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Cory Bilyea

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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

Howick Reeve questions new utility poles being used for internet infrastructure

Cory Bilyea February 13, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Reeve Doug Harding spoke out at the Huron County council meeting on Feb. 5, raising questions about who was erecting new utility poles in Howick to carry internet cables and who permitted them to do so.

Senior and junior girls volleyball sees F.E. Madill face Listowel on Feb. 6

Cory Bilyea February 13, 2025Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

F. E. Madill senior and junior girls took on their counterparts from Listowel District Secondary…

Smoke and mirrors

Cory Bilyea February 13, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Don’t be fooled by what you are being shown on mainstream media right now. Along with the smoke,…

SRPC seeks county funding to advance 2SLGBTQ+ equity, tax filing clinics

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Social Research and Planning Council (SRPC) representatives recently presented an update to Huron County Council, requesting assistance for 2025 research and planning initiatives.

WAHS special meeting to honour Black History Month

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) will hold a special meeting to honour Black History Month on Feb. 12 at the Alice Munro Library from 2 - 4 p.m.

Multi-unit residential water/sewer rates to remain status quo, for now

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A lengthy discussion was held during the North Huron regular council meeting on Feb. 3 after a report from the Director of Finance/Treasurer Chris Townes requested guidance on how to apply the new flat rate water/sewer rates to multi-unit residential buildings.

Delegation request urges North Huron to update snow removal routes

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron council positively responded to a request from Wingham resident Paul McGee, who appeared before them and requested that snow removal be added to a section of Minnie Street.

Aaron Goodvin returning to Wingham Townhall Theatre with special guests River Town Saints

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as the award-winning country music sensation Aaron Goodvin returns to Wingham, joined by the electrifying River Town Saints.

EarlyON Center enters agreement with Lions

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County Council approved a request from Manager of Ontario Works and Children’s Services Cheryl Patience to enter into a five-year lease with the Exeter Lion’s Club.

Belgrave’s free skate saw local kids showing off their skills

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Arts & Entertainment

BELGRAVE – Brothers Cole (8) and Maverick (5) Shaw and five-year-old Claire Kuepfer (Top…

Council reconsiders Blyth sewage treatment plant decision

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

New information, specifically a more cost-effective solution for the Blyth sewage treatment plant, prompted council to revisit their Jan. 13 decision to rent temporary sand filters at the astonishing price of $400,000.

MVCA sets date, agenda for AGM

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) finalized plans for their Annual General Meeting (AGM), with board members confirming the date and final agenda.

Million dollar lottery win goes to Blyth resident

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

After 40 years of playing the lottery, Blyth resident Michel Lacroix has hit the jackpot for a million dollars.

Listowel native part of new ownership group at Wingham Golf and Curling Club

Cory Bilyea February 6, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

WINGHAM - Local golf enthusiast Scott Bowman and an unnamed partner have purchased the Wingham Golf and Curling Club. They took possession of the recently closed club on Jan. 31 and announced plans to rebrand and revitalize the popular location.

Wingham projects approved for Vance funds

Cory Bilyea January 30, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Two projects have been approved by the Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) to disperse grants from the Leland and Thora Vance Funds.

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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…

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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