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Kelsey Bent

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

Dinning Cup returns to Madill after two years

Kelsey Bent May 4, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

After a two-year break, F.E. Madill was able to host the 14th Matthew Dinning Memorial Cup rugby tournament on April 27.  

Madill snack program thanks Fresh Wind Revival Centre for 10 years of donations

Kelsey Bent May 4, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Last month marked 10 years of monthly donations from the Fresh Wind Revival Centre (FWRC) to the F.E. Madill Secondary School snack program, totalling $12,000. 

IN PHOTOS – Rugby returns to F.E. Madill

Kelsey Bent April 28, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

On April 22, rugby returned to F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restriction. Students and coaches were happy to be back on the pitch and this was reflected on the scoreboard with three wins for all three Mustang teams over Stratford District Secondary S

Flashback: Revisiting the 1920 trial of Miss Maggie Pollock, charged with witchcraft

Kelsey Bent April 28, 2022Local News, Wingham Advance Times

It was published on the front page of the April 1, 1920 issue of the Wingham Advance but it was no April Fool’s joke. 

Rotary Club of Mildmay hosting road toll, May 19-21

Kelsey Bent April 27, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Perhaps on your way to the lake, cottage, or campground during the May long weekend, consider passing through Mildmay to support the local Rotary Club.

Mildmay-Carrick Fall Fair parade set for Sept. 11

Kelsey Bent April 27, 2022Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Mildmay Agricultural Society has received approval from the municipality to hold a parade in conjunction with the 157th annual Mildmay-Carrick Fall Fair, set to take place Sept. 11.

South Bruce to look at restricting gravel pit hours of operation

Kelsey Bent April 27, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

As a result of a councillor report from Coun. Mark Goetz at the April 12 council meeting, staff will be bringing a report to council regarding the possibility of restricting or changing gravel pit hours of operation within the municipality.

Foxton Fuels makes donation to Listowel Memorial Hospital

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

On April 12, Foxton Fuels presented a cheque for $5,000 to the Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation, as part of its annual donation to the Hospital Gala, and in conjunction with Foxton Fuel’s 50th anniversary celebrations. This year the funds from the gala fundraiser will go towards a laparoscopic

Home Grown Food Basket expands locally, out of province

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In four short years, Home Grown Food Basket has expanded from a home-based business to a storefront in Wingham, and now to a secondary headquarters located in the former Fordwich United Church.

Local woman shares her traumatic experience to spread awareness of the dangers of blood clots

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

After Andrea Bernard had given birth to her first child 16 years ago, she developed pain in her left leg. She brought it up with her doctor, who gave it a look and sent her home after they did not see any visible signs of something wrong.

First ever Wingham Wasteless Wednesday set for May 4

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

What started as a personal chore for Pete Mulvey has turned into a community event to better the Town of Wingham. 

Falconer Bridge replacement tenders come in over budget

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Municipality of South Bruce had four companies answer a call for tenders for the replacement of the Falconer Bridge, all of which came in over budget. 

Ireland opposes purchase of SCBA fire equipment

Kelsey Bent April 20, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Coun. Mark Ireland was the lone opponent in a discussion about the purchase of a new Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for the Mildmay fire station, as well as the purchase of a second SCBA unit for the Teeswater department.

OPP report shows general decrease in South Bruce crime

Kelsey Bent April 14, 2022Local News, News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

An annual report to South Bruce council has brought an area of concern to light for the local OPP. 

Wingham BIA pitch new digital sign at south end

Kelsey Bent April 14, 2022Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The long-anticipated installation of the Wingham BIA’s LED sign at the corner Josephine Street and Amberly Road was completed on April 5. 

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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…

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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.

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

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

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

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.

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

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.

Howick secures pothole grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

After successfully securing $38,000 through the Ontario Pothole Prevention and Repair Program, council here has approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation.

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