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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

MVCA rejects camper’s request to keep self-installed solar panels

Cory Bilyea July 10, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) denied a request from a seasonal camper at Falls Reserve Conservation Area (FRCA) to keep his self-installed 120-volt solar panels.

Land grabbing by colonizers back in full force

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Columns, Editorials, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

I bet that headline got your attention. If it made you uncomfortable, it should. If it made you mad, well, I hope you will continue reading and join in the conversation about what is really happening here on Turtle Island.

Northern Huron Connection Centre success stories shared at anniversary brunch and learn event

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Northern Huron Connection Centre (NHCC) opened on June 28, 2023, as a place for people who need the unique services it provides for the homeless, marginalized and underprivileged in the area.

Wingham Trail Committee tours upcoming projects with new CAO

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham Trail Committee volunteer Phil Beard, accompanied by Reeve Paul Heffer and CAO Nelson…

Huron County finances remain strong; clean audit confirms fiscal health

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County’s financial health remains robust, with a clean audit report revealing a $2.1 million uncommitted surplus and strategic reserve management, according to the county’s 2024 financial statements and draft audit report.

Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event set for July 19

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event is scheduled for July 19, and organizers invite you to “ride together to fight prostate cancer, one mile at a time.”

Saugeen Ojibway Nation sues province for royalites from Goderich Salt Mines and other aggregate extraction from its territory

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) is fighting back against the Ontario and Canadian governments in a continuation of court battles over water rights and resource extraction that have raged on for decades.

Blyth Festival’s opening act highlights Indigenous voices with Anishnaabe playwright Drew Hayden Taylor’s tongue-in-cheek satire about Canada’s first prime minister

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The 2025 Blyth Festival season began with a comedic and bold critique of Canadian historical perspectives while amplifying the inclusion of the Truth and Reconciliation recommendations for the arts community.

Listowel Lions Club’s truck show lined up another impressive display of classics

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Listowel-area truck enthusiasts braved the extreme heat on Sunday, June 22.

F. E. Madill students team up to paint new Wingham garbage cans

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - F. E. Madill Secondary School Grade 9 students joined their art teacher Jordan Andrew and North Huron Community Engagement Coordinator Denise Lockie on a special town project this past month.

Belmore celebrates 170th anniversary

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

BELMORE - Hundreds of people, some from as far away as Alberta, gathered in Belmore on the weekend of June 20-22 for the 2025 Homecoming celebrations, marking the community’s 170th anniversary.

Township appoints public works director

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Township of North Huron appointed a new Director of Public Works effective June 16 according to a bylaw passed during North Huron Council’s regular council meeting.

Architect on Blyth Daycare project changed

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron has terminated its contract with John Rutledge Architect for the Blyth Daycare expansion and re-awarded the architectural and engineering design to JPM Architecture.

Wingham Esso gas station re-opens

Cory Bilyea June 26, 2025Business, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – The Esso gas station at 161 Josephine St. Wingham re-opened on June 23 after a…

Funding agreement approved for emergency response equipment

Cory Bilyea June 19, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

On June 2, North Huron Director of Fire and Public Safety Chad Kregar presented a report to North Huron Council informing them of a successful grant application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada.

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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.

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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…

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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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