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Winter snow removal a major operation for Bruce County

Pauline Kerr February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Bill Hayes, the operations manager for Bruce County’s transportation and environmental services department, said keeping the county’s roads clear of snow is a major operation.

Police warn of counterfeit $100 bills

Submitted February 5, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - Hanover Police Service is investigating several reports of counterfeit $100 bills passed in the last week within Hanover.

Initiatives continue to honour Walkerton students into new year

Emily Bowen February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON- Efforts honouring the memory of Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) students Olivia Rourke and Kaydance Ford are continuing with scholarships awarded and funding directed toward under-resourced athletics and trades programs in local schools.

Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre launches new virtual museum platform in partnership with Georgian College

Submitted February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SOUTHAMPTON - The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre has launched a new virtual museum experience, developed in partnership with Georgian College. 

Municipality of South Bruce offers no discounts on affordable housing taxation

Denny Scott February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

With Mayor Mark Goetz not putting forward a mayor’s budget for the municipality of South Bruce, council is preparing to work, as a whole, towards the 2026 budget.

Southeast Surge teams claim gold at three tournaments over weekend

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Jan. 26, 2026 U10A – Southeast Surge (3) at South West Admirals (0) U13B – South West Admirals…

Accessible washroom project approved

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

While South Bruce Deputy Mayor Nigel Van Dyk wanted to defer the project until after budget time due to other structural concerns, council approved the installation of accessible washrooms at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre.

Capitals outshoot Ironmen, but fall in shootout in PJHL action

Denny Scott February 5, 2026Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals are clinging to fifth place in the Provincial Junior Hockey League North Pollock Division. While tied for points with the sixth-place Mitchell Hawks, the Capitals have one more win, placing them ahead.

Numbers on homelessness speak for themselves – trying to solve 2026 crisis, 1970s funding not working

Pauline Kerr January 29, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

Recent data released by Wellington County and Guelph shows 85,000 people in Ontario were homeless in 2025, up eight per cent from the previous year.

Arran-Elderslie receives water infrastructure funding from provincial government

Submitted January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, in partnership with the Province of Ontario, recently announced approval for significant funding under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream. 

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New report cites local discrimination, hate groups, call to action for 2SLGBTQ+ population support

According to the report, many 2SLGBTQ+ participants expressed they felt excluded from community life, experiencing or witnessing discrimination based on their identities.

Howick Fire secures $16,800 from Fire Grant

HOWICK - At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

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Midwest Co-op to cease retail operations in Mildmay, Chesley

TEESWATER - Midwest Co-operative Services Inc. has announced plans for a realignment of its retail operations the company says is designed to “strengthen long-term service to members and customers, improve efficiency, and reinvest in key locations across its trading area.”

Work of watercolour artist Janet Main featured on Walkerton Libary Art Wall

WALKERTON - The Forest of Reading is Canada’s largest kids and teens recreational reading program! This initiative offers reading programs to encourage a love of reading in people of all ages. The Forest helps celebrate Canadian books, publishers, authors and illustrators.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Maitland Conservation AGM set for Feb. 18

Maitland Conservation (MC) is inviting members and community stakeholders to join them for the AGM on Feb. 18 at the lower hall of the Blyth Memorial Community Hall from 2 – 3:30 p.m.

North Huron to recruit new civil marriage officiant; Emily Phillips set to retire

The Township of North Huron has announced the retirement of Emily Phillips, one of its original civil marriage officiants, who has served the community for over 20 years.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Midwest Co-op to cease retail operations in Mildmay, Chesley

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TEESWATER - Midwest Co-operative Services Inc. has announced plans for a realignment of its retail operations the company says is designed to “strengthen long-term service to members and customers, improve efficiency, and reinvest in key locations across its trading area.”

Maitland Conservation AGM set for Feb. 18

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) is inviting members and community stakeholders to join them for the AGM on Feb. 18 at the lower hall of the Blyth Memorial Community Hall from 2 – 3:30 p.m.

North Huron to recruit new civil marriage officiant; Emily Phillips set to retire

By Cory Bilyea

The Township of North Huron has announced the retirement of Emily Phillips, one of its original civil marriage officiants, who has served the community for over 20 years.

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