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UWPH Brunch N’ Learn looks at homeless issue

Submitted September 10, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

On Sept. 5, the third annual Brunch N’ Learn event happened at the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham.  A  meal was enjoyed by those in attendance, followed by three guest speakers.  

The Meighen and King Tour in 1926

Cindy J. Sinko September 10, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In September 1926 the race was on to win a federal election and Perth County voters found…

Ensuring food and water safety during and after a power outage

Submitted September 10, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON/PERTH – Power outages continue to affect residents and businesses throughout Huron and Perth Counties following storms on Sept. 2 according to a Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) press release.

Pipe Organ Award returns following successful inaugural celebration

Submitted September 10, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – When nearly 200 people gathered at Sacred Heart Parish in Walkerton last October, few could have predicted just how successful Grey Bruce’s newest musical tradition would become.

Folmer Landscaping, gardens, garden centre announces pollinator meadow

Submitted September 10, 2026Columns, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Folmer Landscaping, Botanical Gardens and Garden Centre has created a 10-acre native meadow to support pollinators on its rural Walkerton property in Bruce County.

Museum and Cultural Centre presents, A Travelers Journey with Black and White Film

Submitted September 10, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SOUTHAMPTON – The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites the public to attend the opening reception of A Travelers Journey with Black and White Film, a new exhibition by local artist Dian Wise, on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Walkerton FC claims top Southwest spot

Submitted September 10, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – It has been a busy summer at the Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park in Walkerton with local league and rep teams of all ages tearing up the pitch according to a release from club representatives. 

UWPH Brunch N’ Learn looks at homeless issue

Submitted September 10, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – On Sept. 5, the third annual Brunch N’ Learn event happened at the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham.  A meal was enjoyed by those in attendance, followed by three guest speakers. 

Wingham announces expanded schedule for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Submitted September 10, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In a historic first for the community, Wingham is opening its doors to  all who wish to stand in solidarity for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 

United Way sets new co-chairs

Submitted September 10, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News

STRATFORD – On the cusp of United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) latest fundraising campaign, UWPH recently announced the organization’s Stratford-Perth co-chairs for the 2026-27 campaign, Marian deWever and June Leitch.

Fall Farm Frolic open doors to explore Huron County farms, food and arts

Submitted September 3, 2026Agriculture, Arts & Entertainment, Business, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

This free, self-guided event will open the gates at seven farms and agricultural businesses across Huron County.

Huron County CAO re-elected to AMO Board of Directors

Submitted September 3, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in late August, Meighan Wark, CAO for the County of Huron was re-elected to the AMO Board of Directors, representing the County Caucus. 

Hepburn, Kuepfer lead in crokinole

Submitted September 3, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SCONE – The Scone crokinole games on Aug. 19 brought out a number of players. 

Regier leads the way at euchre

Submitted September 3, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

RIPLEY – Euchre results at the Walkerton library on Wednesday, Aug. 26.

Medical officer of health, subsequent interim replacement set for GBPH

Submitted September 3, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

OWEN SOUND – Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) recently announced that Dr. Brittany Graham has been appointed to the permanent position of Grey-Bruce’s medical officer of health (MOH) and chief executive officer (CEO) of GBPH after serving in an acting capacity in this role since April 16. 

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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.

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.

Fire department sees busy summer, holds PTSD awareness session

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.

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

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.

Construction value this quarter $7,744,375

By Rachel Hammermueller

Comparatively, in 2025 construction value was $2,090,172.50 with 21 permits. 

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