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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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“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…

See all Kincardine area articles.

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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