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Walkerton resident part of variety show food bank fundraiser Oct. 17 – 18

Submitted October 16, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

An evening of sketch comedy and music is in store for audiences of the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s next production.

Increases are okay, just keep them small and spread them out

Denny Scott October 16, 2025Columns, Local News, Opinion, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

I know that we’re going to get into some “nerdy” stuff, as my parents told me, but bear with me – it’s applicable to readers – at least those in North Huron. 

Final swamp tour of the season a success

Submitted October 16, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

It was a full house for the last Greenock Swamp Tour of the season for the Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association.

Garden of Poppies project honours veterans

Emily Bowen October 16, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Local residents came together on Sept. 23 at the Walkerton Library to create a ceramic Remembrance Garden of Poppies, a public art installation honouring veterans and raising funds for the Royal Canadian Legion.

Welcome to municipal budget 2026

Pauline Kerr October 16, 2025Columns, Local News, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

‘Tis the season for municipal budgets, when local politicians earn every penny of their modest pay, and then some. 

Belgrave property owners to prepare for deferred water system costs

Rachel Hammermueller October 16, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

On Oct. 7, council here received an update from Treasurer Sean Brophy signalling financial planning for property owners hooked up to the Belgrave water system.

OPP summer crime statistics show impaired driving an issue locally

Rachel Hammermueller October 16, 2025Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its Sept. 29 meeting, the Huron County OPP board discussed crime and traffic statistics from the summer. 

Autumn Skies

Heather MacEwen October 16, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Rural

Exceptional weather conditions during the last few weeks saw temperatures in Southwestern Ontario…

Province commits to assisting with OPP costs; AMO says efforts fall short

Rachel Hammermueller October 16, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In a letter to OPP-policed municipalities dated Sept. 26, 2025, Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General’s office listed new commitments in wake of this spring’s review of the OPP cost recovery model for municipalities.

Special advisor appointed by Ontario’s Chief MOH meets with Grey-Bruce health unit and board, county representatives

Pauline Kerr October 16, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Aug. 14, the Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, (MOH) Dr. Kieran Moore, temporarily assumed the powers of the Grey Bruce Board of Health, under section 77.1 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act.

CUPW strikes switch to rotating basis

Midwestern Newspapers October 16, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

OTTAWA - On Thursday, Oct. 9, The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) announced the ongoing strike, in response to proposed changes to Canada Post’s mandate and operations, would end and rotating strikes would take its place.

North Perth launches new public safety video to share a powerful message

Submitted October 16, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

LISTOWEL - The Municipality of North Perth and the North Perth Fire Department announced on Oct. 10 the launch of a new grain bin safety public service announcement (PSA)  created by Memory Tree Productions.

Cyclones score on empty net, come out with 2-0 win against London Nationals

Nicole Beswitherick October 16, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones took on the London Nationals on Oct. 8 at the Western Fair Sports Centre in London.

North Huron to cap Gypsy Lane RV dumping station, municipal staff directed to seek user-pay options

Cory Bilyea October 16, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Public Works Director Kevin Watson submitted a report to North Huron Council on Oct. 6, seeking direction on the status of the Gypsy Lane RV dumping station and plans for this service moving forward.

Thanksgiving in the past’s paper pages

Claire Drake October 16, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

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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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F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce records incident-free start to 2026 in health and safety report

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce reported a strong start to 2026 in workplace health and safety, with no incidents, injuries or near-misses recorded across all municipal operations in the first quarter.

Bluewater board explores community partnerships for underused school space across region

CHESLEY -  Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) are looking to expand community use of school space, identifying 11 schools with available room for potential partnerships as part of ongoing planning efforts across Bruce and Grey counties.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Wing Fry Guys and Chepstow Lions Club donate $1,500 to Easter Seals

The Wing Fry Guys in conjunction with the Chepstow Lions Club have donated $1,500 to the Easter Seals.

Rotary Club of Walkerton supports local literacy

WALKERTON - The Rotary Club of Walkerton is proud to announce the successful completion of a community literacy initiative that provided more than 240 new books to local schools in the Walkerton area.

See all Walkerton area articles.

F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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.

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Wing Fry Guys and Chepstow Lions Club donate $1,500 to Easter Seals

By Submitted

The Wing Fry Guys in conjunction with the Chepstow Lions Club have donated $1,500 to the Easter Seals.

F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

By Midwestern Newspapers

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

By Rachel Hammermueller

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

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