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Carrick Township man facing criminal charges

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

Police have issued a statement about the presence of the OPP West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) in Carrick Township last month.

Cannabis use leads to impaired charge

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

On June 18 at approximately 8:30 p.m., Perth County OPP officers were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere program on Line 87 and Road 165 in the Municipality of North Perth.

Resident charged with impaired driving

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

On June 25 just before 10 p.m., Perth County OPP was dispatched to a traffic complaint on Perth Road 164 in the Municipality of West Perth.

Driver charged after vehicle hits transport truck

Midwestern Newspapers July 6, 2022Police

One person has been charged after they tried to avoid a collision at the last second.

18-year-old charged with stunt driving

Mike Wilson June 23, 2022Police

The Perth County OPP has charged a young driver after they were speeding more than 50 km/h over the limit.

ATV stolen from Line 90 residence

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

On June 17, Perth County OPP received a report of a stolen all-terrain vehicle (ATV) from a residence on Line 90, in the Municipality of North Perth.

Shoplifter arrested in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

A suspect has been charged after stealing from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.

Tools stolen following residential break-in

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

Police are looking for suspect(s) after a break, enter and theft at a residence on Perth Line 88 in the Municipality of North Perth.   

Thieves steal $33K in cash, jewellery from residence

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Police

On June 10 just before 6 p.m., the Perth County OPP responded to a report of a break, enter and theft at a residence located on Perth Line 72 in the Municipality of North Perth.

Rash of Pride vandalism plagues area

Midwestern Newspapers June 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Wellington County and Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are actively investigating a rash of mischiefs in the Township of Mapleton, Municipality of North Perth and the Town of Minto.

Police recover over $200K worth of stolen property in Culross Township

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

Police say more than $200,000 worth of stolen property has been recovered following the execution of a search warrant at a Culross Township property.

Stunt driving charge laid near Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Walton resident after they were speeding more than 60km/h over the limit in the Municipality of North Perth.      

Driver charged with impaired in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

On May 5 just after midnight, an officer from the Perth County Ontario OPP was on general patrol and observed a vehicle in a parking lot on Mitchell Road South in Listowel, with the driver’s side door open.

Ongoing dispute leads to assault charge

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

On May 28 at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of the Perth County OPP were dispatched to an address on Perth Line 86 in the Municipality of North Perth, for the report of an ongoing dispute.

Local resident charged with shoplifting

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

One person has been charged after stealing over $100 worth of items from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.

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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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