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Police

Harriston man killed in Line 55 collision

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2023Police

On Jan. 23, 2023, at 4:47 p.m., members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment, Perth County Paramedic Services and the North Perth Fire Department responded to a collision on Perth Line 55 involving two vehicles.

Blyth driver charged with fail to remain, fail to report accident

Midwestern Newspapers February 1, 2023Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Perth County OPP have charged a Blyth resident for failing to remain at a collision and failure to report an accident.

West Grey driver charged in hit and run

Midwestern Newspapers January 25, 2023Independent Plus, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

One person has been charged following an investigation into a crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist last October.

Driver charged with careless driving rear-ending school bus in Formosa

Midwestern Newspapers January 25, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce OPP have charged a 30-year-old Unionville resident with careless driving following a collision yesterday in Formosa.

OPP: Officers assaulted at RIDE program in Walton

Midwestern Newspapers January 19, 2023Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP have charged a London man following an alleged assault of a police officer at a RIDE program in Walton during the early hours of Jan. 19.

Huron East man charged with uttering threats to police

Midwestern Newspapers January 19, 2023Police

A Huron East resident has been charged with uttering threats to a police officer following an incident neat Ethel on Jan. 17.

‘Guns and Hoses’ charity hockey game scheduled for Jan. 29 in Milverton

Midwestern Newspapers January 19, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

The Perth County OPP and members of Perth County fire departments will hit the ice later this month for a charity hockey game.

Driver rolls SUV after puppy gets loose inside vehicle

Midwestern Newspapers January 18, 2023Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP has charged a Morris-Turnberry resident following a single vehicle rollover on Jan. 15.

Charges laid after two-vehicle crash in Brockton

Midwestern Newspapers January 18, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

A 17-year-old Brockton resident is facing charges following a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of the Greenock-Brant Line and Chepstow Road on Jan. 10.

Palmerston resident facing multiple charges following incident in Wroxeter

Midwestern Newspapers January 18, 2023Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP have charged a Palmerston resident with several criminal offences after a fail to stop on Church Street in Wroxeter on Jan. 10. 

OPP Festive RIDE campaign concludes

Midwestern Newspapers January 12, 2023Police

It was a sobering end to the year and start of a new one for the 812 drivers who were charged with a total of 1,258 impaired driving offences by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) during its annual Festive RIDE campaign.

Work truck entered, $5K in items stolen

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP are investigating a break and enter to a work truck parked at an address on Hamilton Court in the Municipality of North Perth.

Domestic assault reported in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after responding to a domestic disturbance.  

Vehicle stolen from Listowel residence

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP is investigating after a vehicle was reported stolen from a residence located on Barber Avenue in Listowel, in the Municipality of North Perth.   

OPP ERT resolves situation near Atwood

Midwestern Newspapers January 4, 2023Listowel Banner, Police

On Dec. 28 at approximately 1:55 p.m., Members of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the assistance of West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and crisis negotiators responded to a check well-being call that took place at a residence on Road 164 just north of Atwood.

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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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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

See all Walkerton area articles.

County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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