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Denny Scott

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South Bruce reverses course to proceed with water tower

Denny Scott May 1, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After reversing a decision made last month regarding building a water tower for the Teeswater and Formosa water system, South Bruce Council directed staff to investigate the best way to fund it.

Wingham Fish Fry

Wingham firefighters fish fry benefits Canada Day fireworks tradition

Denny Scott May 1, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Firefighters Association Fish Fry on Sunday offered some great food for a great price going to a great cause.

Sarnia’s St. Patrick’s Catholic team wins 2025 Dinning Cup

Denny Scott May 1, 2025News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The 17th annual Dinning Cup was held at F.E. Madill Secondary School last week, and, despite a valiant effort, the host junior rugby team fell just short of keeping the trophy at home.

Student show opens season at Blyth Festival Art Gallery

Denny Scott May 1, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth Festival Art Gallery season officially opened over the weekend with the annual Student Art Show, featuring fine art from schools and students across the area.

South Bruce approves new charges and fees, increases permit costs

Denny Scott May 1, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – After input from South Bruce’s building, treasury and recreation departments, South…

Trump’s playbook (No, not The Art of The Deal)

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Unfortunately, Canadian politicians have been taking some practices from US President Donald Trump’s election playbook, and they’re getting caught.

The U18 South Bruce Blades entered their divisional finals in fourth place, but fought hard to claim the WOAA championships and then eventually the OMHA provincial championships earlier this month.

U18 South Bruce Blades win OMHA championship in Kingston

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The U18 South Bruce Blades claimed the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) provincial championship in what could be the last year that the team will be competing in its current league structure.

The U11 Central Perth Predators claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot earlier this month. The team went undefeated through the tournament to claim the championship. Above, team members poses with the banners they received. At right, the team celebrates. Bottom left are Cora Litchi, left, and Ashlym Smith standing with the sign in the lobby of the Strathroy arena. Bottom right, the team celebrates on ice after winning.

U11 Central Perth Predators win WOGHL championship

Denny Scott April 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The U11 Central Perth Predators C team claimed the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League (WOGHL) top spot this month by downing the Lambton Attack 4-0.

Self-directed events chosen to mark water crisis anniversary

Denny Scott April 17, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After several reports and subsequent discussions, Brockton Council voted in favour of a self-directed commemorative event for the 25th anniversary of the Walkerton water contamination event.

Courthouse charges a ‘slap in the face’, says Peabody

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

n what Coun. Tim Elphick called a “good news, bad news” situation, Brockton Council found out costs for having an active courthouse in the municipality will increase 68 per cent this year.

Last week, the Lakeshore Church in Goderich played host to one of numerous Huron-Bruce All-Candidates meetings for the upcoming federal election. From left: NDP candidate Melanie Burrett, incumbent Conservative MP Ben Lobb, Green Party candidate Greg McLean, Independent candidate Caesar Salad Pella, Liberal candidate James Rice and Independent candidate Justin Smith. (Denny Scott photo)

All-candidates meeting sees candidates agreeing on numerous issues

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

While there was plenty of debate during an all-candidates meeting held in Goderich last week, there were a lot of points most the candidates agreed on as well.

Contributed photo The Minto 81’s are on their way to the national Allan Cup playoff tournament after winning the J.F. Paxton AA Championships again in the Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) playoffs.

Minto 81’s aiming for national prize at Allan Cup tournament

Denny Scott April 17, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

The Minto 81’s are heading to the national Allan Cup after winning the J.F. Paxton AA Championships again in the Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) championships.

South Bruce to revisit water tower at mayor’s request

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

After a lengthy discussion and debate, South Bruce Council cancelled a multi-million-dollar water tower project in Teeswater late in March, but Mayor Mark Goetz wants that decision reviewed.

South Bruce approves above-budget purchase, tariffs blamed for overage

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After significant debate regarding retrofitting existing equipment and procurement processes, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce decided to purchase a water tank that came in 20 per cent over budget due to US tariffs.

South Bruce development charges taking shape with council direction

Denny Scott April 17, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After receiving direction from council to continue investigating development charges (DCs) for the municipality, South Bruce staff looked for further direction on preferred exemptions, phasing in plans and discounts in the program.

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Howick passes 2026 budget with 5.34% tax rate increase, plus 2% capital infrastructure levy

HOWICK - The council chambers here were more crammed than usual, as addi- tional chairs had to be brought in for mem- bers of the public in attendance for the township’s third draft budget presentation – which was passed at a tax rate increase of 5.34 per cent plus 2% capital infrastruc- ture levy.

North Perth continues to warm hearts with sixth-annual CNOY in Listowel

LISTOWEL – As the winter weather shows small signs of slowing, the break in colder weather brings…

See all Listowel area articles.

Sing! Show Chorus moving to Cargill Community Centre

WALKERTON - Byron Ballagh, Maria Ballagh and Steph Fortney, representing Sing! Show Chorus, appeared as a delegation at the Feb. 10 meeting of Brockton Council to request a rental rate reduction for Cargill Community Centre.

Council seeks to optimize use of sport courts

WALKERTON - The outdoor pickleball season isn’t that far away, and Brockton council wants to make sure users of the newly-refurbished tennis and pickleball courts in Walkerton are contributing what they should toward capital and operating costs.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Ironmen force overtime in game one of PJHL playoffs against Hanover

After forcing overtime and being edged out 2-1 in the first game of a playoff series with the Hanover Barons, the Wingham Ironmen were downed 6-2 by the Barons on home ice over the weekend.

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The horizon looms

It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon. 

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

Columnists

Ironmen force overtime in game one of PJHL playoffs against Hanover

By Denny Scott

After forcing overtime and being edged out 2-1 in the first game of a playoff series with the Hanover Barons, the Wingham Ironmen were downed 6-2 by the Barons on home ice over the weekend.

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

By Cory Bilyea

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

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