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Local planting project protects floodplains

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EXETER — Five hundred trees and shrubs were planted in Exeter last week as part of a program to…

Exeter close behind Dorchester, Lucan trails at bottom

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EXETER — The Exeter Hawks are second only to Dorchester in the PJHL Yeck Division standings, but…

When there are no words

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So many times in our lives we are met with moments when we draw a blank. We can’t find the words…

Free Community Christmas Dinner at Rec Centre Dec. 25

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SOUTH HURON — The ‘Free Community Christmas Dinner’ will go ahead for a second year Sun.,…

Shaw announces retirement from Community Living

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DASHWOOD — Community Living South Huron (CLSH) is reaching the end of an era with the upcoming…

Lucan Biddulph to redistribute development charges reserves

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LUCAN BIDDULPH — Lucan Biddulph treasurer Kate Smith placed a recommendation in front of council…

Council takes no action on Lambton policing changes

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LAMBTON SHORES — An Ontario Provincial Police decision to close Lambton Shores’ primary…

Great start for South Huron field hockey team

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EXETER —  The South Huron District High School (SHDHS) girls varsity field hockey team is…

PJHL rules allows games to end in ties

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EXETER — The former Southern Ontario Junior Hockey League (SOJHL) has changed to become the…

Pumpkin spice and everything nice

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This time of year, when the air turns crisp and the leaf colours change on the trees, it seems…

South Huron woman killed in bus accident

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MIDDLESEX CENTRE — A 63-year-old South Huron woman was pronounced dead in a single motor vehicle…

Increased fatal collision numbers in Huron County

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BLUEWATER —  Huron County experienced an increase in the number of fatal motor vehicle…

Bayfield bridge project will close some highway access

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BAYFIELD —  Plans to tear down the Bayfield River bridge and replace it with a new one could…

Huron marks 100th anniversary of 161st Battalion

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HURON — Huron County is in the midst of paying tribute to the men of the 161st Battalion, who…

New local theatre plans a busy first season

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EXETER – The recently-formed South Huron Community Theatre is busily preparing for two…

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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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Monkton Lions A-15 supported by Steve Smith Auto Sales and Trillium Insurance Company

Steven Smith Auto Sales in Monkton and Trillium Mutual Insurance Company in Listowel continued support for the Monkton Lions A-15 by helping host the club’s annual e-waste fundraiser at the two sites on April 4.

Perth County weighs the options between Notice of Intent, permit processes for revised tree injury bylaw

STRATFORD - The bulk of the nearly three-hour-long Perth County Council meeting on April 2 was spent discussing changes to the tree injury bylaw, specifically whether a notice of intent or permit process should be used, or not.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Step In Style cuts ribbon, opens in Wingham

WINGHAM - Stepping into a new era, Claudia Kuepfer officially opened the doors to Step In Style with a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Council denies World Press Freedom flag request

North Huron Council has denied a request to raise the World Press Freedom Day flag at the municipal office on May 3, following a lengthy statement from Coun. Chris Palmer, who questioned the political nature of the flag and its connection to the United Nations.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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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Monkton Lions A-15 supported by Steve Smith Auto Sales and Trillium Insurance Company

By Nicole Beswitherick

Steven Smith Auto Sales in Monkton and Trillium Mutual Insurance Company in Listowel continued support for the Monkton Lions A-15 by helping host the club’s annual e-waste fundraiser at the two sites on April 4.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

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WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

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MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

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