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Kelsey Bent

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

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.

Mayor scolds POW-NNW for spreading false information

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

Council discussed the recent launch of Protect Our Waterways – No Nuclear Waste’s (POW-NNW) year-long ‘Our Risk, Our Choice, We Deserve a Referendum’ campaign at its Nov. 9 council meeting.

IN PHOTOS – Remembrance Day 2021 in Wingham

Kelsey Bent November 17, 2021Local News, Wingham Advance Times

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Wingham Legion member, RCN veteran recalls his time spent on H.M.C.S Sackville

Kelsey Bent November 17, 2021Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (H.M.C.S.) Sackville is the last remaining Allied corvette from the Second World War, and it continues to serve as Canada’s Naval Memorial in Halifax.

Howick Community Centre opening plan changes

Kelsey Bent November 11, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Oct. 25 the provincial government lifted capacity limits in the vast majority of settings where proof of vaccination is required, such as: 

Celebrate Coastal Coffee’s holiday market, open house goes Nov. 27 – 28

Kelsey Bent November 11, 2021Business, Wingham Advance Times

After a year and a half of renovations, Coastal Coffee’s new headquarters inside the former Ashfield Presbyterian Church will open to the public on Nov. 27 and 28. 

Boho Tide boutique opens in new downtown location after recent online success

Kelsey Bent November 11, 2021Business, Wingham Advance Times

Last week, Boho Tide boutique opened in a new location on Wingham’s main street.

COVID-19 financial impact surpasses 300K in Howick Township

Kelsey Bent November 11, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Treasurer Brenda Weishar for Howick presented a report to council on Nov. 2 detailing the costs related to the COVID-19 pandemic from January 2021 to Sept. 30, 2021.

Ironmen split weekend games against Flyers, Barons

Kelsey Bent November 10, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen (8-4-0) kicked off another weekend of the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) with a big 9-1 win over the Goderich Flyers before being shut out by the Hanover Barons.

New Ironmen signees Visser, Donaldson show their worth in first game

Kelsey Bent November 4, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen answered the Mount Forest Patriots’ previous shut out with a 6-3 win last Friday night at home thanks to returning players and new signees.

IN PHOTOS – 2021 Festival of Lanterns in Wingham

Kelsey Bent November 4, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – The Festival of Lanterns in downtown Wingham was once again a success on Oct. 29.

South Bruce rec department introduces new refund policy

Kelsey Bent November 3, 2021Local News, News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The recreation department has seen an increase in requests for refunds this year. 

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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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