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Mike Wilson

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McKeown signs with Colorado Avalanche

Mike Wilson August 5, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

Roland McKeown is taking his talents to Colorado.

Making Listowel – and Canada – proud

Mike Wilson August 5, 2021Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Sports

It was a heck of a week for Listowel’s Corey Conners.

We have a third dog?

Mike Wilson August 5, 2021Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

As the headline of this column suggests, I didn’t realize that there are not two but three dogs in my house. Sort of.

Changes to Drainage Act could have positive long-term impact for local farmers

Mike Wilson July 29, 2021Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Recently announced changes to the Drainage Act could bring more drainage projects to life in Brockton.

Huron County municipalities to review planning fees report

Mike Wilson July 29, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Director of Planning Sandra Weber presented a report to the councillors of Morris-Turnberry, updating them on the progress of the Planning Fees Review Working Group, which will now be sent to the surrounding municipalities for approval.

North Huron council approves recruitment process for director of finance

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has elected to move forward with recruiting a new Director of Finance.

North Huron to look at option for dealing with food waste

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Many people wonder how to dispose of food waste that attracts animals and produces methane gas without filling local landfills.

Former Cyclones netminder signs with Hanover Barons

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

The Hanover Barons will have a distinct Listowel flavour this coming Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) season.

GOJHL encouraging, but not mandating COVID-19 vaccinations

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

As of now, the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) will not follow the Ontario Hockey League’s (OHL) lead of mandating COVID-19 vaccinations.

Thompson re-signs with Adirondack Thunder

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Listowel Banner, Sports

Listowel native Blake Thompson is returning to Adirondack.

Listowel BIA sponsoring free concert on Aug. 10

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner

The sounds of live music will soon be emanating from Memorial Park’s amphitheatre. The Listowel BIA is sponsoring a free concert on Tuesday, Aug. 10, featuring Listowel native Sarah Pratt-Parsamian.

Finding the time to doodle

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Brian Rogers has always been a “doodler.” As a youngster in his early teens, Rogers would spend hours drawing. Whether it was in class, at home or work, he found time to doodle on anything he could find.

The Midwestern Ontario Theory of Relativity

Mike Wilson July 28, 2021Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

As someone married to an “out-of-towner,” I quite often find myself playing six degrees of separation with my wife.

Council agrees to the sale of former Wingham Trailer Park property

Mike Wilson July 22, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has given its stamp of approval to a purchase and sale agreement for the former Wingham Trailer Park property.

‘No matter how big, you need to reach out to us’

Mike Wilson July 15, 2021Listowel Banner, Local News, News

If you’re a ‘do-it-yourself’ person, you’ve likely completed a project at your home without requesting a locate before digging.

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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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Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

See all Listowel area articles.

Updates from South Bruce council clerk

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved a $38,000 tile drain loan and appointed members to a joint compliance audit committee following decisions made at its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Council approves September ice despite arena equipment concerns

TEESWATER – Consultants say September ice is not to blame for recent refrigeration failures at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre, despite concerns from council about increased equipment breakdowns after the extended season began.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Donations continue to come in to help the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite+ campaign.

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

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

OPP: Drug increase, violent crime decrease

Huron County OPP Detachment board met for their monthly meeting July 20, hearing the statistics of crime in top categories in May and June of this year. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Columnists

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

By Pauline Kerr

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

By Denny Scott

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

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