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Kelsey Bent

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

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. 

Teeswater family appears on Family Feud Canada

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

Locally known for their musical talents and step dancing skills, the Ballagh family will soon be known across the nation, as they will appear on an episode of Family Feud Canada this week. 

POW-NNW ask South Bruce council to rescind motion, proceed with October referendum

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

Protect Our Waterways – No Nuclear Waste (POW-NNW) wants South Bruce council to take control of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s (NWMO) process they are participating in, which could see the municipality host a deep geological repository (DGR) for the nation’s nuclear waste. 

South Bruce building permits fees surpass $187,000 for the second year in a row

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

outh Bruce issued more building permits than ever before in 2021.

Dr. Mousa joins the team at Royal Oaks Clinic, Wingham & District Hospital

Kelsey Bent January 14, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

According to the new doctor in town, the community has offered him and his wife a warm welcome.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Food, drinks, candles and cosmetics: Beekeeping in Perth County

For generations, professional and hobbyist beekeepers throughout Perth County have been harvesting honey and other hive products for a variety of purposes. Delicious food and drinks, candles, cosmetics, and natural remedies are a few everyday uses for this versatile harvest.   

In Photos: The 170th Listowel Fair

Started in 1856, the 170th Listowel Fair was hosted on July 12-16, 2026.

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce seeks new roof repair proposals after no contractors submit bids

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce will seek proposals directly from qualified roofing contractors after receiving no bids for planned repairs at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre and Mildmay Carrick Recreation Centre.

South Bruce reports pool repairs, energy compliance and recreation policy changes

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has received an update on several recreation and facilities matters, including repairs to the Teeswater Culross Community Centre pool.

See all Mildmay area articles.

OPP seeks information from public following fatal ACW collision

HURON – Huron OPP are asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed or has dashcam footage of a single-vehicle collision July 19 in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.

WOWC advocates for equitable transit funding and other strategic priorities

WALKERTON – Kate Burns Gallagher of the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus (WOWC) provided Bruce County council with an update on strategic priorities and advocacy, as well as some attention-getting numbers.

See all Walkerton area articles.

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Columnists

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

By Rachel Hammermueller

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

Assault charge withdrawn in Mills case

By Rachel Hammermueller

George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident charged in connection with an altercation in February resulting in North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, had one charge – Assault Causing Bodily Harm – dropped by the Crown.

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