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Wingham

Longevity – life is increasing, with activity

Bob Murray July 31, 2025Columns, Editorials, Wingham Advance Times

In 2017 I had a SPECT brain scan at a local hospital. The results: Abnormal perfusion in the right temporal lobe and right basal ganglia. 

Township launches feasibility study on tourism accommodation shortage

Cory Bilyea July 31, 2025News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron commenced a feasibility study to investigate “the adequacy of the current accommodation infrastructure to meet growing demand, particularly during peak seasons and special events."

Huron East fire dept. sees decrease in calls

Rachel Hammermueller July 31, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In January to June of this year, the Huron East Fire Department saw a 14 per cent decrease in emergency response calls from 2024 to 2025, 78 to 68 respectively. 

Local accessibility champion receives Coronation Medal

Cory Bilyea July 31, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Julie Sawchuk was in the middle of doing what she does best, helping people understand what accessibility looks like, when she got a text that left her ‘verklempt (overcome with emotion).’

Teeswater resident nominated for CCMA award for country artist podcast

Submitted July 31, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Music, Wingham Advance Times

Local resident Jenna Weishar is making waves in the Canadian country music scene. The podcast co-hosted by the Teeswater resident, On The Porch with Front Porch Music, has been nominated for a 2025 Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA) Award, the only podcast to receive a nomination this year.

Guided walking tours of Blyth back by popular demand

Cory Bilyea July 31, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Did you know that before it was Blyth, it was named Drummond? This is one of the many fascinating stories shared by local historian and storyteller Gary Coursey during his guided walking tour of Blyth, which took place on July 24.

Blyth Festival’s latest exhibit, ‘The Apocryphal Photography of Jutland Norton’ is a whimsical, mysterious experience

Rachel Hammermueller July 31, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Apocryphal Photography of Jutland Norton by local writers and artists Scott Stephenson and Chelsea Gamble, combines what appears to be a photography exhibit spanning decades with an interactive experience, depending on your interpretation entirely. 

Paving project over-budget in Morris-Turnberry, material costs to blame

Rachel Hammermueller July 31, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Council here approved a tender for hot mix paving on McKinnon Drive, Queen Street and Black Line in the Bluevale-area, at $16,500 over the original project cost estimate. 

Tyson Moran drafted by Kansas City Royals

Nicole Beswitherick July 31, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - On July 14, Tyson Moran was selected in the 13th round of the 20 round MLB (Major League Baseball) draft, and was selected 398th overall by the Kansas City Royals

Huron County Plowing Match

Dodds look forward to hosting plowing match, welcoming plowers

Denny Scott July 31, 2025News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Despite being a staple of the competitive plowing scene and local plowing matches in Huron County for decades, the Dodds family farm near Winthrop will host the Huron County Plowing Match for the first time ever this year.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

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Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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