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Winterfest set to return to Mildmay

Denny Scott February 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The fifth annual Getränk Winterfest at Harley’s Pub and Perk will be held on Feb. 22 at the restaurant, showcasing local beer and spirits.

2023 Mildmay Homecoming brings in over $800,000 Board donates more than $270,000 to local efforts

Denny Scott February 20, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After hosting what organizers called an extremely successful event, The Mildmay 2023 Homecoming Committee was, at its own request, dissolved during the Feb. 11 South Bruce Council Meeting.

Airport economic development plan questioned by Kuhnke

Denny Scott February 20, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

While some members of the Municipality of Brockton Council were excited to see progress on economic development at the Saugeen Municipal Airport, Coun. Carl Kuhnke had serious concerns regarding the funding of the initiatives.

Human services department reports on assistance to children

Pauline Kerr February 20, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Bruce County human services department presented two reports to county council on Feb. 6 regarding assistance to children.

Brockton looks to renegotiate agreement on airport cost-sharing

Denny Scott February 20, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After being rebuffed in its suggestion that the three owners of the Saugeen Municipal Airport consider selling the site, the Council of the Municipality of Brockton is seeking to revisit the cost-sharing with fellow ownership partners Hanover and West Grey.

Bruce libraries booking appointments for community tax filing assistance program

Submitted February 20, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is returning to the Bruce County Public Library Branches for the 2025 tax season.

Police warn residents to be on the alert for scams

Submitted February 20, 2025Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

To date this year, South Bruce OPP have received 26 fraud-related reports, and are warning people to be cautious.

Property association looks to work with council

Denny Scott February 20, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Lake Rosalind Property Owners Association (LRPOA), representing 182 households around the waterway, is looking to work with the municipality to address issues its members are having.

Museum to host storm chaser for family day

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

This Family Day, Feb. 17, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites visitors of all ages to experience a day of nature-themed fun, with a variety of interactive activities and special presentations from storm chaser and photographer David T. Chapman.

January unemployment rate increases to 5.8%

Submitted February 13, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula  Economic Region jumped to 5.8 per cent, also the biggest increase (+2 percentage points) across Ontario.

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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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Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

See all Listowel area articles.

Robinson joins candidates running for council in Brockton

Candidates continue to register for the upcoming municipal election with Christine Robinson filing to run as a councillor in Brockton.

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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Breakfast and big rigs

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

Brockton Council won’t pave the way for e-scooters

WALKERTON - Brockton is taking a “get tough” approach to e-scooters and similar mobility devices.

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Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

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.

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Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

By Cory Bilyea

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

By Cory Bilyea

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration

By Cory Bilyea

Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.

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