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Suspect attempts to steal car with passenger inside

Midwestern Newspapers December 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

A scary situation ended safely for one North Perth resident after someone tried to steal their car – with them inside.

Police lay 13 charges in stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter

Midwestern Newspapers December 17, 2021Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

A Hamilton man is facing a total of 13 criminal charges stemming from a stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter. 

Police charge Listowel man in Memorial Park vandalism incident

Midwestern Newspapers December 16, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

Police have arrested one individual after an investigation into vandalism at Listowel Memorial Park last month.

North Perth man charged with stunt driving

Midwestern Newspapers December 16, 2021Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

A North Perth man has been charged with stunt driving following a traffic stop that took place in Whitechurch on Dec. 15.

Police asking parents to speak to youth about risks of participating in social media challenges

Midwestern Newspapers December 16, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

Parents are being reminded to speak to children and youth about the risks of participating in social media challenges following an incident in Listowel where someone kicked in the front door of a Brock Street West home.

Vehicle thefts continue to rise in Perth County

Mike Wilson December 15, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

The number of stolen vehicles in Perth County is on the rise.

Local resident charged with domestic assault

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Perth resident after one person was assaulted during a domestic occurrence.

Howick woman charged for Listowel offences

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police

One person was charged after a break and enter to a business and a mischief in Listowel.

Drugs seized in Listowel traffic stop

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police

One person was charged after an investigation revealed they were in possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking.

Two stolen vehicles recovered, Huron East man faces 15 charges

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police

A break and enter and two vehicle thefts resulted in a Huron East resident facing 15 charges, after a series of events in Perth County last month.

OPP: latest research shows high levels of chemicals, lower-than-advertised levels of THC in illegal cannabis

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police

OPP officials say tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and pesticide analysis  of illegal cannabis shows consumers should break ties with their “dealer” and switch to legal products.

Former youth pastor pleads guilty to sexual assault, exploitation charges

Midwestern Newspapers December 15, 2021Police, Wingham Advance Times

Last fall, Huron County OPP charged a former youth pastor from Wingham with seven counts of sexual assault and seven counts of sexual exploitation. On Dec. 1 at the Goderich Court House, Simon Chiarello pleaded guilty to the charges.

North Huron draft policing, building services budget discussed

Cory Bilyea December 15, 2021Local News, News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

The incoming Director of Finance for North Huron told council that police services take up a considerable portion of the protective services budget during his presentation of the draft 2022 budget on Dec. 9.

Assault takes place in Monkton

Midwestern Newspapers December 9, 2021Police

One person was charged after an assault left a victim with non-life-threatening injuries in North Pe

Pedestrian killed in Poole identified

Midwestern Newspapers December 9, 2021Police

Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) continues to investigate a fatal collision that took place last week in the hamlet of Poole. 

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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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