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Driver charged with impaired in North Perth

Midwestern Newspapers July 20, 2022Police

Another driver charged with an impaired related offence in the Municipality of North Perth.

Driver arrested at RIDE program

Midwestern Newspapers July 20, 2022Police

On June 30 at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint on Perth Line 88 in the Municipality of North Perth.  

Wroxeter driver charged in collision between ag sprayer, passenger vehicle

Midwestern Newspapers July 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

One person has been charged after a collision yesterday between a vehicle and a large piece of farm equipment.

Open air fire ban issued for Perth County

Midwestern Newspapers July 15, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Effective at midnight tonight (July 15), all open air fires are prohibited anywhere in Perth County, including the Town of St. Marys.

Police investigating theft of pigs from Huron East barn

Midwestern Newspapers July 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP is asking the public for any information related to a recent theft of pigs from a barn in Huron East.

Chesley emergency department closed for portion of weekend

Midwestern Newspapers July 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Less than a month after reintroducing 24/7 service at the Chesley hospital’s emergency department, South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has announced temporary closures this coming weekend “due to a number of unexpected staff absences.”

Carrick Township man facing criminal charges

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

Police have issued a statement about the presence of the OPP West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) in Carrick Township last month.

Cannabis use leads to impaired charge

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

On June 18 at approximately 8:30 p.m., Perth County OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere program on Line 87 and Road 165 in the Municipality of North Perth.

Resident charged with impaired driving

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

On June 25 just before 10 p.m., Perth County OPP was dispatched to a traffic complaint on Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of West Perth.

Driver charged after vehicle hits transport truck

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

One person has been charged after they tried to avoid a collision at the last second.

North Perth CBO moves to Howick

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

At its June 21 meeting, Howick Township council approved hiring a new Chief Building Official, after the position’s predecessor, David Kopp, submitted a letter of resignation on May 3.

Golf Fore Hospice raises $77,378

Midwestern Newspapers June 29, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The fourth annual Golf Fore Hospice event held June 21 at the Walkerton Golf and Curling Club was successful in raising a remarkable total of $64,427 for the day (unofficial total).

Listowel Memorial Hospital emergency department to be closed for 14-hour span this weekend

Midwestern Newspapers June 29, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The emergency department at Listowel Memorial Hospital will be temporarily closed for a portion of the upcoming holiday weekend.

ATV stolen from Line 90 residence

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

On June 17, Perth County OPP received a report of a stolen all-terrain vehicle (ATV) from a residence on Line 90, in the Municipality of North Perth.

Shoplifter arrested in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

A suspect has been charged after stealing from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.

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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.

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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.”

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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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