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Cory Bilyea

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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

When life hands you lemons…make lemonade

Cory Bilyea July 4, 2024Columns, Wingham Advance Times

As many of you know, my husband and I have been making plans to move to BC for several years, and up until Monday night, we thought those plans were finally coming to fruition.

Bridget McKee named 2024 Homecoming Ambassador

Cory Bilyea July 4, 2024Contests, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The 2024 Wingham Homecoming celebrations began Thursday evening , June 27, with the Homecoming Ambassador competition at F. E. Madill Secondary School.

Wingham BIA Bucks program changing

Cory Bilyea July 4, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham BIA Bucks program is undergoing a procedural change, according to a press release from BIA Treasurer Doug Kuyvenhoven. 

Maitland Conservation Foundation hosts appreciation luncheon

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

On June 19, the Maitland Conservation Foundation (MCF) hosted its annual donor appreciation luncheon at the Brussels Four Winds Barn.

SuperDogs wow crowd in Teeswater

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Global Pet Foods SuperDogs wowed their way into the audience’s hearts in Teeswater during a show here on June 19.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

As Canada commemorated National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the Alexandra Eagles (Alexandra Community School) hosted their first powwow

Emergency funding granted for Wescast Community Complex

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Wingham Advance Times

Interim Director of Public Works and Facilities Chip Wilson presented a report to council here on June 17, requesting emergency funding for the Dectron Unit (dehumidifier) at the Wescast Community Complex after a power surge on May 1 damaged the unit.

RCMP Musical Ride trots into Teeswater

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The RCMP Musical Ride trotted into Teeswater on June 19, bringing an estimated 4,500 spectators to the small farming town.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 commemorated Decoration Day with special honours

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 commemorated Decoration Day 2024 with special honours to esteemed First World War One flying ace Lt. Col. Andrew McKeever on June 22 at the Fairview Cemetery in Listowel.

Wingham Homecoming 2024 – a community celebration

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The 2024 Wingham Homecoming celebration is approaching quickly, and organizer Joe Carter is overwhelmed with the support he and his wife Heidi have received since announcing they would take over organizing the event late last year.

Council approves cross-border water and sewer connection policy

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron council approved a cross-border water and sewer connection policy at the June 3 regular council meeting, and the bylaw passed unchallenged at the June 17 meeting.

LEMC’s fourth annual Father’s Day Car, Truck, Bike show a success

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

The Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church held its 4th annual Father’s Day Car, Truck and Bike show on Sunday, June 16.

Maitland River Elementary School holds annual school picnic

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024News

Maitland River Elementary School held their annual school picnic and play-a-thon June 17

Bear-y good time at Teddy Bear Family Play Day

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

North Perth EarlyON Child and Family Centre held its annual Teddy Bear Family Play Day on June 15 at Listowel Memorial Park. The well-attended event featured a variety of fun and interactive play zones including a rock climbing wall, inflatables, train rides and teddy bears.

Wingham fireworks display moved to June 30

Cory Bilyea June 20, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron council approved a request from Community Engagement Coordinator Denise Lockie to change the date of Wingham’s annual Canada Day fireworks show from July 1 to June 30 to “enhance the homecoming experience,” Lockie said in her report.

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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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

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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