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Minor Hockey Combined Logo composite

Playoffs begin for A-ZONE level teams, tournaments continue on

Denny Scott February 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of Jan. 5 through Jan. 11.

Wingham’s Riley Good to play in 2026 Softball World Cup

Midwestern Newspapers February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham’s Riley Good has been selected for Canada’s men’s national team to compete at the 2026 World Baseball Softball Confederation  (WBSC) U23 Men’s Softball World Cup.

Cyclones take victory at home ice game

Nicole Beswitherick February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL)) played two games last weekend, coming out with a win and a loss.

In Photos: Central Perth Minor Hockey Fun Days

Kelsey Bent February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

MILVERTON - Central Perth Minor Hockey Fun Days saw numerous games hosted in Milverton between Jan. 30 to Feb. 1.

Southeast Surge teams claim gold at three tournaments over weekend

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Jan. 26, 2026 U10A – Southeast Surge (3) at South West Admirals (0) U13B – South West Admirals…

Ironmen claim shootout victory over Capitals in PJHL action

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Sports, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – The Wingham Ironmen are within three points of the sixth-place Mitchell Hawks after…

Capitals outshoot Ironmen, but fall in shootout in PJHL action

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals are clinging to fifth place in the Provincial Junior Hockey League North Pollock Division. While tied for points with the sixth-place Mitchell Hawks, the Capitals have one more win, placing them ahead.

Southeast Surge U12A squad takes top spot in Silver Stick finals

Submitted January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

VAUGHAN - The U12A Southeast Surge travelled to Vaughan earlier this month to compete in the 39th annual International Silver Stick Final, coming home with the trophy.

U18 Predators win Orangeville Tigers Sweetheart Tournament

Submitted January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

ORANGEVILLE - The Central Perth U18 Girls won the Orangeville Tigers Sweetheart Tournament on Jan. 25.

Cyclones take victory over Waterloo Siskins

Nicole Beswitherick January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

To secure a 4-2 victory over Waterloo, Jack O’Donnell scored a last time with about 40 second left of the game on an empty net, assisted by Harris.

Wingham Ironmen win, lose and cancel games over the weekend

Denny Scott January 29, 2026Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen claimed a win and a loss over the weekend, while the squad’s Friday night game in Walkerton was won by the weather.

U13A Southeast Surge claim silver in Port Huron Silver Stick finals

Denny Scott January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of Jan. 5 through Jan. 11.

Howick Hockey Day sees a snowy Saturday face off on the ice

Rachel Hammermueller January 22, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Hockey Day on Jan. 17 saw multiple teams converging on Howick Community Centre for a full…

Cyclones secure win over Rockets

Nicole Beswitherick January 22, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones, 10th in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL), were back on home ice on Jan. 16 to take on the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL).

Ironmen drop two games ahead of weekend, go into overtime with Walkerton

Denny Scott January 22, 2026Sports, Wingham Advance Times

he Wingham Ironmen continue to struggle to leave seventh and last place in the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League.

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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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