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Arts & Entertainment

Longtime Canadian rockers The Trews excited for Wingham debut

Cory Bilyea December 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Wingham Advance Times

“We’re excited to see Wingham and play for the crowd there. After over 20 years of touring Canada, it’s rare we get to visit a new place, so we’re really looking forward to it."

Blyth Festival team present economic impact study

Cory Bilyea December 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Wingham Advance Times

The economic impact study shows that over the last six seasons (from 2018 to 2024), the festival has generated a total GDP impact of $29 million. In the 2024 season alone, the festival had an economic impact of $8.1 million.

Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham held its annual fundraiser Christmas Market

Cory Bilyea December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, santa, Wingham Advance Times

Santa and Mrs. Claus joined in the festivities Nov. 30.

Performance of ‘A Creature is Stirring’ coming to Blyth Festival

Submitted December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Holiday havoc comes to Blyth on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. with comedian and storyteller Justin Shaw as he shares his comedy solo show A Creature is Stirring.

Wescast Community Complex concert rental request approved

Cory Bilyea December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

“A well-known artist who would attract more attendees than any other North Huron facility could accommodate."

Blyth Festival announce 2025 season lineup

Submitted December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Among the 2025 Blyth Festival season presentations will be Anne Chislett’s Quiet in the Land, Drew Hayden Taylor’s take on Sir. John A., and a world premiere by celebrated Canadian author Emma Donoghue.

Wingham’s Santa Clause parade brought crowds (and snow) this past weekend

Cory Bilyea December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The snow helped to kick off the holiday season as the Wingham Lions Club held its annual Santa Claus Parade on November 30. 

Atwood braves the snow for its Santa Claus parade

Cory Bilyea December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Locals here kicked off the Christmas season with its Santa Claus Parade on Nov. 29.

Walkerton Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade in photos

Pauline Kerr December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Despite snowstorm cancellations around the area, the Walkerton Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade went off without a hitch on Nov. 30 – a bright, cheerful, fun celebration that appealed to the brave souls who lined the streets to watch. 

Santa Claus makes his way to Listowel

Cory Bilyea December 5, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Santa Claus had a busy weekend in the area, with many parades happening in the region; but he made sure to make it to Listowel on Nov. 30 to see all the youngsters.

Bruce Power title sponsor of inaugural Art of Caring Gala

Submitted November 28, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Wingham Advance Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Through its $30,000 donation, Bruce Power was named the title sponsor of the inaugural Art of Caring Gala, which was hosted by Brothers Big Sisters of Grey Bruce, Bruce Grey Child & Family Services, and Keystone Child, Youth and Family Services on Nov. 16.

Local Santa Claus parades quickly approaching

Heather MacEwen November 21, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Santa Claus Parade time is quickly approaching! Can you feel the seasonal buzz? Our local…

Maggie’s Wake to perform at Victoria Jubilee Hall

Submitted November 21, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Contemporary folk group Maggie’s Wake will be appearing at Victoria Jubilee Hall in Walkerton on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 8 pm..

Drayton Entertainment announces leadership shift; David Connelly set to become artistic director

Submitted November 21, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Alex Mustakas, founding artistic director and CEO of Drayton Entertainment has announced a leadership transition as part of the theatre’s multi-year succession plan.

Santa returns for his yearly appearance at the Teeswater parade

Submitted November 21, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – Santa Claus rolled into Teeswater for an evening parade on Nov. 16. The parade…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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Small-Town Strip Club: fueling their journey with small-town support

“Everybody in our hometown knows us, for the most part if they’re into rock music…we’ve been really onto that next step as a band – continuing to break out and find supporters and genuine fans.” -John Yundt

United Way meets milestone donation ahead of schedule

LISTOWEL – The Music Hall Apartments project has reached its capital campaign goal, marking a…

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BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

Board reviews strategic plan progress

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.

See all Mildmay area articles.

BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

X-Ray Suite+ campaign surpasses $1 million milestone for new diagnostic imaging equipment

WALKERTON — The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation is recently announced that the X-Ray Suite+ Replacement Campaign has officially surpassed the $1 million raised mark, bringing the community one step closer to transforming diagnostic imaging services at the hospital.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

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Editorial

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Columnists

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

By Heather MacEwen

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

By Heather MacEwen

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

National Indigenous Peoples Day opening ceremony precedes the premiere of The Creation Story of Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink, by local media producer

By Heather MacEwen

BLYTH – Blyth Festival Theatre was the location of a well-attended drumming circle and knowledge…

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