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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

Wingham trail bridge reopens after vandalism

Cory Bilyea November 27, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Reports of vandalism on the Wingham Trail railway bridge brought North Huron Public Works and…

Lune Rise Farms celebrates five years of sustainable, regenerative cannabis farming in South Bruce

Cory Bilyea November 20, 2025Business, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

When Lune Rise Farms opened its doors in 2020, brothers Marty and CJ Johnston were on a mission to save their family farm by transforming six of the 150 acres of farmland just outside of Teeswater from standard agricultural crops to cannabis.

Provincial policy changes to ICI recycling have township searching for local solutions

Cory Bilyea November 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario government’s implementation of changes to recycling programs for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional properties (ICI) has township staff and North Huron councillors searching for a viable solution by the Jan. 1, 2026, deadline.

Cultural summit focused on building belonging through art, culture and heritage

Cory Bilyea November 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron Cultural Office, in partnership with Local Immigration Partnership, held its annual Huron County Cultural Summit on Nov. 13 at the Lower Hall and Theatre at Blyth Memorial Hall.

North Huron approves parkland dedication bylaw

Cory Bilyea November 13, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Staff at the Township of North Huron introduced an updated Parkland Dedication and Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Bylaw on Nov. 3.

Local postpartum doula offers holistic support for new parents

Cory Bilyea November 13, 2025Business, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

This hidden landscape of post-delivery life is part of local postpartum doula Alyssa Sampson’s focus.

CIP grant awarded to local business

Cory Bilyea November 13, 2025Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Council of the Township of North Huron has approved an $8,000 grant to support the expansion of Pick a Posie Vintage, a local business located at 345 Queen Street, Blyth.

Wingham and area community gather to remember

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

community members gathered at the local cenotaph on Nov. 11 to remember the soldiers, sailors and airmen who fought and died for the cause of freedom.

North Huron celebrates community spirit with Volunteer Appreciation Night

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

The Township of North Huron celebrated community spirit on Nov. 5 at the Blyth Memorial Hall, with members of 33 different organizations attending this first-time event that highlighted the “heartbeat” of the community, its volunteers.

Wingham Community Garden and Orchard reports record harvest

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

The Wingham Community Garden and Orchard has broken its own record, according to garden volunteer Phil Beard, producing a whopping 1,969 lbs of fresh fruits and vegetables. It was noted that the orchard produced 480 lbs of fruit this year.

North Huron approves RFP for SCADA upgrades to Wingham and Blyth water systems

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

North Huron Council approved a $287,900 contract with ACTEMIUM to upgrade the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems in the Wingham and Blyth water systems.

Maitland Conservation considers closure of Wawanosh Park Conservation Area

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

Wawanosh Park Conservation Area (WPCA), affectionately known as “Donnybrook” by its loyal campers, has for decades provided a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life and foster a close-knit community according to campers.

Historical society to hold second annual Fallfest

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

The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) invites you to its second Fallfest at the Wingham Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Huron County’s EarlyOn program holds spooktacular Halloween parade in Wingham

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

Huron County’s EarlyOn program in Wingham held a spooktacular Halloween parade on Oct. 31,…

Fletcher accepts permanent job as treasurer

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

During the Nov. 3 regular council meeting, CAO Nelson Santos informed North Huron Council of upcoming changes in the finance department.

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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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