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Arrest made in Listowel disturbance call

Submitted July 9, 2026Listowel Banner, Police

LISTOWEL – One individual has been arrested and two charges have been laid following an investigation here on June 30.

Brockton unveils community fish and launches Find the Fish Walking Adventure

Submitted July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Residents and visitors are invited to explore Walkerton in a whole new way this summer with the re-launch of the Fish Art Walking Tour, the unveiling of a brand-new Community Fish sculpture, and the launch of the Find the Fish Walking Adventure.

OPP seek help with cycling collision

Submitted July 9, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

GEORGIAN BLUFFS – Grey-Bruce OPP are investigating a serious collision that occurred on Grey Road 1 near the regional airport in Georgian Bluffs on July 5 at 11:36 a.m.

Police urge e-bike riders to be aware of rules

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

ORILLIA - The OPP are reminding the public to know the rules and regulations governing e-bikes before taking to the road or trail this summer.

Westario Power provides update on proposed transaction with ERTH

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Westario Power Inc. held its annual general meeting on June 24, providing shareholders with an update on the company’s operations, strategic direction, and the sale of the utility to ERTH Corporation.

Two Brockton residents charged with firearms offences after search warrant executed

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Police, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

BROCKTON - A search warrant executed in Brockton has resulted in the seizure of two firearms and the arrest of two Brockton residents.

100 Women Who Care presents milestone $40,000 donation to TenThirtyFive Grey Bruce

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce recently presented a milestone donation of $40,000 to TenThirtyFive Grey Bruce following the organization’s May meeting. 

Province highlights $10 million in spending to support operations and reduce wait times at hospitals in Bruce and Grey counties

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE-GREY - The Ontario government is investing a total of $10,210,000 to support improved operations and reduced wait times for hospitals within South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Brightshores Health System, and Hanover and District Hospital.

Sicard, Ernewein top card score board

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Euchre results for seniors’ cards at the Walkerton library on Wednesday, June 24.

Bruce Grey Child and Family Services seeks local foster care-giver for 10-year-old

Submitted July 2, 2026Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE-GREY -  Bruce Grey Child & Family Services are looking for a foster caregiver/s in this area for Marcus, a 10-year-old boy. If something in you is already leaning forward, this is for you.

GBPH seeks information on dog bite incidents in region

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - Grey Bruce Public Health is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owners of dogs involved in two unrelated dog-bite incidents – one that took place Tuesday, June 23, in Owen Sound, and another that took place Wednesday, June 24, in Hanover.

GBPH encourages residents to take precautions during extreme heat event

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - With daily temperatures expected hitting 30°C or more this week, Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) is reminding residents and visitors to take important steps to prevent potential heat-related illnesses.

Joey Havers Memorial Walk raises over $10,000 for hospital

Submitted July 2, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The first annual Steps that Give Back: Joey Havers Memorial Walk held on June 13 generated $10,554 for the Wingham and District Hospital.

Queen Elizabeth II visits Perth County

Submitted July 2, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, Pieces of the Past, Rural

It was during this week, 29 years ago, that communities across Perth County were gripped by “Royal Mania” when Queen Elizabeth II visited during an official Royal Tour of Canada.

Perth County OPP lay 66 stop sign-related charges in one week

Submitted July 2, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

OPP across the region continue to focus on stop sign and complete stop education and safety. 

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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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Intimate Partner Violence response an employers’ responsibility, new consultation service helps workplaces prepare

“Meeting this obligation calls for a clear workplace policy and program, proactive risk assessments, and staff training,” and many workplaces lack this expertise.

Kin Trail Bridge replaced under reconstruction

LISTOWEL – Construction workers were visible last week working on the Kin Trail Bridge, on the North Perth Trail section between Victoria Avenue South and Salisbury Avenue South, in Listowel.

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IPM marks Year of the Woman Farmer

WALKERTON - Ten women from Bruce County and the surrounding area were recognized for their contributions to agriculture and rural communities during a special ceremony at the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo.

Nitrogen levels remain elevated at one Teeswater River monitoring site

OUTH BRUCE - Elevated nitrogen levels at one Teeswater River monitoring site have exceeded the federal objective every year since monitoring began, prompting questions from South Bruce council about whether more investigation is needed into where the nutrient is coming from.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Charbonneau calls draft transit study ‘significant first step’

WALKERTON – While Bruce County council members expressed mixed opinions about the report on the draft Bruce-Dufferin-Grey-Wellington (BDGW) Regional Transit Study, Warden Luke Charbonneau (Saugeen Shores) took a different view.

Community rallies to help hospital foundation with donations

The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation has had a busy summer fundraising for initiatives like the X-Ray Suite+ Campaign.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Beard honoured with naming of new pavilion at Wawanosh Valley

Local dignitaries, Maitland Conservation (MC) staff members, volunteers, donors and guests were welcomed to the Wawanosh Valley Conservation Area last month to mark the opening of a new pavilion there named after long-time MC staff member and General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer Phil Beard.

Grenade in donated goods leads to evacuation of downtown Wingham

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) report that a box containing an “item... of concern” resulted in a significant police presence and evacuation of the Wingham downtown core last week.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.”

Columnists

Beard honoured with naming of new pavilion at Wawanosh Valley

By Denny Scott

Local dignitaries, Maitland Conservation (MC) staff members, volunteers, donors and guests were welcomed to the Wawanosh Valley Conservation Area last month to mark the opening of a new pavilion there named after long-time MC staff member and General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer Phil Beard.

Grenade in donated goods leads to evacuation of downtown Wingham

By Denny Scott

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) report that a box containing an “item... of concern” resulted in a significant police presence and evacuation of the Wingham downtown core last week.

Fire department sees busy summer, holds PTSD awareness session

By Rachel Hammermueller

During these months there were 51 incidents reported, 26 in North Huron, nine in Morris-Turnberry, eight in Central Huron and three in Ashfield-ColborneWawanosh.

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