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Vice-Chair says WOWC backs province, feds response to tariffs

Submitted February 20, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

The vice-chair of the Western Ontario Wardens Caucus recently issued a statement on the threat of US tariffs on Canadian goods.

South Bruce OPP reports 26 fraud incidents so far this year

Submitted February 20, 2025Local News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

The South Bruce OPP are warning residents to be cautious of fraudulent encounters by telephone, online, or other means.

AMDSB announces new name, look for adult and continuing education program

Submitted February 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

According to a previous release, the AMDSB Centre for Employment and Learning is no longer providing employment services as of Feb. 1.

Bruce libraries booking appointments for community tax filing assistance program

Submitted February 20, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is returning to the Bruce County Public Library Branches for the 2025 tax season.

Police warn residents to be on the alert for scams

Submitted February 20, 2025Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

To date this year, South Bruce OPP have received 26 fraud-related reports, and are warning people to be cautious.

Collision closes Highway 86 on Feb. 5

Submitted February 20, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police, Rural

LISTOWEL – A single motor vehicle collision involving a tree took place on Highway 86, just west…

Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Remembrance Contests recognized by Listowel branch

Submitted February 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – Local winners in the annual Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Remembrance Contests…

Starting a new life in 1870s Canada

Megan Lockhart February 20, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In the 1870s, during the stiflingly hot summer months, who did the residents of Stratford go to…

School board seeks partners to provide before and after school care programs

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Many Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) schools provide space for licensed childcare providers to offer before and after school services to families.

Museum to host storm chaser for family day

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

This Family Day, Feb. 17, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites visitors of all ages to experience a day of nature-themed fun, with a variety of interactive activities and special presentations from storm chaser and photographer David T. Chapman.

January unemployment rate increases to 5.8%

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula  Economic Region jumped to 5.8 per cent, also the biggest increase (+2 percentage points) across Ontario.

Love, Loss and What I Wore coming to Hanover Civic Theatre

Submitted February 13, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Love, Loss and What I Wore, written by Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron, follows a  collection of stories by Ilene Beckerman, about the nostalgic power of women’s clothing.  

January unemployment rate for Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increases to 5.8%

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula  Economic Region jumped to 5.8 per cent, also the biggest increase (2 percentage points) across Ontario, after sitting at one of the lowest in the province for months.

Brussels resident charged with sexual interference of youth; 145 snowmobile-related deaths in past decade, says OPP report

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

An individual was charged with multiple criminal offences following a traffic complaint involving a snowmobile on Feb. 2.

U18 Midget Rep win Parry Sound Bobby Orr tourney

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

On the weekend of Dec. 13-15  the South Bruce Blades U18 (Midget) rep team traveled to Parry Sound to play in the annual Bobby Orr “Hall of Fame” Tier 3 tournament.  

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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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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

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.

Columnists

Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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