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Council defers entering into agreement with Waste Management

Nicole Beswitherick May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here decided at its April 21 meeting to defer a recommendation brought by their public works manager regarding entering into a solid waste service agreement with Waste Management.

Howick approves two election bylaws

Nicole Beswitherick May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - In preparation for the 2026 municipal election, Howick’s CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis reported she has been reviewing applicable bylaws and policies that are required to be reviewed and updated prior to the beginning of nomination period.

Elma Township Public School organizes student elective day

Abigail Brubacher May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

NEWRY - Elma Township Public School (ETPS)  hosted an elective day for students from Grades 6-8 on Thursday April 16.

Kin Trail bridge replacement to cost $846,988, completed before November

Kelsey Bent May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A contractor was selected at the April 27 North Perth Council meeting for the work to replace the Kin Trail Bridge, on the trail section between Victoria Avenue South and Salisbury Avenue South.

Blyth Festival Gallery opens season with student show

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth Centre for the Art’s Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s 2026 season officially opened over the weekend with the Student Show which welcomed artists from local schools.

Two file to run in North Perth, none in Howick

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

May 1 marked the first day of the nomination period for the October municipal election, with the period running until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.

Milverton Community mourns loss of Karlie Snyder

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

The Milverton area is mourning the passing of one of their own by tying colourful ribbons on posts around the town.

Property theft in Milverton

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

MILVERTON - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance in relation multiple thefts in Milverton on April 30.

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Editorials, Opinion

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

Submitted April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, News

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

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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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Max Smith Band bringing country-punk to Hayloft Music Festival

“We’re a very high energy band. We like to bring emotion to the crowd and be able to sing and jump around, while also be able to bring a more intimate vibe too, so when we play our softer stuff, we want to be able to reach you as well.” - Max Smith

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…

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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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

‘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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

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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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.

Columnists

Max Smith Band bringing country-punk to Hayloft Music Festival

By Heather MacEwen

“We’re a very high energy band. We like to bring emotion to the crowd and be able to sing and jump around, while also be able to bring a more intimate vibe too, so when we play our softer stuff, we want to be able to reach you as well.” - Max Smith

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..

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