WALKERTON - In February, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased 0.2 percentage points to six per cent after sitting at one of the lowest in the province for months. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged this month at 7.2%, both unad
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OFA urges local residents to support Ontario producers through ‘tumultuous’ times and political uncertainty
GUELPH - The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is encouraging consumers across the province to support local farmers facing difficult times due to political uncertainty.
Liberal, NDP, Green candidates remain concerned with healthcare
With the mid-term provincial election decided, Midwestern Newspapers reached out to the unsuccessful local major party representatives in the Huron-Bruce riding to find out how they felt the election went.
Mount Forest Patriots eliminate Capitals from PJHL playoffs
Both the Walkerton Capitals and Wingham Ironmen were eliminated from the Provincial Junior Hockey League playoffs over the weekend, each finding themselves on the wrong side of a 4-1 series.
Brockton mayor urges solidarity in face of tariffs
Mayor Chris Peabody is urging everyone to work together to deal with the threats to “our economy, livelihood and sovereignty” from the imposition of tariffs.
South Bruce maintains status quo with requests to sell Concession 10
During its Feb. 25 meeting, South Bruce Council decided to keep the status quo on an issue that has been discussed at council tables for more than half a century.
Walkerton Herald-Times Turnbacks, March 6, 2025 issue
From March 6 1991: – School bus costs studied; – Movie playing at Paramount in Hanover: Dances…
Walkerton Kinsmen and Kinettes celebrate 90 and 75 years of community service
Even the blustery winter weather didn’t stop the Walkerton Kinsmen and Kinettes from celebrating milestone anniversaries - 90th for the Kinsmen and 75th for the Kinettes - on March 1.
South Bruce Council turns down Wenjack event
The Municipality of South Bruce will not be participating in or supporting the Walk for Wenjack event, with council members feeling it’s not an appropriate use of taxpayer dollars.
Who is afraid of Mark Carney?
I’ve got a bad habit of doing this, but I’m going to add a provision to this editorial before we even get into it and break the rules right away and tell you my political leanings. I’m pretty much dead in the centre most days. So I can usually find common grounds, politically, with most people most
One of these things is not like the other
Ontario has a new government. Although it may look a lot like the old one, there are profound differences.
Brockton endorses Saugeen Shores report on SVCA policy manual update
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority has requested feedback for its proposed Environmental Planning and Regulations Manual update.
Walkerton U21 Capitals undefeated in post-season after big win
With nearly 20 teams still in action, the Walkerton Capitals Minor Hockey association has a lot to celebrate with numerous teams posting impressive post-season records, including the U21 Capitals, who are undefeated.
Walkerton Figure Skating Club host skating gala themed ‘A Night on Broadway’
WALKERTON – The Walkerton Figure Skating Club celebrated a year of hard work with the skating…
What was the point?
So what did that accomplish?
