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Kelsey Bent

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

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. 

Over a century of farming for local Martin family

Kelsey Bent April 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Rural

Marmeadow Farms Ltd. is a family-owned dairy operation in Britton, North Perth. The farm was previously owned by fourth-generation farmers Bob and Susan Martin, and currently owned and operated by fifth-generation farmers, Tim and Jenn Martin.

Ironmen bow out of post-season as Barons secure semifinal sweep

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen could not secure a win in their Provincial Junior Hockey League’s Pollock Division semifinal series against the Hanover Barons, falling 4-1 in Game 4. 

Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh residents to hold public meeting about eliminated ward system

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A group of local citizens in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh haven’t given up hope that the ward system might return to their township.

South Bruce moves toward hybrid council meeting format

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

With the easing of many of the public health policies associated with the pandemic, South Bruce council has decided to follow the trend. 

Electrical work for new Formosa outdoor arena approved by council

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council approved electrical work to be completed at the Formosa Recreation Complex for the construction of the new outdoor multi-use pad, however, council said the additional costs will need to be added to the Lions Club’s fundraising amount.

Teeswater Medical Centre to be run by not-for-profit corporation

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

South Bruce council approved a request to allow for the establishment of a not-for-profit corporation to manage the operation of the future Teeswater Medical Clinic. 

Teeswater Medical Centre fundraising campaign gets $500K kickstart

Kelsey Bent April 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The fundraising campaign for the new Teeswater Medical Centre kicked off with $500,000 in funding. 

Foxton Fuels celebrates its 50th year in business

Kelsey Bent March 31, 2022Business, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

For most of Mark Foxton’s life, he can remember his father, Bob Foxton, being an entrepreneur. When Mark was young, he remembers his father running a mobile lunch business, and prior to that, he was a foreman at Lloyd Doors.

Ironmen trail top-seeded Barons 3-0 in semifinals

Kelsey Bent March 30, 2022Sports, Wingham Advance Times

At the time of publication, the Wingham Ironmen are down 3-0 in their Provincial Junior Hockey League Pollock Division best-of-seven playoff series against the top-seeded Hanover Barons. 

Howick hires new bylaw enforcement officer

Kelsey Bent March 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Riley Brugess is Howick’s new bylaw enforcement/canine control officer.

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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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Province announces $4.3 million for Huron and Perth health teams

The provincial government announced $4.3 million for Huron and Perth Counties to assist in attaching over 10,000 patients to primary care.

Local unemployment rates rise to 5.3%

WALKERTON - The unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased in March by 0.2 percentage points to 5.3% yet remained the lowest unemployment rate in the province for the past three months.

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Proposed boundary change, budget planning updates headline school board committee agenda

CHESLEY - A proposed revision to French Immersion boundaries and updates on budget planning for the 2026–2027 school year were among the items discussed at a recent Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) committee meeting.

South Bruce approves ball diamond funding, pool filter replacement

TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved a series of recreation and facilities decisions at its April 14 meeting, including a budget amendment to support improvements at the Mildmay Medical Clinic baseball diamond and the purchase of new equipment for the Teeswater Culross Pool.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Brockton’s dog park may be moving from Lobies Park to new location

WALKERTON - Brockton’s dog park was years in the planning before a location in Lobies Park was selected for a pilot project that’s still underway. After two years, there’s still work to be done, and that work may involve a new location.

Brockton’s Jackson Huber honoured for making his acting dream come true

BROCKTON - Jackson Huber is a young Brockton student with a dream of becoming an actor.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council approves rezoning request for Masonic Lodge building in Wingham

WINGHAM – A public meeting was held during the North Huron regular council meeting on Apr. 20 to…

Phantom of the Opera silent film with live organ coming to Wingham United Church

WINGHAM – For families wondering if a nearly 100-year-old black‑and‑white silent film can…

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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

No injuries, minor damage in Britespan fire

By Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM - The Fire Department of North Huron was called to Britespan on North Street in Wingham on Wed. Apr. 15 for a smoldering fire in a dust collector.

Council approves rezoning request for Masonic Lodge building in Wingham

By Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – A public meeting was held during the North Huron regular council meeting on Apr. 20 to…

Phantom of the Opera silent film with live organ coming to Wingham United Church

By Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – For families wondering if a nearly 100-year-old black‑and‑white silent film can…

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