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Emily Bowen

Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

South Bruce approves drainage deals, prepares to replace integrity commissioner

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved drainage assessment agreements tied to a recent rural land severance and began preparations to replace its integrity commissioner during its May 26 meeting.

Annual Mildmay quilt show sees increased turnout

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

MILDMAY - The New Millennium Quilters’ Guild returned to the Mildmay-Carrick Recreational Complex with its quadrennial quilt show, drawing strong attendance and praise from attendees and participants alike.

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

Emily Bowen June 4, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

South Bruce council receives emergency management compliance update, approves fence bylaw exemption

Emily Bowen June 4, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council received an update on emergency management compliance and approved a fence bylaw exemption during the May 26 meeting.

South Bruce advances recreation plans with new funding and repairs while preparing for summer season

Emily Bowen June 4, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER -  A $27,000 grant for outdoor play, vandalism repairs at a community centre and preparations for the summer pool season are among the latest updates outlined in a municipal recreation and facilities report.

Bluewater school board adopts measured approach to artificial intelligence in classrooms

Emily Bowen June 4, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board is moving to formalize how artificial intelligence is used in classrooms and operations.

Bruce Grey Catholic school board expands measurement based mental health supports for students

Emily Bowen June 4, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is expanding its approach to student mental health care through data-driven programming.

Water festival draws hundreds of students to Chesley for 25th anniversary

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - More than 1,200 students from across Grey and Bruce counties gathered in Chesley for the 25th annual Grey Bruce Children’s Water Festival, a three-day event focused on water education, conservation and hands-on learning.

Bluewater board recognizes student senators, welcomes incoming representatives at May meeting

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Students from across the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) were recognized for their leadership and contributions during a May 19 board meeting, as trustees and staff also welcomed incoming student senators set to begin their roles this fall.

Council debates investments and procurement as South Bruce finalizes 2025 finances

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - As South Bruce works to close out its 2025 finances, questions around investment returns, procurement rules and staff workload emerged as central concerns.

Bluewater board rolls out Grades 1–9 literacy and math frameworks to standardize instruction

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) trustees received an update May 19 on new Grades 1–9 language and mathematics instruction frameworks aimed at strengthening consistency, clarity and instructional time across schools.

Teeswater water tower completion draws closer with scheduled work

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - After several days of rescheduling due to weather and mechanical issues, the Teeswater water tower was set to reach a major milestone as crews were scheduled to lift the structure into place on May 27.

South Bruce continues practice of not recording council meetings despite regional trend

Emily Bowen May 21, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - A series of motions tied to transparency and accountability stirred debate at the May 12 South Bruce council meeting.

South Bruce wraps up Adam Street project as Teeswater water tower nears major milestone

Emily Bowen May 21, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce has completed a multi-year reconstruction project on Adam Street, while work continues on the new water tower in Teeswater that is expected to be operational by late September.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

See all Listowel area articles.

Updates from South Bruce council clerk

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved a $38,000 tile drain loan and appointed members to a joint compliance audit committee following decisions made at its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Council approves September ice despite arena equipment concerns

TEESWATER – Consultants say September ice is not to blame for recent refrigeration failures at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre, despite concerns from council about increased equipment breakdowns after the extended season began.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Donations continue to come in to help the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite+ campaign.

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

OPP: Drug increase, violent crime decrease

Huron County OPP Detachment board met for their monthly meeting July 20, hearing the statistics of crime in top categories in May and June of this year. 

See all Wingham area articles.

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Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

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Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

By Pauline Kerr

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

By Denny Scott

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

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