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Mike Wilson

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IN PHOTOS: Elma Township Public School 2023 Holiday Concert

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

The students of Elma Township Public School hosted its annual holiday concert on Wednesday, Dec. 13 in the school gymnasium. Those in attendance were treated to eight different musical numbers, while also learning about different holiday traditions.

‘I’ve been taken advantage of’

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

As a parent, one of the worst imaginable phone calls you could receive is that your child has been involved in a car accident.

Lancers shellacked by Royals in OEHL action

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

There wasn’t much for the Lucknow Lancers to write home about on Sunday afternoon.

South Bruce formally approves multi-year funding agreement with NWMO

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

South Bruce council has formally approved the latest Multi-Year Funding Agreement (MYFA) with the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO).

Teeswater Medical Centre expected to open in January

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Teeswater Medical Centre Committee is closing in on two milestones – the opening of the building on Teeswater’s main street, and its $2.6 million fundraising goal.

Thundercats earn split in weekend OEHL action

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Durham Thundercats found the back of the net plenty of times in two Ontario Elite Hockey League games on the weekend, but were only able to secure one win in a pair of contests.

All I can do is drink to that…

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Columns

We’re becoming more and more like the United States of America every day.

Another slow month of home sales in Brockton

Mike Wilson December 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The slow movement of home sales in Brockton continued in November.

Drives back in win column after thumping Lancers

Mike Wilson December 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

The Milverton Four Wheel Drives are back in the win column after a dominant 7-2 win over the Lucknow Lancers on home ice on Dec. 9.

November home sales strong in North Perth

Mike Wilson December 14, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News

For the third consecutive month, the number of homes sold in North Perth was up over the previous month.

100.1FM The Ranch’s toy and food drive raises over $20K

Mike Wilson December 13, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

The third annual holiday food and toy drive conducted by 100.1FM The Ranch was a success, raising more than $20,000 for local charities on Dec. 6. “It was a great day, the community really comes together,” said Nick Cadotte, general manager of 100.1FM The Ranch. “In a year that we know people are st

Bell, let’s talk

Mike Wilson December 13, 2023Columns

“I’m going to go back to the fact that we’re not funding anything at this point.”

Royals hold off Thundercats in OEHL action

Mike Wilson December 13, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

A late charge was not enough for the Thundercats to claw their way to victory, as Durham dropped a 5-4 decision to the Tavistock Royals in Ontario Elite Hockey League action on Saturday night.

South Bruce gets first look at 2024 capital budget

Mike Wilson December 13, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council met on Dec. 6 to get its first look at the 2024 budget.

Groups ‘disappointed’ by provincial minister’s response to DGR petition

Mike Wilson December 13, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A northern Ontario alliance and Protect our Waterways have expressed disappointment but not surprise at Ontario Minister of Energy Todd Smith’s response to a recent petition to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.

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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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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

See all Walkerton area articles.

County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

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…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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