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Walkerton

Formosa Country Christmas donates $5,000 to the Walkerton Hospital Foundation

Submitted March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Formosa Country Christmas (FCC) recently donated $5,000 to the Walkerton Hospital Foundation.

County approves proposed new Brockton hamlet

Pauline Kerr March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bruce County council held a public meeting on March 19 regarding a proposed redesignation of land from agricultural to hamlet-exception, to permit construction of three semi-detached houses for a total of six residential units...

Regional transit study looks at options for Bruce, Dufferin, Grey and Wellington

Pauline Kerr March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Dennis Kar, project manager from Dillon Consulting Ltd., made a presentation to Bruce County council on March 19, to provide an update on the early findings from the Bruce, Dufferin, Grey and Wellington (BDGW) Regional Transit Study, and to seek council’s direction on next steps.

Bruce County and Brockton partner to showcase community spirit at the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo

Submitted March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bruce County and the Municipality of Brockton are proudly  supporting the 2026 International Plowing Match (IPM) and Rural Expo, taking place Sept. 22–26, in Walkerton. 

International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in the region for 2026

Pauline Kerr March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - From Sept. 22 to 26, Bruce County will host an anticipated 200,000 visitors at one of the most exciting events on the agricultural calendar - the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo. 

South Bruce seek two third-party reviews of ice surface refrigeration systems

Denny Scott March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

After initially removing an ice surface refrigeration system replacement from recommended projects in the 2026 budget, South Bruce Council has approved $2,640, plus tax, to have two third-party assessments of each of its refrigeration systems completed.

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A-ZONE playoffs continue in local arenas

Denny Scott March 26, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Seasons have ended for several local A-ZONE level teams as playoff losses were suffered. Other teams, however, push on.

South Bruce Council approves SMART program

Denny Scott March 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Municipality of South Bruce has applied for funding to help support its part in the Saugeen Mobility Accessible Regional Transit (SMART) program.

“When all you’ve got is a hammer, everything looks like a nail”

Denny Scott March 26, 2026Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

There are a lot of great proverbs, idioms, sayings and other cliches out there about tools. Great examples include “Measure twice and cut once,” “A [poor/bad] workman blames his tools,” and, as Canadians, we can’t forget Steve Smith’s (aka Red Green’s) “Any tool can be the right tool.”

Walkerton Herald-Times March 19 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers March 19, 2026Columns, Pieces of the Past, Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

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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. 

See all Listowel area articles.

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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

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.

Howick not proceeding with BYO policy

Council will not be proceeding with the development of a municipal bylaw or policy to permit “bring your own alcohol” at outdoor public events within the township at this time.

See all Wingham area articles.

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…

Columnists

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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