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‘Get into the spirit’ with inaugural Spirit Walk

Cory Bilyea September 4, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS), in partnership with the Township of North Huron, is hosting its first-ever Spirit Walk event on Friday Sept. 12 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Duo performs at Music in the Park

Cory Bilyea September 4, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron held its second Music in the Park event on Aug. 27 at Cruickshank Park on Josephine Street.

North Huron unveils strategic plan progress, future goals at community open house

Cory Bilyea September 4, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In a move intended to improve communication between town hall and North Huron constituents, North Huron Council changed the format of its annual town hall meetings.

Council directs staff to investigate cash-in-lieu of parking spaces

Denny Scott September 4, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

After spending several meetings and staff time on trying to find a solution for parking requirements for a downtown development, South Bruce Council was told the developers have sought a private solution.

Perth County Beef Farmers set to hold annual barbecue

Submitted September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, Rural

MILVERTON - The Perth County Beef Farmers are busy putting the finishing touches on their beef barbecue dinner taking place on Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Milverton Agri Centre (MAC) located at 17 Pierson Street in Milverton.

Howick considers bylaw, receives presentation on asset management plan

Nicole Beswitherick September 4, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here received a report at its Aug. 12 regular council meeting regarding its 2025 Asset Management Plan (AMP) for approval.

Latest Blyth production tunes into local community

Liz Small August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

For those in the audience that had direct connections to the story, they were delighted. For those who didn’t, they were equally entertained, as history unfolded, telling the story of one of its most notable citizens – Doc Cruickshank. 

Huron Hospice holds No Place Like Home Farm to Fork Dinner

Submitted August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Hospice’s No Place Like Home Farm to Fork Dinner is set for Septe. 20. The Huron Hospice team will serve dinner at the Holmesville Community Centre.

Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee hosts foam party for local youth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Howick 2026 Homecoming Committee held a foam party for local youth on Aug. 24. Organizers said…

North Huron renews lease for complex concession booth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Business, Food, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron Council approved a request from the Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss to renew the lease for the OMG Twisted Fries concession booth to operate for the 2025/26 ice season.

North Perth receives $5.4 million for housing infrastructure

Rachel Hammermueller August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced on Aug. 22 during a press conference outside the doors of the North Perth Municipal Office, that over $20.4 million is being provided to four municipalities in Perth-Wellington.

Winter sidewalk maintenance expanded in Blyth

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron Council approved a revised winter maintenance of sidewalks policy during its Aug. 11 regular meeting, with two additional streets added after Coun. Ric McBurney (Blyth Ward) made a request.

Historical group working to preserve Disney family history in Morris-Turnberry

Rachel Hammermueller August 28, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its regular meeting on Aug. 12, Morris-Turnberry Council heard a delegation from the Disneys of Huron County Project Group, who are working towards their goal of erecting a historical sign in the municipality. 

Sherry and Scott Dallner host Perth County Plowing Match

Cory Bilyea August 28, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural

ATWOOD - The Perth County Plowing Match was held on Aug. 23 near Atwood. This year’s host farmers were Sherry and Scott Dallner.

Lexi Johnston wins top honour as CNE Ambassador of the Fairs

Heather MacEwen August 28, 2025Local News, Rural

TORONTO – Lexi Johnston has been riding a high that began in July 2024, after being crowned as…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Columnists

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

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LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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