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Kelsey Bent

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

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. 

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.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

See all Mildmay area articles.

‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Columnists

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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