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Police

ORNGE air ambulance used to transport worker with life-threatening injuries

Cory Bilyea September 28, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

A hydro worker was sent to an out-of-area hospital with life-threatening injuries after what Huron County OPP is calling an apparent electrocution just outside of Wingham on Sunday.

Wanted man arrested in North Perth

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2022Police

A Kitchener resident is facing some new charges along with previous charges from outstanding warrants from Owen Sound following an arrest made by Perth County OPP.

Police make arrest, lay charge in Listowel abduction attempt

Midwestern Newspapers September 28, 2022Police

On Sept. 25 at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a male driver who approached a 13-year-old female and told her to get in his vehicle in the area of Wallace Avenue North in Listowel. 

Listowel, Wingham residents facing drug charges following series of raids

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Twenty-six individuals, including five from Listowel and four from Wingham, are facing numerous criminal and drug-related charges following the execution of nine search warrants across the region on Wednesday.

Listowel collision results in minor injuries

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Police

One person was charged after a collision in North Perth resulted in minor injuries.

Multiple flags damaged in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Police

On Sept. 16 just before 5 p.m., the Perth County OPP received reports of mischief to multiple flags at a residence located on Albert Avenue North in Listowel.

OPP lays arson charge for Queen Street fire

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Police

A person has been charged with arson after Perth County OPP responded to a report of someone setting a fire in an apartment building laundry room in Listowel last month.

Police investigate truck thefts

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Police

The Perth County OPP is investigating a stolen truck incident after the keys were left inside the vehicle.

Gowanstown man killed in Line 86 collision, Sept. 16

Midwestern Newspapers September 22, 2022Police

On Sept. 16 at approximately 5 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Huron County Paramedic Services and Grey Township Fire Department responded to a report of a collision involving two vehicles on Perth Line 86.

OPP charge over 300 in Huron-Bruce during long weekend

Midwestern Newspapers September 14, 2022Police, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

OPP in Huron and Bruce counties laid over 300 charges during the recent Labour Day weekend road safety campaign, which ran from Sept. 2-5.

Police searching for stolen horse trailer

Midwestern Newspapers September 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP are investigating the recent theft of a horse trailer stolen from a stable on Belmore Line.

Police seize $440K in drugs, stolen property in Chesley

Midwestern Newspapers September 8, 2022Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

A search warrant executed in Chesley earlier this month has resulted in more than $440,000 in drugs and stolen property being recovered by police.

OPP stresses back-to-school diligence

Submitted September 7, 2022Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding drivers that students in Perth County are heading back to school this week after summer break.

Perth County OPP seek suspects in Memorial Park vandalism

Midwestern Newspapers September 7, 2022Police

On Aug. 15 at approximately 3:17 p.m., the Perth County OPP investigated an act of mischief that happened during the overnight hours on Aug. 14-15 at a pavilion located on Royal Street East in the Municipality of North Perth.

Truck crashes into downtown Atwood building

Dan McNee September 7, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

Residents planning on sleeping in the holiday Monday received an early wake-up call of a different sort in Atwood the morning of Sept. 5.

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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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