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Federal Election 2021

Poll: Three-in-five Canadians would have preferred outcome of federal election held using proportional distribution

Submitted October 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a federal election where little changed, Canadians have been left searching for value from the…

North Perth students vote Conservative in recent school election

Mike Wilson September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner

With the federal election now in the rearview mirror, CIVIX has released the results of the federal student vote.

Lining up at the polls

Dan McNee September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner

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

Huron-Bruce students elect Lobb in student vote

Mike Wilson September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

With the federal election now in the rearview mirror, CIVIX has released the results of the federal student vote.

Johnstone thanks ‘small but dedicated’ campaign team

Pauline Kerr September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Jan Johnstone, the NDP candidate and her team opted for a Zoom party instead of the usual election night gathering to ensure everyone stays safe and healthy.

Rice: People of Huron-Bruce need better representation

Pauline Kerr September 22, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

James Rice wasn’t successful in his first foray into politics, but he confidently said that whatever happens, “Huron-Bruce needs better representation in Ottawa; I’m going to fight for that.”

Ben Lobb re-elected in Huron-Bruce

Kelsey Bent September 21, 2021Federal Election 2021, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ben Lobb campaign and supporters gathered at the Goderich Sunset Golf Club to take in the results of the 2021 federal election, which named Lobb as the Huron-Bruce MP for a fifth straight term.

Incumbent MP John Nater wins handily in Perth-Wellington

Midwestern Newspapers September 21, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The crowd of supporters, family and volunteers gathered at the Mitchell Golf Club to celebrate Perth-Wellington MP John Nater’s re-election might have been limited in size due to COVID-19 restrictions, but it wasn’t limited in enthusiasm when victory was announced on Monday.

Perth-Wellington candidates discuss pandemic recovery, housing, long-term care, preserving farmland

Colin Burrowes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter September 16, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, News

Local candidates had two all-candidates meetings in Perth County – Stratford on Sept. 7 and Listowel on Sept. 9 – to let residents know how they plan to represent the riding if they are elected on Sept. 20.

Mushrooms Canada calls on federal leaders to allow foreign workers to stay, immigrate to Canada

Mike Wilson September 16, 2021Federal Election 2021, Rural

Mushrooms Canada has made a plea to the federal government to allow foreign agricultural workers the chance to stay in Canada and immigrate.

Poll: Conservatives, Liberals locked in two-way race as election day nears

Midwestern Newspapers September 16, 2021Federal Election 2021

MIDWESTERN ONTARIO – With the federal election campaign nearing the end of its final week, a poll shows that no party is separating itself amongst Canadian voters.

Q&A with Huron-Bruce federal election candidates

Midwestern Newspapers September 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

With the 2021 federal election set for Sept. 20, Midwestern Newspapers caught up with four of the five Huron-Bruce candidates to get their thoughts on some of the election’s hot topic issues, including the pandemic, agriculture and mental health.

Huron-Bruce riding candidate Justin L. Smith, Independent

Midwestern Newspapers September 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Huron-Bruce Independent candidate, Justin L. Smith, took time out of his campaign schedule to give his thoughts to Midwestern Newspapers on some of the issues facing voters in the 2021 federal election.

Huron-Bruce riding candidate James Rice, Liberal Party

Midwestern Newspapers September 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Huron-Bruce Liberal Party candidate, James Rice, took time out of his campaign schedule to give his thoughts to Midwestern Newspapers on some of the issues facing voters in the 2021 federal election.

Huron-Bruce riding candidate Ben Lobb, Conservative Party

Midwestern Newspapers September 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Huron-Bruce Conservative candidate, Ben Lobb, took time out of his campaign schedule to give his…

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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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Huron County parent tearfully begs trustees for AMDSB-operated before- and after-school programs

SEAFORTH - A third parent spoke to the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) of Trustees on June 23 about the struggles to secure childcare, particularly before and after school care. Two other parents have addressed the board on the topic during this past school year.

Gowanstown wedding barn owner requests tent permit extension, legal action a possibility

LISTOWEL - The owner of a converted bank barn – which was placed under an order to prohibit occupancy as a wedding venue from North Perth’s Chief Building Official (CBO) last November – is now seeking a tent permit extension to keep his business going and until he can afford to bring the structure i

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South Bruce to temporarily borrow reserve funds for growth-related infrastructure projects

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved the temporary use of municipal reserve funds to help finance nearly $472,000 in growth-related infrastructure costs while waiting for future development charge revenue to be collected.

South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

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South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

South Bruce welcomes new recreation and facilities manager

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has welcomed a new manager to lead the municipality’s recreation and facilities department as work continues on several projects.

See all Walkerton area articles.

New 911 dispatch software coming in October as county plans public education push

A new ambulance dispatch system coming to Huron County in October is expected to reduce lights-and-sirens runs and prioritize the sickest patients.

Second annual Spirit Walk held in Wingham June 13

The Wingham and Area Historical Society held its second annual Spirit Walk on June 13 at various…

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Editorial

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.

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.

Columnists

South Bruce to temporarily borrow reserve funds for growth-related infrastructure projects

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved the temporary use of municipal reserve funds to help finance nearly $472,000 in growth-related infrastructure costs while waiting for future development charge revenue to be collected.

South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.

South Bruce welcomes new recreation and facilities manager

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has welcomed a new manager to lead the municipality’s recreation and facilities department as work continues on several projects.

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