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Frosty Queen changes ownership after 28 years

Kelsey Bent March 9, 2022Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

After 28 years of owning and operating Frosty Queen, John Frieburger is passing the reins to the restaurant’s fourth owner since the business arrived in Wingham in 1957.  

Morris-Turnberry pledges $115K to North Huron rec facilities

Mike Wilson March 9, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

What initially started as a conversation about the 2022 draft budget quickly became centered around financial support for North Huron’s recreation department.

North Huron Wescast Community Complex roof work RFPs approved

Cory Bilyea March 9, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The North Huron Wescast Community Complex (NHWCC) is getting a new roof to continue its battle against humidity and condensation issues the multi-recreational use building is experiencing.

Province to lift mask mandate in schools, most settings on March 21

Mike Wilson March 9, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Masks no longer required in schools, most public settings beginning March 21

Formosa Country Christmas donates to food bank

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Pictured is Kathy Benninger of the Formosa Country Christmas (FCC) committee presenting a cheque for $2,000 to Dianne Waram of the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Thanks to the volunteers, sponsors and a good turnout at the 2021 FCC drive-thru event, a profit was made and the committee has decided

Peter Carter surpasses $100,000 mark for Alzheimer Society

Pauline Kerr March 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Fundraising is nothing new for Teeswater’s Peter Carter, and he has awards to prove it.

Howick receives grant for walking trails

Kelsey Bent March 9, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK – Walking trails are coming to the tri-villages in Howick Township. In a report to council…

Morris-Turnberry pledges COVID funds for Belmore arena, Bluevale Hall

Mike Wilson March 9, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has pledged a total of $15,000 from its COVID Safe Restart Funds for the Belmore Community Centre and Bluevale Hall.

Blyth Festival’s 2022 season returns to the Harvest Stage

Submitted March 9, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Independent Plus, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth Festival returns once again to present its 2022 season outdoors on the beautiful new Harvest Stage. Four Canadian productions will run in succession from June to September.

United Way Perth-Huron receives support from North Huron

Cory Bilyea March 9, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Northern Huron Connection Centre, a pilot project aimed to help the area’s less fortunate, received a financial contribution from North Huron council after the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) sent a delegation to Monday night’s council meeting with a request for $10,000 and receiving a donation of

Fatal house fire under investigation near Fordwich

Midwestern Newspapers March 8, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A fatal house fire that took place on Fordwich Line last night remains under investigation.

HPPH provides update on Omicron wave, local vaccination opportunities

Submitted March 3, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The COVID-19 Omicron wave continues to move through Huron-Perth, along with the rest of Ontario. The number of new infections, percent positivity of tests, hospitalizations, and outbreaks are declining.

Council denies North Huron’s request for rec facilities funds

Mike Wilson March 3, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

North Perth council was unanimous in its decision regarding a request from the Township of North Huron for funding to assist with recreation facilities costs.

AMDSB ending short-term remote learning option at March Break 2022

Mike Wilson March 3, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is ending its short-term remote learning option later this month.

Suspicious person call in Teeswater results in arrest of two North Huron residents

Midwestern Newspapers March 3, 2022Police, Wingham Advance Times

Two North Huron residents are facing multiple charges following an early morning incident in Teeswater earlier this week.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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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