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Easter egg hunt to be held in Wingham on March 30

Midwestern Newspapers March 28, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Lions are hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 between 10-10:30 a.m. in Cruickshank Park. 

OPP investigating latest incidents of mischief, hate crimes in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the perpetrators in relation to mischief incidents reported in Listowel last week. 

March 21st turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, Opinion

Ten Years Ago 2014 – Canadian rock and country musician Dallas Smith performed at the sold-out,…

Three killed in collision west of Wroxeter, March 14

Midwestern Newspapers March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

A two-vehicle collision involving a passenger car and pickup truck has claimed the lives of all three occupants in Howick Township, between Wroxeter and Bluevale. 

AMDSB moves April 19 PA Day due to solar eclipse

Midwestern Newspapers March 7, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

As a result of the rare total solar eclipse occurring on Monday, April 8, and out of an abundance of caution, the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) will be rescheduling the April PA Day.

World Day of Prayer set for March 1

Midwestern Newspapers February 22, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Everyone is welcome to attend the Listowel Mennonite Church on Friday, March 1 and services held in over 1,000 communities across Canada to help recognize the 2024 World Day of Prayer.

Midwestern Newspapers receives 16 provincial award nominations, Feb. 13

Midwestern Newspapers February 22, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) announced the finalists for its 2023 Better Newspapers Competition awards on Feb. 13, with Midwestern Newspapers receiving 16 nominations across a number of categories.

Hanover council passes 6.84 per cent budget increase

Midwestern Newspapers February 8, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Hanover council passed its 2024 budget in a special meeting Jan. 29 that lasted just under five hours.

Bruce County advocates for local needs during recent ROMA conference

Midwestern Newspapers February 8, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County recently sent a delegation of local politicians and staff to advocate for local needs at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference. The 2024 conference theme, Closer to Home, speaks directly to the need for services locally.

ETPS students win gold, bronze at Junk Drawer Races

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Elma Township Public School (ETPS) Grade 8 students brought home gold and bronze medals from the recent Junk Drawer Races competition. ETPS won gold and bronze in the Hydraulic Crane Competition.

Listowel McDonald’s closed for renovations

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2024Business, Listowel Banner

McDonald’s restaurant in Listowel will be closed through the month while continuing renovations take place at the north-end establishment.

Hanover police make drug bust during traffic stop

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2024Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Jan. 25 at 8:30 p.m., police initiated a traffic stop when they recognized a 30-year-old West Grey man wanted in a previous incident. The man was a passenger in the vehicle.

Hanover police arrest suspects in stolen vehicle

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2024Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Jan. 26, at 5:50 a.m., Hanover police responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot of an apartment complex on 11th Avenue.

Atwood Lions now offering livestream of outdoor rink

Midwestern Newspapers January 24, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Atwood Lions Club has made accessing its outdoor skating rink easier, with the recent addition of a livestream video link to keep users updated on the status of the ice.

Ottawa Senators name Peters team’s goalie coach

Midwestern Newspapers January 17, 2024Sports, Wingham Advance Times

On Monday afternoon, the Ottawa Senators announced Justin Peters as the team’s new goalie coach.

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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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Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

See all Listowel area articles.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Robinson joins candidates running for council in Brockton

Candidates continue to register for the upcoming municipal election with Christine Robinson filing to run as a councillor in Brockton.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Breakfast and big rigs

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

See all Walkerton area articles.

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…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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.

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.

Columnists

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

By Pauline Kerr

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

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

By Cory Bilyea

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

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

By Cory Bilyea

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

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