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Brussels Community Development Trust donates $100,000 to the BMG Community Centre

Submitted August 31, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Inspiring Our Future Campaign has gratefully accepted a $100,000 donation from the Brussels Community Development Trust also known as the Brussels Trust Fund.

Jim Sitt joins hole-in-one club at LGC

Submitted August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Jim Sitt is the latest player to earn hole-in-one distinctions at the Listowel Golf Club this season. Sitt drained his tee shot on No. 3 Millennium on Friday, Aug. 12.

Listowel U9 Tier 2 Rookie Ball squad finishes second at year-end tournament

Submitted August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel U9 Tier 2 Rookie Ball team recently competed in the end of season WOBA tournament in Mitchell.

Legionnaires fall short in semifinal bid during year-end tournament

Dan McNee August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Despite a tournament-opening win, the Listowel Legionnaires were unable to tack on another to advance to the Midwestern Ontario Senior Baseball League semifinals, wrapping up their 2022 campaign on Aug. 13.

Conners earns spots at Tour Championship, Presidents Cup

Dan McNee August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

Corey Conners had a highly productive weekend in Delaware.

Howick hosts WOBA Championship Consolation 2 Tournament

Kelsey Bent August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The U15 Howick Hawks hardball team hosted the WOBA Championship Consolation 2 Tournament last weekend in the newly revamped Gorrie Ball Diamond, with five teams travelling from Clinton, Owen Sound, Listowel, and Saugeen.

Brussels Agromart donates $50K to BMGCC reno project

Submitted August 24, 2022Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The fundraising campaign for the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre (BMGCC) renovation project has received another generous donation.

Wroxeter Rippers raise over $1,450 for Victim Services Huron County

Kelsey Bent August 24, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The first-ever Victim Services Day at the Ballpark was a success, raising over $1,450 for Victim Services Huron County.

Royal Homes donates $25K to BMGCC reno project

Cory Bilyea August 24, 2022Business, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham’s Royal Homes Ltd. presented a cheque for $25,000 to members of the ‘Inspiring our Future Campaign’ to help in their efforts to repair and upgrade the Brussels Morris Grey Community Centre (BMGCC).

Poll: Canadians show little confidence in Hockey Canada culture change amid sex abuse allegations

Submitted August 24, 2022Sports

A rare summer edition of the World Junior Hockey Championship began with a whimper last week.

Teeswater lifeguards host tread-a-thon

Kelsey Bent August 24, 2022Local News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Teeswater lifeguards (back row, left to right) Megan McDonald, Ethan Martin, Cole Brick (front row, left to right) Natalie Fischer, Hailey Miller, and Tristyn Brick are pictured treading water to raise money for pool equipment on Aug. 18. A by-donation barbecue was also hosted and the group fundrais

Capitals acquire Hannivan from Hanover

Mike Wilson August 24, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals continue to shape their roster for the upcoming PJHL season, announcing the acquisition of Tayden Hannivan from the Hanover Barons last week.

Council approves Monkton ball diamonds for pole, light upgrades

Dan McNee August 17, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

Baseball players utilizing the diamonds in Monkton next season stand to benefit from lighting upgrades following a recent North Perth council approval.

Dirt Pigs celebrate 40th anniversary in style

Pauline Kerr August 17, 2022Local News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

With 73 teams registered in five divisions – three men’s divisions with 49 teams, and two women’s divisions with 24 teams, Pigstock 2022 was a resounding success.

Bluevale co-ed ball tourney a success

Cory Bilyea August 17, 2022Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Bluevale Community Committee hosted its annual co-ed ball tournament last weekend at the Bluevale Ball Diamond. A full field of teams took part in the weekend-long event, which featured a unique rule: wooden bats. At the end of the weekend, it was the Crusaders who claimed the ‘A’ Championship,

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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. 

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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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