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Kelsey Bent

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

Donna White shares gratitude for her 35-year career in municipal government

Kelsey Bent December 9, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The only Director of Finance the Municipality of North Huron has ever known is retiring. 

Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment Committee asks South Bruce for $21K for 2022 

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment committee has set a budget of $85,000 for 2022.

Council addresses letter about lack of Remembrance Day service in Teeswater

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A Teeswater community member expressed the hurt she felt when the Municipality of South Bruce did not host a Remembrance Day ceremony in Teeswater on Nov. 11.

South Bruce vaccination policy delayed

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A survey was issued to South Bruce municipal staff to provide an opportunity to voluntarily disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status. The results showed that less than 20 per cent of all employees chose to disclose this information.

Wingham Golf and Curling Club hosts World Curling Tour event

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021News

The Wingham Golf and Curling Club hosted the World Curling Tour's Part II Bistro Ladies Classic from Nov. 26-28.

Ironmen knock off the Barons in overtime

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Last weekend the Wingham Ironmen pulled off their second win against the Hanover Barons this season with Matt Tolton scoring the game-winning goal five minutes into overtime.

Howick staff to report back on OMERS net loss

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick council has asked their treasurer to bring back a report in response to correspondence from CUPE Ontario that states the Ontario Municipal Employee Retirement System (OMERS) posted a net loss of 2.7 per cent last year.

Council agrees to change zoning at Mildmay Freshmart plaza

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

South Bruce council decided to amend their zoning bylaw to make a vacant unit in Mildmay more attractive to interested tenants.

Council allocates $17K from NWMO funding to upgrade administration equipment

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A report from Deputy Clerk Vivian Kennedy asked council to approve the purchase of a folder/inserter machine, and a postage machine at the combined price of $17,555. 

IN PHOTOS – 2021 Wingham Santa Claus Parade

Kelsey Bent December 2, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Lions Club hosted the 2021 Wingham Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, Nov. 27.

Ironmen forward headed to PJHL prospect game Dec. 11

Kelsey Bent November 25, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) hosts an annual prospect day where the best 16- and 17-year-old players can showcase their talents in front of scouts from Jr. A and Jr. B hockey leagues.

Shelley Blackmore kicks off Liberal campaign in Huron-Bruce

Kelsey Bent November 25, 2021Local News, News, Ontario Election 2022, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Supporters gathered at the Brussels Four Winds Barn on Nov. 17 to kick-start  Liberal candidate Shelley Blackmore’s campaign in the Huron-Bruce riding.

Wingham Foodland’s Christmas tree fundraiser is back

Kelsey Bent November 25, 2021Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham Foodland is teaming up with the Wingham and District hospital this holiday season.

Wingham BIA sets policy for incoming LED sign

Kelsey Bent November 25, 2021Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham BIA has purchased a LED sign, to be placed at the corner of Josephine Street and Amberly Road.

South Bruce willingness study finds majority want a referendum

Kelsey Bent November 17, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

“Generally, there was a preference for a referendum,” Katrina McCullough said while presenting the results of the willingness study to South Bruce council on Nov. 9.

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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.

See all Listowel area articles.

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…

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

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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