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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

Rachel Hammermueller June 11, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

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

Submitted June 4, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

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

Listowel Senior, Junior Legionnaires have winning weekend

Nicole Beswitherick June 4, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Senior Legionnaires (pictured) were back at the John Bell diamond in Listowel on Friday, May 29 to take on the Mitchell Brewers.

In Photos: F E Madill girls softball

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Local News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

  The F. E. Madill Secondary School girls slow-pitch team hosted a multi-school regional…

Cyclones recognize players, staff, volunteers with awards at banquet

Nicole Beswitherick May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - Earlier this month, the Listowel Cyclones held the team’s annual year-end banquet, recognizing the work, dedication and achievements of payers, staff and volunteers.

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Sting down Milverton in HCFL season opener

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Mildmay Town Crier, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County Fastball League’s (HCFL) 2026 season kicked off over the weekend with the Milverton Millwrights visiting the Sebringville Sting on Friday, May 22.

Sexual assault culture in hockey: TSN Journalist Rick Westhead speaks on world juniors trial, misconduct in Canadian sports

Rachel Hammermueller May 21, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Panelists spoke to a culture of elitism in hockey; players becoming alphas in their communities. When they enter a locker room, they’re told “those are your brothers,” and essentially, there are “no consequences,” as Westhead worded it. 

Listowel Legionnaires kick off 2026 season

Nicole Beswitherick May 21, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Sports

LISTOWEL  - The Listowel Junior Legionnaires hosted their home opener on Friday, May 8 at the John Bell Diamond, officially kicking off the 2026 season against the Clinton Colts.

Provincial champions recognized at Brockton Council meeting

Pauline Kerr May 7, 2026News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Capitals Under 18BB Ladies Hockey Team – the 2026 OWHA champions – received official recognition at the start of the April 28 meeting of Brockton Council.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

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

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

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.

Cargill Rookies take bronze at nationals

Submitted April 30, 2026Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

CARGILL - What a way to complete a remarkable season!

New software to boost community access to recreation in North Huron

Cory Bilyea April 23, 2026News, Sports

WINGHAM - Area residents will soon have a faster, easier way to sign up for recreational activities at the North Huron Community Complex.

The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Lightning Junior Boys claim a victory

Submitted April 23, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

The Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) Lightning Junior Boys Hockey Team recently hit the road to compete in tournaments, claiming one victory and one finalist spot. First, the squad travelled to York University for the Canlan Spring Classic on April 8-9.

U13A Surge claim OHF Championship victory in Listowel tournament

Denny Scott April 23, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Sports

The U13A Southeast Surge claimed provincial glory over the weekend, hosting and winning the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) Championships.

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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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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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.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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