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Remuneration raise approved for next group of North Perth Council members

Kelsey Bent May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A raise to North Perth council honorariums was approved with a vote of 8-2, with Coun. Matt Richardson and Coun. Matt Duncan opposed.

South Bruce council weighs source water protection concerns, advances rate study plans

Emily Bowen May 7, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council reviewed a letter raising concerns about provincial changes to conservation authorities, and approved steps toward a new water and wastewater rate study during its April 28 meeting.

Fire chief report prompts South Bruce council approval of Teeswater rescue air bag purchase

Emily Bowen May 7, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved the purchase of new rescue air bags for the Teeswater Fire Station as part of a broader update on fire department operations, training and public education efforts.

Chepstow card scores

Submitted May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHEPSTOW - Scores for the Young at Heart euchre and solo games at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall.

Public health supports alPHa resolution calling for Ontario Works improvements

Nicole Beswitherick May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

STRATFORD - The Huron Perth Public Health Board of Health was presented with a report from Director of Community and Family Health Tanya Sangster at its April 10 meeting regarding food insecurity.

Brick, Thompson post top scores on first night of singles crokinole

Clare Kuepfer May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SCONE - Scone singles league is now ununderway. Here are the results of the first night of  our singles league for this season.

The Atwood Bee and the Forrest House

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, Opinion

Last month we took a little trip to Atwood. 

Public Works Activity Report: South Bruce to replace failing pickup truck as repair costs and risks increase

Emily Bowen May 7, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - A plan to replace a deteriorating municipal pickup truck was approved by South Bruce council after staff warned of increasing mechanical risk and rising repair costs.

Community Cleanup

Cory Bilyea May 7, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham volunteers showed up once again on April 22, Earth Day, for the annual Wingham BIA town…

Funds for kitchen update

Submitted May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jim Batte and Sandra Douglas received $1,000 an behalf of the Formosa Lions Club from the Formosa Country Christmas

Poppy rock ceremony planned to honour veterans in Teeswater Cemeteries

Jan Briggs-McGowan May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

SOUTH BRUCE - Research is well underway to document all veterans buried in Culross-Teeswater Cemetery, and Smith Cemetery (north of Teeswater). Through the No Stone Left Alone (NSLA) foundation, two members of the Bruce County Genealogical Society have organized a poppy rock ceremony on May 14...

Thompson, South Bruce, school board announce $14.98 million for new school

Pauline Kerr May 7, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

MILDMAY - Lisa Thompson, MPP for Huron-Bruce and minister of rural affairs, was joined on May 2 by dignitaries from the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board and Municipality of South Bruce to announce plans for a new elementary school and daycare spaces in Mildmay.

Small businesses need responsible recycling plan

Pauline Kerr May 7, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

It promises to be a long, hot, and in some cases, smelly summer.

North Huron approves election sign bylaw revisions

Cory Bilyea May 7, 2026Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – With the next municipal election on the horizon, North Huron candidates will be working…

Lobbying results in substance abuse support

Pauline Kerr May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY – Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody remarked that there’s good news coming for Bruce County, and it’s the result of discussions with provincial leaders both locally and at conferences.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic 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…

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

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.

Columnists

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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