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The horizon looms

Kelsey Bent February 19, 2026Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion

It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon. 

Avon Maitland District School Board trustees adopt 2026 budget

Kelsey Bent February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

SEAFORTH - Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted the 2026 budget on Jan. 27. 

Council grants approvals for 49th annual Paddyfest festivities, concert

Kelsey Bent February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - In two votes, North Perth Council approved the road closures for the 2026 Paddyfest parade route, as well as noise exemptions for the annual concert and other Irish shenanigans.

North Perth supports continuation, expansion and new routes to PC Connect

Kelsey Bent February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council was presented the findings from the Transit Needs Assessment at the Feb. 9 meeting. The report investigated the transit needs of North Perth by reviewing existing services and engaging with residents and community organizations with a vested interest in public transpor

Walkerton Herald-Times Feb. 19 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers February 19, 2026Pieces of the Past, Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Feb. 24, 1993

Multiple local teams compete in South Huron memorial tournament

Denny Scott February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Feb. 9, 2026 – Playoff games U15B – Midwest 49ers (1) at Southeast Surge (4) Feb. 10, 2026 –…

New report cites local discrimination, hate groups, call to action for 2SLGBTQ+ population support

Rachel Hammermueller February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

According to the report, many 2SLGBTQ+ participants expressed they felt excluded from community life, experiencing or witnessing discrimination based on their identities.

Howick Fire secures $16,800 from Fire Grant

Nicole Beswitherick February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

Listowel Agricultural Society to expand food booth, council to credit water and wastewater management fees

Kelsey Bent February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Expansion plans for the food booth at the Listowel Fairground were announced in a letter to North Perth council from  Listowel Agricultural Society volunteers, who also sought a waiver of associated fees.

Howick amends consolidated fees and charges bylaw

Nicole Beswitherick February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here discussed its amendments to the township’s consolidated fees and charges bylaw at its Jan. 27 meeting.

Walkerton Herald-Times Feb. 12 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers February 12, 2026Pieces of the Past, Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Feb. 19, 1992

Grace Stagg’s death – Cromarty Presbyterian Church in 1909

Megan Lockhart February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

At Stratford-Perth Archives, we often stumble across interesting news stories while conducting our…

Cyclones take win against Strathroy Rockets on home ice

Nicole Beswitherick February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the GOHL) played on home ice on Friday, Feb. 6 against the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL), despite a winter storm that closed several roads.

Atwood United Church donated surplus

Submitted February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

ATWOOD - Due to the generosity of church members, of time, talent and donations, the Atwood United Church finished 2025 with a surplus of funds.

County selects contractor for courthouse roof

Kelsey Bent February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - A carryover project from 2025, according to the accepted tender, should come in under budget.

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Witnesses provide conflicting testimonies regarding Falconer’s injuries

A witness to the incident that resulted in Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer being seriously injured following a North Huron Council meeting on Feb. 17 has provided his account to Midwestern Newspapers, suggesting Falconer may have been attacked.

Central Huron man arrested on assault charges in connection with Wingham incident

On March 11 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported an arrest was made in connection with an alleged assault on Feb. 17 on Frances Street in Wingham.

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U11A Southeast Surge claim home win against Midwest 49ers

Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of March 2 through 8.

South Bruce approves tax rate increase of 2.87%, levy increase of 4.48%

South Bruce has officially finished its first budget under the new strong mayor powers system, having pushed the budget off until it once again became the purview of the entire council.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Witnesses provide conflicting testimonies regarding Falconer’s injuries

A witness to the incident that resulted in Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer being seriously injured following a North Huron Council meeting on Feb. 17 has provided his account to Midwestern Newspapers, suggesting Falconer may have been attacked.

Central Huron man arrested on assault charges in connection with Wingham incident

On March 11 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported an arrest was made in connection with an alleged assault on Feb. 17 on Frances Street in Wingham.

See all Wingham area articles.

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From lived experience to lasting support – putting farmer mental health first

In March 2019, my husband Brian and I began milking cows in our new dairy barn near Cannington in Durham Region.

How did we get here?

The North Huron community is reeling from the news a council member was hospitalized with injuries suffered in an altercation following the Feb. 17 council meeting.

The horizon looms

It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon. 

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Witnesses provide conflicting testimonies regarding Falconer’s injuries

By Denny Scott

A witness to the incident that resulted in Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer being seriously injured following a North Huron Council meeting on Feb. 17 has provided his account to Midwestern Newspapers, suggesting Falconer may have been attacked.

Central Huron man arrested on assault charges in connection with Wingham incident

By Midwestern Newspapers

On March 11 Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reported an arrest was made in connection with an alleged assault on Feb. 17 on Frances Street in Wingham.

U11A Southeast Surge claim home win against Midwest 49ers

By Denny Scott

Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of March 2 through 8.

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