• Local
    • Independent Plus
    • Listowel Banner
    • Walkerton Herald-Times
    • Wingham Advance Times
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Editorials
    • Columnists
    • Cartoons
    • Submit Letter
  • Police
  • Sports
    • Submit Sports
  • A & E
  • Rural
  • Business
  • Obituaries
    • Submit a Family Ad

Your browser is not supported

Your browser is too old. To use this website, please use Chrome or Firefox.

×
Login
  • Local
    • Independent Plus
    • Kincardine Independent
    • Listowel Banner
    • Mildmay Town Crier
    • Walkerton Herald-Times
    • Wingham Advance Times
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Editorials
    • Columnists
    • Cartoons
    • Submit Letter
  • Police
  • Sports
    • Submit Sports
  • A & E
  • Rural
  • Business
  • Obituaries
    • Submit a Family Ad
Community News
Midwestern Newspapers Logo
  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026
  • Submit News + Ads
  • Subscribe
  • Sections
  • Search
  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026
  • Submit News + Ads
  • Subscribe
  • Login
 
Midwestern Newspapers Logo
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
  • Local
    • Independent Plus
    • Kincardine Independent
    • Listowel Banner
    • Mildmay Town Crier
    • Walkerton Herald-Times
    • Wingham Advance Times
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Editorials
    • Columnists
    • Cartoons
    • Submit Letter
  • Police
  • Sports
    • Submit Sports
  • A & E
  • Rural
  • Business
  • Obituaries
    • Submit a Family Ad
  • Local
    • Independent Plus
    • Kincardine Independent
    • Listowel Banner
    • Mildmay Town Crier
    • Walkerton Herald-Times
    • Wingham Advance Times
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Editorials
    • Columnists
    • Cartoons
    • Submit Letter
  • Police
  • Sports
    • Submit Sports
  • A & E
  • Rural
  • Business
  • Obituaries
    • Submit a Family Ad

News

United Way’s Youth in Action Grants offer chance for youth to impact communities

Submitted October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

STRATFORD - The application period for United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Youth in Action Grants is now open for 14- to 24-year-olds who want to address pressing issues among youth in Perth and/or Huron County.

Christ calls us to be peacemakers

Rev. Michael Mayer October 2, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, in recent weeks we have once again seen violence erupt in our…

Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 2 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers October 2, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From October 3, 1990

Is it a bird … is it a plane …

Pauline Kerr October 2, 2025Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

There was a time when you knew what belonged on the road and what belonged on the sidewalk.

Kevin’s Memorial Ride recognizes local woman as top fundraiser

Midwestern Newspapers September 25, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The annual Kevin’s Memorial Ride took place July 12, in Waterloo with the motorcycle ride starting off at the Rod and Gun club, where 60 participants met to begin the 200 kilometre journey.

‘Vicious dog’ complaints continue; zoning certificates down in Municipality of Morris-Turnberry

Rachel Hammermueller September 25, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston reported to council here a recap of July and August in the world of bylaw enforcement, reviewing five new comments pertaining to violations, complaints and enforcement as well as a number of ongoing investigations.

Chamber golf tournament raises $2,000 for Huron Women’s Shelter

Submitted September 25, 2025Contests, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron Chamber of Commerce is recently announced that its annual golf tournament, presented by Hurontel, raised $2,000 in support of the Huron Women’s Shelter. 

162nd Brussels Fall Fair full of fun and games for all ages

Rachel Hammermueller September 25, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Brussels Agricultural Society hosted the 162nd fair September 16-17, themed ‘Overalls and Aprons’.

Join United Way Perth-Huron’s Social Research and Planning Council

Submitted September 25, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) thrives thanks to dedicated volunteers who ensure the organization continues to serve Perth-Huron communities effectively. 

F.E. Madill Secondary School’s pickleball and tennis courts are re-opened and refurbished

Rachel Hammermueller September 25, 2025Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Sept. 18 saw many local leaders and organization representatives gather to cut the ribbon on the…

Huron East driver charged with 11 offences; youth charged for school shooting threat; victim loses $49K in scam

Midwestern Newspapers September 25, 2025Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP has charged a Huron East resident with 11 offences following a traffic stop on Aug. 29.

Municipality purchases Pioneer Park in Bluevale from MVCA

Rachel Hammermueller September 25, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its Sept. 16 meeting, Morris-Turnberry Council approved a motion to authorize the purchase of Pioneer Park in Bluevale from the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA).

Annual motorcycle event for “Kevin’s Memorial Ride” in Waterloo, recognizes local woman as top fundraiser

Submitted September 25, 2025Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – The annual Kevin’s Memorial Ride, took place July 12, in Waterloo with the…

Local agricultural society hosts evening to honour Lexi Johnston, CNE Ambassador of Fairs

Heather MacEwen September 25, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Agriculture Society is welcoming all to attend an event in honour of Lexi…

Chickenfest returns with wacky games, chicken and good fun

Pauline Kerr September 25, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - For some, it was a blast from the past – a blast of the scent of fried chicken wings, that is. For others, it was a chance to find out what the fun from a couple of decades ago was all about, and get in on it.

  • «
  • 1
  • …
  • 113
  • 114
  • 115
  • 116
  • 117
  • 118
  • 119
  • 120
  • 121
  • 122
  • 123
  • …
  • 1,070
  • »

Select Your Region

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…

See all Kincardine 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 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.

Columnists

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. 

  • News
    • Local News
    • Police
    • Sports
    • Rural
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Business
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Columnists
    • Submit Letter
  • Community
    • Obituaries
    • Family Ad Submission
  • More
    • Facebook
    • Twitter

Subscribe for Full Access.

Subscribe
Connect with us
Contact Us
  • Contact
  • Our Team
  • Home Delivery Issues
  • Submit News

185 Wallace Ave., Listowel, ON N4W 1K8. © All materials copyright Midwestern Newspapers, 2006-2026. Photographs and text found here may not be used for any purpose whatsoever without express permission. If you need something, please ask. Your feedback is welcome. Please direct comments, questions or suggestions to mwilson@midwesternnewspapers.com

Canada
  • Site Feedback
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Policy
  • Advertising
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok