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Kelsey Bent

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

1952 Goderich jailbreak overshadowed by Toronto’s Don Jail breakout

Kelsey Bent June 1, 2022Columns

Seventy years ago, in the same year as the famous jailbreak from Toronto’s Don Jail, the Goderich Gaol had two inmates escape.

Council gives blessing to purchase drawings for Mildmay hall reno

Kelsey Bent May 24, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A committee of citizens presented their Mildmay-Carrick arena hall renovation ideas to council recently.

South Bruce council divided on roadside sign removal under current bylaw

Kelsey Bent May 24, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

An email from a resident, addressed to council back in February, asked for a review of the sign bylaw.

Municipality votes to expand Teeswater Culross cemetery 

Kelsey Bent May 24, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council approved the expansion of the Teeswater-Culross cemetery at the May 10 meeting. 

Howick council pleased with feedback from March Break camp

Kelsey Bent May 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

During the 2022 March Break, the Howick Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Family Betterment Committee and local volunteers, hosted a week-long day camp at the Howick Community Centre. 

Tree planted in Whitechurch in recognition of Queen’s 70 years of service

Kelsey Bent May 24, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A tree was planted at the site of the former Whitechurch Hall in recognition and gratitude for the Queen’s 70 years of service to the British Commonwealth. The tree was donated by Richard Christy, a political sociology professor at Wilfrid Laurier University and resident of Huron-Kinloss, on May 20.

Mom Loves Local vendor market

Kelsey Bent May 19, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

the Mom Loves Local vendor market at the Howick Community Centre on May 7

Neighbours voice concerns over Teeswater Mill owners’ proposition to host wedding ceremonies on site

Kelsey Bent May 18, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The sixth owners of the historic 133-year-old Teeswater Mill are proposing to host wedding ceremonies. 

Wingham Minor Hockey hosts awards banquet

Kelsey Bent May 18, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham Minor Hockey hosted it’s annual banquet on May 6 at the Wingham Legion.

Annual Night for Mental Health brings FIFA all-star to Ripley

Kelsey Bent May 18, 2022Local News, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The woman who scored Canada’s first ever FIFA Women’s World Cup goal is coming to Ripley. 

First Huron-Bruce all-candidates meeting discusses infrastructure, rural internet, and attracting new business in rural communities

Kelsey Bent May 18, 2022Local News, News, Ontario Election 2022, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Eight candidates running in the 2022 Ontario provincial election participated in the first Huron-Bruce riding all candidates meeting, hosted by the Bruce County Federation of Agriculture on May 16 at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre.  

Volunteers cleaning up the Wroxeter Park and hosted a bottle drive fundraiser.

Kelsey Bent May 12, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News

A group of volunteers did double duty last Saturday, both cleaning up the Wroxeter Park and getting it ready for the season, but also, they hosted a bottle drive fundraiser.

Resident complains about ATV use in Howick 

Kelsey Bent May 11, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK – In an email to council, a Howick resident stated they had filed a complaint in September 2021 regarding ATV noise and said, “So far nothing has really been done about it.”

Recent U.S. anti-abortion talks shine light on Canadian rights

Kelsey Bent May 11, 2022Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

CANADA – In the wake of the leaked Roe v. Wade report from south of the border, Canadian abortion rights and politicians’ opinions are being investigated.

NWMO funding puts Teeswater Medical Centre fundraising campaign over $1.5M

Kelsey Bent May 11, 2022Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER — A $519,000 contribution to support the construction of the Teeswater Medical Centre was presented to the committee on May 4. This funding was allocated to the medical centre through the Near-Term Investment Program, which the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has provided to t

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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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

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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