saw a range of artists and creatives celebrating art out-of-doors.

Lexi Johnston wins top honour as CNE Ambassador of the Fairs

Heather MacEwen August 28, 2025Local News, Rural

TORONTO – Lexi Johnston has been riding a high that began in July 2024, after being crowned as…

Riegling performs at Lucknow’s Music in the Fields

Nicole Beswitherick August 28, 2025Music, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

LUCKNOW - The Kinsmen Club here has been putting together a well-attended, large-scale festival for the last 17 years.

Howick implementing new subgrade fibre internet policy

Nicole Beswitherick August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here will be implementing a new township policy requireing that all future fibre internet service be installed subgrade.

Bruce County Plowing Match and Queen of the Furrow competition 2025

Emily Bowen August 28, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

MILDMAY - The fields between Mildmay and Belmore were filled with tractors, horses and competitive plowers on Aug. 22 as the Bruce County branch of the Plowmen’s Association held its annual plowing match.

Planning phase of Integrated Impact Assessment completed for Bruce Power’s potential Bruce C

Submitted August 28, 2025News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

KINCARDINE - The planning phase of the federal Integrated Impact Assessment process has been completed for Bruce Power’s Bruce C project. 

Jacklyn Wills performs at Lucknow’s Music in the Fields

Nicole Beswitherick August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Music

LUCKNOW - Jacklyn Wills, of 100.1 The Ranch, played the side stage at Lucknow’s Music in the Fields event on Aug. 22.

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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.

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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.

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).

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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.

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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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