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Perth County OPP reminding residents to be aware of frauds

Midwestern Newspapers January 26, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP is reminding the public to be vigilant and always verify information after a North Perth resident fell victim to a popular scam.

Theft from Listowel business results in three people being charged

Midwestern Newspapers January 26, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

An ongoing investigation into a theft from a business in Listowel’s north end has resulted in charges against three people.

Police respond to Brant Township break-in, make arrest

Midwestern Newspapers January 26, 2022Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

A Wellington North man is facing charges following his arrest at a break-in at a Brant Township commercial property on Jan. 25.

Crash between SUV, horse and buggy claims one life in Morris-Turnberry

Midwestern Newspapers January 25, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a fatal crash between and SUV and horse and buggy.

North Perth truck theft latest in Perth County

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Perth County OPP received a report of a stolen truck on Jan. 19 after it was taken sometime the previous night.

Two Wingham residents charged in Exeter break-in

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP have laid charges against four individuals, including two Wingham residents, following a break, enter and theft at an Exeter storage facility earlier this month.

Police seek male wanted in road rage incident

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Police are looking for a person of interest after a road rage situation led to an intentional collision.

Assault with weapon charge laid following Listowel incident

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

One person was charged after an assault in the Municipality of North Perth earlier this month.

OPP lays 655 charges during recent Festive RIDE campaign

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Police

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) concluded its annual Festive RIDE campaign on Jan. 2, 2022, having charged 655 drivers with impaired driving. 

Stolen snowmobiles, trailers reported throughout Perth

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Since November, a number of items have been stolen from properties in Perth County, including trailers and a snowmobile taken during a break and enter.

Local resident facing abduction charge

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

A North Perth resident is facing a charge following a missing person investigation in the Municipality of North Perth.

Impaired driver rolls vehicle

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

Another impaired driver has been arrested and charged after they rolled their car into a Perth East ditch earlier this month.

Fleeing, impaired driver racks up multiple charges

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

One person was charged after they drove while impaired, and struck an outbuilding at a residence in the Municipality of North Perth.

Extensive drug charges laid following traffic stop

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

A traffic stop in the Municipality of North Perth in December has resulted in four people facing a variety of charges, seized drugs, and a damaged police cruiser.

Huron County OPP investigating snowmobile crash

Midwestern Newspapers January 20, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP officers are investigating a snowmobile crash that took place early Saturday morning, southwest of Wroxeter that has resulted in serious injuries. 

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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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