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Kelsey Bent

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

Ironmen jet past Flyers, free fall against Hawks

Kelsey Bent October 28, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen split the weekend with a 5-2 win over the Goderich Flyers, and a 3-0 loss against the Mitchell Hawks. 

Howick Fire Department awarded FCC AgriSpirit funding

Kelsey Bent October 27, 2021Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 88 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.

McDonagh Insurance celebrates 90 years in business

Kelsey Bent October 27, 2021Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Little did the late John A. McDonagh know that his decision to better support his family by transitioning from farming to the insurance industry would go on to support four generations of his family after him.

Fordwich United Church closes, trustees prepare for sale

Kelsey Bent October 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021 the final worship service was held at the Fordwich United Church after close to 96 years. 

Ye Olde Spooky House to return

Kelsey Bent October 20, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – The Ye Olde Spook Haus will return this fall, and scarier than ever.

South Bruce seeking comments for recreation master plan

Kelsey Bent October 20, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Municipal staff say the key to the success of the South Bruce Recreation Master Plan is participation and input from all residents and stakeholders. 

Ireland suggests additional councillor involvement in choosing municipal legal services

Kelsey Bent October 20, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Councillor Mark Ireland’s opinion on the hiring process of legal services was not shared by the majority of council in the most recent meeting, despite having their support in a July meeting.

How to make scary movies scarier

Kelsey Bent October 20, 2021Columns

As I look around and see the pumpkins carved into jack-o’-lanterns and other Halloween decorations, it reignites my love of everything that falls under the genre of horror. 

Howick to waive fees for advertisements on arena boards

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Oct. 5, Howick council agreed to staff’s recommendation to waive the fees for the advertisements on the arena boards and Olympia at the Howick Community Centre (HCC) for the 2021-22 season.

Ironmen’s winning streak comes to an end against Mitchell

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen split the Thanksgiving weekend with a 4-3 win against the Hanover Barons and a 1-0 loss against the Mitchell Hawks.

Howick to seek additional support from OPP regarding bylaw enforcement issues in Wroxeter

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Unsure of what more can be done to resolve bylaw enforcement issues in Wroxeter, Howick council decided to ask the OPP for help.

Ironmen humiliate Hawks, fight Flyers in season start

Kelsey Bent October 7, 2021Sports

The Wingham Ironmen kicked off the long-awaited 2021-22 Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) season with a pair of wins over the Walkerton Hawks and the Goderich Flyers.

Wingham BIA encourage public to report walking bridge vandalism

Kelsey Bent October 7, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Members of the Wingham BIA, as well as members of the community, have noticed reoccurring vandalism to the Wingham Walking Bridge.

Wingham and District Hospital Foundation aims to raise $76K in upcoming radiothon

Kelsey Bent October 7, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

If the past year and a half have taught us anything, it is how important it is to have access to quality health care. 

Teeswater Medical Centre steering committee share plans with council

Kelsey Bent October 6, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Plans for a medical clinic in Teeswater are shaping up thanks to many hours from a group of volunteers. 

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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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