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Denny Scott photo One of the driving factors in why he plans to run for the leadership of the federal NDP, and plans to join the NDP with the Green party, is to think about the children of the country according to Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail. He said politicians need to think about the future, and the children that will inherit the country, and do better to represent everyone.

McQuail says Lewis holds similar values over some issues after election

Denny Scott April 16, 2026News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Long-time New Democratic Party (NDP) supporter, political activist and organic farmer Tony McQuail may not have won the federal NDP leadership race, but he feels he was heard, especially by new leader Avi Lewis.

Hurting with you: our community

Denny Scott April 16, 2026Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

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.

Steam tug “Prince Alfred” was locked in the ice pack off Tobermory

Patrick Folkes April 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In 1879 the 60-foot steam tug Prince Alfred arrived in Wiarton to replace the O’Koura, which had burned on Colpoys Bay the previous summer. Owner Andrew Port offered travellers a daily, one-way passage from Wiarton to Owen Sound for 75 cents.

Scone Crokinole Club launches 17th season of friendly competition

Submitted April 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SCONE - April 1 marked the start of season 17 for the Scone Crokinole Club.

Library report highlights year of ‘strong community connection and expanded services’

Submitted April 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) is reflecting on 2025 with the release of its annual report.

Walkerton Herald-Times April 9 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers April 9, 2026Pieces of the Past, Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From April 11, 1990

Not the nicky nicky nine doors of our youth

Pauline Kerr April 9, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

The game is definitely not the “nicky nicky nine doors” we remember as children.

Grey Bruce Public Health reports three overdoses, one fatality

Submitted April 9, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - Between March 20 and 27, Grey-Bruce Public Health received three overdose reports including one fatality, linked with suspected crack cocaine in Owen Sound and Saugeen Shores.

Teeswater crokinole results from April 1

Submitted April 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TEESWATER - Crokinole was enjoyed at the Teeswater Town Hall on Wednesday, April 1.

Local Cadets tackle obstacles and build leadership

Submitted April 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

LISTOWEL - March kicked off with high energy and excitement for over 100 cadets from Bruce, Grey, Huron, and Wellington Counties as they came together for an action-packed Area Directed Activity held in Listowel on March 1, 2026.

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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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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.

Nearly 1,000 local school board staff on salary disclosure list

Following patterns of previous years, the local school boards in Perth County have the largest footprint on the 2025 public salary disclosure, with just under 1,000 combined individuals from the Avon Maitland District School Board and the Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board on the list.

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Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

Bluewater school board urges consultation as province considers removing English public school board trustees

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) is raising concerns about a possible move by the province to remove English public school trustees, warning it could “weaken local representation and reduce accountability in Ontario’s education system.”

See all Mildmay area articles.

McQuail says Lewis holds similar values over some issues after election

Denny Scott photo One of the driving factors in why he plans to run for the leadership of the federal NDP, and plans to join the NDP with the Green party, is to think about the children of the country according to Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail. He said politicians need to think about the future, and the children that will inherit the country, and do better to represent everyone.

Long-time New Democratic Party (NDP) supporter, political activist and organic farmer Tony McQuail may not have won the federal NDP leadership race, but he feels he was heard, especially by new leader Avi Lewis.

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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

McQuail says Lewis holds similar values over some issues after election

Denny Scott photo One of the driving factors in why he plans to run for the leadership of the federal NDP, and plans to join the NDP with the Green party, is to think about the children of the country according to Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail. He said politicians need to think about the future, and the children that will inherit the country, and do better to represent everyone.

Long-time New Democratic Party (NDP) supporter, political activist and organic farmer Tony McQuail may not have won the federal NDP leadership race, but he feels he was heard, especially by new leader Avi Lewis.

Cowbell Brewing Company buys Grand Bend-area winery

Blyth’s Cowbell Brewing Company has acquired Grand Bend’s Dark Horse Estate Winery as part of the company’s ongoing effort to offer what customers want.

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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…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

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McQuail says Lewis holds similar values over some issues after election

By Denny Scott

Long-time New Democratic Party (NDP) supporter, political activist and organic farmer Tony McQuail may not have won the federal NDP leadership race, but he feels he was heard, especially by new leader Avi Lewis.

Cowbell Brewing Company buys Grand Bend-area winery

By Denny Scott

Blyth’s Cowbell Brewing Company has acquired Grand Bend’s Dark Horse Estate Winery as part of the company’s ongoing effort to offer what customers want.

Mills court appearance set for May 11; Hill removed from courtroom

By Denny Scott

George B. Mills, who was arrested in connection with an incident that occurred at the location and time that North Huron Township Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer was injured outside a North Huron Council meeting, had his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich on April 13.

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