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Arts & Entertainment

‘Matilda’ closes run in Hanover with sold-out shows

Submitted December 13, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After seven shows, Roald Dahl’s Matilda closed with sell-out audiences over its final weekend.

Listowel author releases fifth book, first junior fiction work

Dan McNee November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Everyone has a different outlet for their emotions. It took Listowel author Jen Courtney a long time to discover hers, and now she wants to help her youth readers find theirs.

What’s Happening in Brockton at the Bruce County Public Library

Christa Ferrier November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Can you believe December is here?

The Slocan Ramblers to perform at Victoria Jubilee Hall, Dec. 2

Submitted November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Slocan Ramblers are coming to Victoria Jubilee Hall.

Sing! Show Chorus thrills audience with Christmas show

Pauline Kerr November 29, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

If last year’s Sing! Show Chorus Christmas concert was spectacular – and it was – then this year’s, with more chorus members and another year of experience, was glorious, an extravaganza of sounds of the season.

Downchild Blues Band performs at Wingham Town Hall Theatre

Kelsey Bent November 22, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Wingham Advance Times

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band lead singer Chuck Jackson pauses to smile at the crowd at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Nov. 18.

Blyth Festival announces lineup for 50th season

Midwestern Newspapers November 22, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

In 2024, the Blyth Festival is celebrating a major milestone, half a century in the making.

Up To Here performs Tragically Hip hits at Wingham Town Hall Theatre

Mike Wilson November 15, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Wingham Advance Times

Up To Here, considered by many to be one of the best Tragically Hip tribute bands in Canada, performed for an energetic crowd at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Friday, Nov. 10. The theatre continues to be a busy spot, with the Downchild Blues Band taking the stage on Saturday, Nov. 18. Tickets for

Sultans of String collaboration with Indigenous, Métis and Inuit musicians a magical performance

Cory Bilyea November 15, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Sultans of String, along with Indigenous collaborators Marc Meriläinen, Shannon Thunderbird and Alyssa Delbaere-Sawchuk, with virtual appearances by Dr. Duke Redbird, Kendra Tagoona/Tracy Sarazin and Northern Cree, are currently on tour promoting their album, Walking Through the Fire.

Elmwood Starz at the Walkerton Art Wall

Christa Ferrier November 8, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Tuesday, Oct. 24, members of the Elmwood Starz art group were on hand to meet their fans and members of the public to discuss their wonderful artwork on display at the Walkerton Branch of the Bruce County Public Library.

Keeso’s ‘Letterkenny’ set to air final season on Dec. 25

Mike Wilson November 8, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

“You were talkin’ about your favourite TV show with your pals the other day…”

Wingham Town Hall Theatre has become a destination for performers

Mike Wilson November 1, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, News, Wingham Advance Times

A hidden gem. It’s a term thrown around loosely by marketing folks, but it is safe to say that the Wingham Town Hall Theatre is just that – a hidden gem.

County Towne Players holding casting call for spring production

Submitted November 1, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times

The County Towne Players are looking for three female and three male actors for their upcoming spring production of Norm Foster’s Hilda’s Yard.

Suzie Vinnick thrills Victoria Jubilee Hall audience

Pauline Kerr November 1, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

Suzie Vinnick, a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her bluesy renditions of everything from folk tunes to rock, gave a spectacular performance at Victoria Jubilee Hall on Sunday afternoon.

Drayton Entertainment production serves as poignant tribute to love and loss

Marlene Ottens November 1, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Columns

Love in the time of war is always bittersweet, and this is the takeaway from Drayton Entertainment’s Mary’s Wedding, currently playing at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse.

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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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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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…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Columnists

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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