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30th annual Soups On raised over $100,000 for Alzheimer’s

Submitted January 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News

Over 2,000 soup lovers attended the 30th anniversary Soups On fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Society of Huron/Perth at the Rotary Complex here on Jan. 11.

Bruce County wildfires devastate towns

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Pieces of the Past, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

In Jan. 2025 wildfires, driven by hurricane-force winds, invaded Los Angeles, destroying over 17,000 structures. Over a century ago, towns in Bruce County suffered similar, if much smaller, destruction.

Swans sponsor free skate

Submitted January 23, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Formosa Swans sponsored a free skate at the Formosa Outdoor Arena.

Walkerton’s St. Thomas Anglican Church celebrating 175th anniversary in 2025

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

St Thomas’ Anglican Church has 175 reasons to celebrate this year. The congregation will be marking 175 years of prayer and service in 2025.

Bruce County officials advocating for local needs at ROMA Conference

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The county is sending a delegation of politicians and staff to advocate for local needs at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference starting on Sunday, Jan. 19. 

Debbie (Foxton) Metcalfe’s Memories of Wingham (Part 1)

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Pieces of the Past, Wingham Advance Times

This is the 12th installment of a series initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society featuring articles on  memories from, or about, Wingham seniors.

Launch Pad Skills Training and Technology Centre closes its doors

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Launch Pad in Hanover is ceasing operations.

Walkerton Card results

Submitted January 23, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jan. 23., 2024

Farmers urge snowmobilers to use Ontario’s trail system responsibly

Submitted January 23, 2025Columns, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Another Ontario winter is in full swing and with that comes a wide range of winter sports that take people outside. A popular activity is snowmobiling – and Ontario is home to one of the largest interconnected snowmobiling trail systems anywhere.

Teeswater crokinole results

Submitted January 23, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Crokinole began  for 2025 on Jan. 8 at the Teeswater Community Centre.

Help announced for fraud victims

Submitted January 23, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Ontario Provincial Police Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has launched a new victim portal and website.

Ava Alexander meets qualifications to go to Junior National Weightlifting Championships in Saskatchewan

Submitted January 23, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports

Ava Alexander of Listowel met the qualifications to go to the Junior National Weightlifting Championships in Saskatchewan.

Kin Cares Youth Group holds first annual Family Snow Sculpture Day

Tyler Schaefer January 23, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

After two years of poor conditions, the Kin Cares Youth Group finally held their first annual Family Snow Sculpture Day on January 18. 

Chamber launches winter campaign to boost local spending by getting more Shop Local Dollars into circulation

Submitted January 23, 2025Listowel Banner, News

The North Perth Chamber of Commerce is calling on residents and employees across the region to help inject $50,000 in Shop Local Dollars back into the local economy this winter.

Celebrate Listowel’s 150th with artistic vision – Banner Design Program open to artists and designers

Submitted January 23, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA) is recently announced the launch of the…

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OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

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Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Food Bank donation from Batte Meats

150 nutritious and delicious meat pies to the Walkerton Food Bank.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers

At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Columnists

OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

By Rachel Hammermueller

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

By Submitted

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

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