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Kelsey Bent

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

Local author documents Huron County’s many hockey accomplishments

Kelsey Bent February 16, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

According to David Scott, Huron County has been producing some of hockey’s top athletes and coaches for over a century. 

Wingham Foodland’s Christmas tree fundraiser a success

Kelsey Bent February 16, 2022Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Before Christmas last year, Wingham Foodland sold Christmas trees with a promise of donating three dollars from every tree sold to the Wingham and District Hospital. Thanks to all the community support, the local business was able to donate $309 to the hospital to help with improvement to the X-ray

Huron County BR+E survey identifies areas for improvement in local business sectors

Kelsey Bent February 10, 2022Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The county-wide effort to survey businesses has been completed. Now the Huron County Economic Development Department is sharing the results which identify areas for improvement before they develop an action plan to support local businesses. 

South Bruce’s operating budget impacted by a spike in insurance costs

Kelsey Bent February 10, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

According to a report presented to council, South Bruce’s operating budget will impact the municipal tax levy by 3.7 per cent.

Howick’s 2021 issued building permits surpass previous year

Kelsey Bent February 9, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Township’s Chief Building Official David Kopp said 2021 was a good year, and it is looking like the first half of 2022 will follow suit.

South Bruce to begin plowing sidewalk on Ignatz Street in Mildmay

Kelsey Bent February 3, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a report from Coun. Mark Goetz, South Bruce council learned that there are residents in Mildmay who are struggling to travel within the village.

South Bruce council will not budge its on position of POW-NNW’s petition

Kelsey Bent February 3, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a letter to council, Protect Our Waterways – No Nuclear Waste (POW-NNW) asked South Bruce council to consider an alternative to their request that their petition be made public.

Huron-Bruce MPP asks CN Rail to comply with provincial drainage legislature

Kelsey Bent February 2, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Is a federally regulated organization required to comply with provincial legislation?

North Huron requests $71,871 from South Bruce to support arena costs

Kelsey Bent February 2, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In November, North Huron council passed a motion to direct staff to ask neighbouring municipalities for financial support for their residents’ use of North Huron’s recreation facilities. 

Howick council shows support for Fordwich subdivision

Kelsey Bent January 27, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick council showed support for two applications to rezone and sever a parcel of land located on Patrick Street in the village of Fordwich at its Jan. 18 meeting.

North Huron requests $102,325 from Howick to support arena costs

Kelsey Bent January 27, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

In November, North Huron council passed a motion to direct staff to ask neighbouring municipalities for financial support for their residents’ use of North Huron’s recreation facilities. 

Howick council honorariums to increase 4.4 per cent

Kelsey Bent January 27, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Jan. 18, Howick council passed their annual remuneration bylaw, approving a pay increase of 4.4 per cent. 

South Bruce council approves multiple items at budget meeting

Kelsey Bent January 26, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Staff asked council to give directions on various topics before presenting the operating budget at South Bruce council’s Jan. 18 budget meeting. 

South Bruce wants more info before supporting MRI unit in Wingham

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

Ontario Health is expecting to approve 15 proposals for MRI machines in the province, however, South Bruce council would like more information before they choose to support the addition of an MRI machine in the Wingham & District Hospital. 

South Bruce council denies 4.7 per cent wage increase for municipal staff

Kelsey Bent January 19, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Staff presented the proposed wage increases referencing the municipality’s policy, however council had some concerns. 

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Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings

HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.

New business Cornerstone Thrift celebrates successful opening in former Spinrite outlet store

LISTOWEL – Cornerstone Thrift welcomed their first customers the morning of Dec. 2. At 10 a.m.,…

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Chepstow card results

CHEPSTOW - The Young at Heart Euchre and Solo Scores at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall for Monday December 22.

Walkerton Rotary donations

The Rotary Club of Walkerton recently made donations to a variety of local organizations. Clockwise from top left: The club very pleased to support the Walkerton District Community School’s Breakfast Program.

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Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Columnists

Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.

The joy of giving

By Cory Bilyea

As I sit to write this, it is two days to Christmas. By the time you read this, it will likely be mid-January, celebrations will be finished, the ribbons and bows will be gone, and the New Year’s hangover will be yet another memory.

Huron-Bruce municipalities receive OCIF allocations

By Submitted

The Ontario government has announced a total of $21,185,778 in funding for infrastructure in Huron-Bruce. 

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