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Columns

Who are our neighbours?

Beth Kerr October 31, 2024Columns, Opinion

While Christians can disagree on many things, I think most of us agree with Jesus when he said that…

Encampments becoming permanent reminders of ‘hobo jungles’

Pauline Kerr October 31, 2024Columns

We were alarmed when it became apparent people were spending cold, winter nights in doorways,…

Frustrations with the medical system

Bob Murray October 24, 2024Columns

I try to remember back to December, 2017. It was on this year that I had a SPECT brain scan and was…

Please think before you speak. Part 2

Cory Bilyea October 24, 2024Columns

As I finish my first week back at Midwestern Newspapers after participating in the CJF-CBC…

Happy Howl-O-Eeeeeeeen!

Pauline Kerr October 24, 2024Columns

Halloween is not what it used to be, which is probably a good thing. Today, Halloween is all about…

MPPs aren’t the only ones feeling the pinch

Patrick Raftis October 24, 2024Columns

Ontario Premier Doug Ford recently raised some eyebrows after promoting newly-elected MPP Tyler…

The Pumpkin Patch Parable is a valuable life lesson

Submitted October 17, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

One of my favorite books to read to my kids at this time of year when they were little gaffers was The Pumpkin Patch Parable by Lizz Curtis Higgs.

Decision time looms on DGR

Patrick Raftis October 17, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

South Bruce residents have a truly staggering responsibility before them.

Moving the flag is lowering the flag

Rachel Hammermueller October 17, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News

A flagpole in North Perth, currently located at the municipal office, took on a role as a crier for hate, it appears, at a council vote on Oct. 7. 

‘Woke’ – the difference between sounding socially aware, and being socially aware

Pauline Kerr October 17, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News

If you think “woke” is just the past tense of “wake,” think again. 

Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 17, 2024 turnbacks

Submitted October 17, 2024Columns, Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

Frozen turkeys $0.89/lb;

Trusting in his provision

Submitted October 10, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

Well, it’s here - the crisp air of autumn is now beginning to settle in. In Fall, we are invited into a season of reflection, wonder, and gratitude.

National Newspaper week is about supporting local journalism

Submitted October 10, 2024Columns

According to the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism’s Digital News Report 2024, Canadians’ trust in news is 39 per cent. For comparison, Americans’ trust is news is even lower at 32 per cent. 

CTV parts ways with staff after debacle over spliced video clip

Nicole Beswitherick October 10, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News

I try to bite my tongue a lot of the time when it comes down to things like this, but two weeks ago CTV National News really let me down as a reporter.

A feeding tube journey

Bob Murray October 10, 2024Columns, Wingham Advance Times

I have been researching the medications and vitamins that are available to me and fed to me, while I was fed through my stomach.

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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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Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

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.

See all Listowel area articles.

Updates from South Bruce council clerk

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved a $38,000 tile drain loan and appointed members to a joint compliance audit committee following decisions made at its July 14, 2026 meeting.

Council approves September ice despite arena equipment concerns

TEESWATER – Consultants say September ice is not to blame for recent refrigeration failures at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre, despite concerns from council about increased equipment breakdowns after the extended season began.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Donations continue to come in to help the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite+ campaign.

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

OPP: Drug increase, violent crime decrease

Huron County OPP Detachment board met for their monthly meeting July 20, hearing the statistics of crime in top categories in May and June of this year. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Living in a horror movie for the second time in my life

Last Tuesday, unless you live underground (which would not have been a bad idea that day), locals…

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Columnists

Community improvement in Bruce County gets a boost from the province

By Pauline Kerr

BRUCE COUNTY – On July 21, MPP Lisa Thompson visited five locations in three Bruce County communities to present cheques to support local organizations, improve quality of life and help municipalities build stronger, more resilient communities.

Everly’s Trading Post – a free neighbourhood treasure swap for kids

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Hillier family recently opened Everly’s Trading Post at 151 Main Street. A free neighbourhood trading post where children can stop by, take a small treasure, and leave one in return. 

Huron County recognizes nearly 50 employees with long-service awards

By Denny Scott

Awards were presented as part of the June 22 council meeting and spanned the 10-year minimum to 35 years.

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