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Hanover man charged, stolen vehicle recovered in Mapleton Township

Midwestern Newspapers June 7, 2023Local News, News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

A Hanover man is facing several charges, including theft of a motor vehicle, following an incident in Mapleton Township on June 6.

Two-vehicle crash near Dorking claims life of North Perth resident

Midwestern Newspapers June 7, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

A two-vehicle crash near Dorking yesterday afternoon has claimed one life and sent two others to hospital.

Open-air fire ban issued in Huron County

Midwestern Newspapers June 2, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Fire chiefs in Huron County have issued an open-air fire ban, effective immediately.

Four Madill athletes take home top prizes at WOSSAA

Midwestern Newspapers June 1, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The WOSSAA Track and Field Championships took place on May 25-26, 2023 at the Western Alumni Stadium in London.

Hanover man faces firearms charges

Midwestern Newspapers June 1, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

What police are referring to as a neighbour dispute on the 600 block of 10th Avenue, Hanover, on May 26 ended with a 55-year-old man being charged with various weapons offences.

OHC referendum: Local residents give a resounding ‘no’ to privatizing health care

Midwestern Newspapers June 1, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Friday, May 26 and Saturday, May 27, people from all over Grey and Bruce counties participated in a grassroots referendum on public or private health care. They voted yes or no to the following question: Do you want your public hospital services to be privatized for for-profit hospitals and clini

Local schools host track and field meets

Midwestern Newspapers June 1, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

Milverton Public, North Perth Westfield, and Listowel Christian schools held their annual track and field meets last week under sunny skies, as the end of the elementary school year edges ever closer.

Workplace fatality leads to hefty fine against Chepstow company

Midwestern Newspapers May 11, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A Chepstow-based company has been fined $110,000, plus a 25 per cent victim fine surcharge, by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development following the death of a worker in January 2020.

Weekend Wheelers claim pair of trophies at May Madness

Midwestern Newspapers May 11, 2023News

A pair of local spring hockey teams have returned home from Toronto with a pair of trophies.

Region’s unemployment rate hits 6% in April

Midwestern Newspapers May 5, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The region’s unemployment rate has hit its highest point in more than two years.

Masking to remain mandatory in clinical areas at LWHA sites

Midwestern Newspapers May 3, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) has worked closely with its partners in infection prevention and control to ensure patients, staff, physicians and families/caregivers are safe and protected while in local hospitals.

OPP issues public safety warning about lethal substance being sold online

Midwestern Newspapers May 3, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Police have issued a warning for Ontario residents about a potentially lethal substance being sold and distributed within the province.

Milwaukee tools stolen from Atwood business

Midwestern Newspapers April 28, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

Police are investigating the theft of several Milwaukee tools from an Atwood business.

Two teens charged after damaging pavilion in North Perth park

Midwestern Newspapers April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

Two teens have been charged by Perth County OPP following a mischief investigation.

Barn broken in to in North Perth, police investigating

Midwestern Newspapers April 27, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP are investigating a break and enter to a barn on Perth Line 72 in the Municipality of North Perth. 

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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