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What makes a champion of the truth?

Midwestern Newspapers October 4, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

When you think of a champion, what comes to mind? Perhaps an athlete with a gold medal or a student winning an academic trophy? But what about another type of champion, the people who stand up for and defend our democracy – not with physical prowess, but with their words.

RIDE program nabs impaired driver with loaded handgun

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

One person is facing several charges following an impaired driving investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.

Walkerton DCS, Sacred Heart boys’ golf teams qualify for CWOSSA

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton District Community School and Sacred Heart High School boys’ golf teams are both headed for the CWOSSA Golf Championship following top-five performances at the Bluewater Athletics Association (BAA) Championship last week in Owen Sound.

Two local drivers charged with impaired

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

The South Bruce OPP arrested and charged two county residents with impaired driving over the weekend.

Britespan supports Salvation Army’s Youth Backpack program

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2023Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A local business continues its tradition of giving back to the community.

Brussels Tigers win Huron County Fastball League championship

Midwestern Newspapers September 20, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Brussels Tigers played as perfect a weekend of fastball as a team could hope for.

Construction underway at Teeswater Medical Centre

Midwestern Newspapers September 20, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After years of fundraising and work behind the scenes, construction of the Teeswater Medical Centre is well underway.

Wingham’s Riley Good plays key role in Canada’s bronze medal win at WBSC Americas Pan American Championship

Midwestern Newspapers September 13, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The U18 men’s national softball team captured the bronze medal in an exciting pitcher’s duel in extra innings against Argentina at the 2023 WBSC Americas Pan American Championship on Sunday, Sept. 10.

South Bruce Grey Health Centre announces another round of temporary ER closures

Midwestern Newspapers September 13, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has announced another round of temporary emergency department (ED) closures affecting hospitals in Walkerton and Durham, in addition to the extended closure already announced for Chesley.

Three local ladies vying for title of 2023-24 Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Three individuals are vying for the title of 2023-24 Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador.

Brockton resident charged in intimate partner violence investigation

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Aug. 24, South Bruce OPP responded to an address in Huron-Kinloss Township and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

Brockton man facing drug-related charges

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

A Brockton man has been charged by police with drug possession for the purpose of trafficking following the execution of a search warrant last month.

Suspicious vehicle complaint leads to impaired driving charge for Howick resident

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP has charged a Howick Township resident with Impaired Operation and a drug possession offence after a complaint was reported to police on Aug. 20. 

Planning Board launches 2023 Employee Survey

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The 2023 Employee Survey has launched.

Driver charged with impaired on the beach

Midwestern Newspapers September 6, 2023Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP charged a Huron East resident with Impaired Driving offences following complaints received by police on Aug. 20. 

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

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2026 International Plowing Match media day

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Columnists

Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

By Submitted

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

By Rachel Hammermueller

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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