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Fatal house fire in Teeswater under investigation

Midwestern Newspapers February 18, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A house fire in Teeswater earlier today has claimed the life of one individual.

North Perth resident charged with assault

Midwestern Newspapers February 18, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.

Police looking to identify two shoplifting suspects in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Police

Police are looking to identify two people in relation to a shoplifting investigation at a business in Listowel.

Wingham ED to be closed Feb. 18-19 due to lack of staff

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The emergency department (ED) at the Wingham and District Hospital will be closed overnight on Saturday.

Perth East resident charged with spousal assault

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth East resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.

Local charged with three counts of shoplifting

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Police

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

Police seek suspects in Listowel break and enter

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Police

Police are looking for suspects after a business/residence was broken into earlier this month

Midwestern Newspapers receives 12 OCNA award nominations

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) announced the finalists for its 2021 Better Newspapers Competition this week, with Midwestern Newspapers picking up 12 nominations in recognition of some top-tier local news coverage last year.

Police investigating theft of swing from Listowel school playground 

Midwestern Newspapers February 14, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Police are investigating after the theft of a swing from a school in Listowel.

One charged following threat at Walkerton school

Midwestern Newspapers February 14, 2022Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

One person is in custody following a reported threat at a school in Walkerton this morning.

Guilty plea entered in 2019 death of Brockton man

Midwestern Newspapers February 10, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

Ronald Seifried, 60, of West Grey pleaded guilty in Walkerton Court on Feb. 2, to charges of dangerous driving causing death, and failing to remain and provide assistance.

North Huron man crashes stolen vehicle, facing several charges

Midwestern Newspapers February 10, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

A North Huron resident is facing several charges following a string of events that took place last month in Wingham.

West Grey defendant enters guilty plea in 2019 death of Brockton man

Midwestern Newspapers February 9, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Ronald Seifried, 60, of West Grey pleaded guilty in Walkerton Court on Feb. 2, to charges of dangerous driving causing death, and failing to remain and provide assistance.

Driver charged with impaired operation

Midwestern Newspapers February 9, 2022Police

Perth County Ontario Provincial Police officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program on Jan. 29 just before 1 a.m. on Mill Street East, in Perth East, when a vehicle stop was conducted.

Shoplifter charged in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers February 9, 2022Police

A person has been charged for theft after they were caught shoplifting at a local business.

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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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Small-Town Strip Club: fueling their journey with small-town support

“Everybody in our hometown knows us, for the most part if they’re into rock music…we’ve been really onto that next step as a band – continuing to break out and find supporters and genuine fans.” -John Yundt

United Way meets milestone donation ahead of schedule

LISTOWEL – The Music Hall Apartments project has reached its capital campaign goal, marking a…

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BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

Board reviews strategic plan progress

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.

See all Mildmay area articles.

BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

X-Ray Suite+ campaign surpasses $1 million milestone for new diagnostic imaging equipment

WALKERTON — The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation is recently announced that the X-Ray Suite+ Replacement Campaign has officially surpassed the $1 million raised mark, bringing the community one step closer to transforming diagnostic imaging services at the hospital.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

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Editorial

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

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

By Heather MacEwen

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

By Heather MacEwen

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

National Indigenous Peoples Day opening ceremony precedes the premiere of The Creation Story of Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink, by local media producer

By Heather MacEwen

BLYTH – Blyth Festival Theatre was the location of a well-attended drumming circle and knowledge…

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