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Kelsey Bent

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Kelsey Bent is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.

Formosa outdoor sports pad ribbon cutting set for Oct. 15

Kelsey Bent October 5, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

As the Formosa Outdoor Sports Pad project is almost complete, it is time to celebrate the hard work of those who volunteered to see this project through.

Delegation convinces council to investigate culvert construction

Kelsey Bent October 5, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A local business owner claims that culvert work completed by the province along Highway 9, north of Mildmay, was done incorrectly and it is now causing damage to his property.

Ironmen fall short in home opener

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Despite outshooting their competitors in both games last weekend, the Wingham Ironmen could not secure a win in their first weekend at home in PJHL Pollock Division action.

Maitland Conservation, OPP offer tips to prevent trespassing ATVs within Howick Township

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Complaints of ATV noise and trespassing on private property in Howick Township from over a year ago are still being dealt with.

Howick Township to join Perth-Wellington riding in proposed federal electoral map

Kelsey Bent September 28, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Ontario has proposed a new electoral map for consideration that would remove Howick Township from the federal riding of Huron-Bruce and place them within the riding of Perth-Wellington.

Archives: Local woman lives in haunted house

Kelsey Bent September 22, 2022Columns

We are approaching the best time of the year, in my opinion.

Howick fire chief resigns

Kelsey Bent September 14, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

In a letter included in the Sept. 6 council meeting agenda, Shawn Edwards resigned from his position as Howick’s Fire Chief.

Owner of pony attacked by dogs pleads for action from Howick council

Kelsey Bent September 14, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A delegation to Howick council on Sept. 6 begged council for action after a pony was recently attacked by three dogs near Gorrie.

Staehli wins Canadian 5K Championship

Kelsey Bent September 14, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

On Sept. 11, Julie-Anne Staehli claimed gold at the 2022 Canadian 5K Championship.

Ontario law enforcement Torch Run returns to Huron County

Kelsey Bent September 14, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

After a three-year pause the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run made its return to Huron County on Sept. 8.

PLAY REVIEW: Blyth Festival Theatre’s ‘John Ware Reimagined’ is a western rollercoaster on stage

Kelsey Bent September 7, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Columns

The first scene of Blyth Festival Theatre’s rendition of John Ware Reimagined was uncomfortable to say the least, however, the show continued with cultural highs and lows, each sharing an important lesson in diversity and equality.

Local designer recognized by Better Homes & Gardens Magazine

Kelsey Bent August 31, 2022Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Later this month, Karan Barton will make yet another trip to New York City as she has again been selected as one of Better Homes & Gardens Magazine’s (BHG) Stylemakers.

Wingham Lions host barbecue to benefit hospital

Kelsey Bent August 31, 2022Local News, Wingham Advance Times

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

Day camp donated to North Huron Food Share

Kelsey Bent August 31, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A group of day campers and camp leaders showed off a cheque for $290 made out to the North Huron Food Share on Aug. 26 in front of the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.

Wingham Ecological Park anniversary honoured with community walk, look at redesign plans

Kelsey Bent August 31, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

As a way to celebrate the work that went into the creation of the Wingham Ecological Park 30 years ago, two groups totalling roughly 50 people, and led by Wingham Trail Committee members walked the trail on Aug. 28.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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

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.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Columnists

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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