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News

HOPE Links North Perth on track for launch this winter

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

While time frames and details are still coming together, the HOPE Links North Perth initiative remains on track for launch this winter.

LDSS grad named recipient of Jack Riddell Scholarship

Submitted November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

A Listowel native is this year’s recipient of the Jack Riddell Scholarship.

Riders will have to wait longer for PC Connect app

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Council was advised at its Nov. 18 meeting that there will be a delay in the launch of the PC Connect app.

Do you wanna build a snowman?

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

The Martens clan – Esther, Daniel, Martha, Rebecca and Aaron – took advantage of a November snowfall last Friday to build a snowman out front of their Inkerman Street East home in Listowel.

EcDev Committee discusses status of ag science centre

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

An update on the status of the Huron Perth Ag Science Centre was requested by Coun. Lee Anne Andriessen during the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting on Nov. 17.

Kempston and Werth donate $1,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The staff complement of Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd. presented Big Brothers Big Sisters of Listowel and District Executive Director Mallory Fennell with a contribution of $1,000 on Nov. 17, funds that will be allocated to the local organization’s upcoming Christmas party.

$30K awarded in façade improvement grants

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Community Development Coordinator Kim Kowch updated the Economic Development Advisory Committee on Nov. 17 about the progress of the Façade Improvement Program which was launched this year.

Monkton Lions, Kinsmen hosting reverse Santa Claus parade on Dec. 4

Midwestern Newspapers November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News

Once again this year, the Monkton Lions and local Kinsmen will be hosting a reverse Santa Claus Parade.

‘I just have to figure out where I’m going to go from here’

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Every year when most are still preoccupied with getting ready for Halloween, Paulette Gravestock is already thinking well beyond fall to the next season. Thinking big – or rather, small. But also big.

When are people going to learn that money cannot be eaten?

Cory Bilyea November 24, 2021Columns

What will it take for humankind to understand that the destruction they are causing to our Mother Earth will kill us all?

Them Donnellys: ‘A diamond in the rough’

Cindy J. Sinko November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

There have been many books, news stories and plays written about the Donnelly family of Biddulph Township over the years. Discord seemed to follow them and on the fateful night of Feb. 4, 1880, they met their demise.

Whatever happens, happens

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Columns

Two years ago, my son was in love with skating.

Cartoon: Nov. 25, 2021 – Listowel Banner

Submitted November 24, 2021Cartoons

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Elma Township Public School receives $25K donation for playground replacement project

Mike Wilson November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

NEWRY – It’s been a tough go for the kids are Elma Township Public School over the past couple…

MPP Randy Pettapiece will not seek re-election

Dan McNee November 24, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Ontario Election 2022

The riding of Perth-Wellington will have its first MPP not named Randy Pettapiece in over a decade come the next provincial election scheduled for June 2, 2022.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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