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Kelsey Bent

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

Blyth Festival’s ‘Chase the Ace’ mocks pandemic life in the best way possible

Kelsey Bent September 16, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Wingham Advance Times

If you have had enough of pandemic life, and you’re ready to mock it, you need to see Blyth Festival’s original show Chase the Ace.

Six area bridges needing repairs

Kelsey Bent September 8, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Of the 41 bridges over a three-meter span  in South Bruce, six need repairs, according to a bridge inspection report presented to council on Aug. 24. 

Perth 4-H members compete at county championships

Kelsey Bent September 1, 2021Local News

NORTH PERTH – The Perth County 4-H Dairy Club conducted its 2021 championship show at David…

Locals say camper vans are making a comeback

Kelsey Bent September 1, 2021Local News

Pandemic related restrictions have led adventure-seeking Canadians to bring back a trend that was…

Council hears Formosa Homecoming plans, considers committee of council status

Kelsey Bent September 1, 2021Local News

SOUTH BRUCE – Plans are coming to together for the postponed Formosa Homecoming. Committee…

Profound praise for Café Daughter, Blyth Festival Theatre’s Harvest Stage

Kelsey Bent September 1, 2021Opinion

If I could only use one word to describe my first visit to the Blyth Festival Theatre’s new…

Howick to fill council vacancy based on 2018 votes

Kelsey Bent August 26, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The resignation at the council meeting last month left Howick council with the decision of how to fill the vacancy.

Huron County initiative aims to diversify local agriculture by putting marginal lands to better use

Kelsey Bent August 26, 2021News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The new agricultural product initiative, led by the Huron County economic development department, is encouraging local farmers to diversify their production by considering using their marginal lands for new crops.

Taste of Huron app to launch this fall

Kelsey Bent August 26, 2021Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County is launching an app this fall with the company 468Insider, which will allow users to earn and redeem points at local businesses. 

Huron County’s BR&E survey sitting at 12.5 per cent completion rate

Kelsey Bent August 19, 2021News, Wingham Advance Times

The survey phase of the Huron County Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) project has been underway since June 1.

South Bruce to use NWMO funding for landfill compactor

Kelsey Bent August 19, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Municipal staff presented two projects that would be suitable for the NWMO funding agreement at the Aug. 10 council meeting. 

Council discuss supporting before, after school program in Teeswater

Kelsey Bent August 19, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council passed a motion to support a before and after school program in Teeswater, as a one-year pilot project, should the registration numbers show the program will be financially feasible.

Wingham Ironmen eager for 2021-22 campaign

Kelsey Bent August 19, 2021Sports

Coming back from two heartbreaking seasons, the Wingham Ironmen are eager to get back on the ice.

Wingham Skating Club seeking volunteers for 2021-22 season

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

In preparation for their upcoming skating season, the Wingham Skating Club is seeking volunteers to help run their programming.

Howick applying for second grant for trail system

Kelsey Bent August 13, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

After a recommendation from staff, council decided to apply for a second grant to pay for the installation of a trail system within the Howick tri-villages.

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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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