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Council unanimously votes to begin expropriation process for trail connectivity to Gowanstown

Kelsey Bent July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council agreed to follow a staff recommendation to begin the process to expropriate property to connect the North Perth Trail to Gowanstown.

Real-time water monitoring data will soon be available

Pauline Kerr July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

FORMOSA - Imagine the benefits if municipal staff were able to monitor spring flooding as it happened. New technology through Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority has made this reality.

Maitland Conservation unveils major erosion management strategy for Great Lakes region

Cory Bilyea July 24, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

GODERICH - In a groundbreaking initiative along Lake Huron’s shoreline, scientists and local authorities have unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat coastal erosion and climate change impacts, revealing that nearly $2 billion in property and infrastructure are at risk.

Saugeen Hospice garden shed raffle winners

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

There are two lucky garden shed raffle winners in a Saugeen Hospice fundraising draw: Denise Fischer of Hanover and Linda Wall of Holyrood.

Paisley Legion’s donation brings original Indigenous art to library

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

PAISLEY - The Bruce County Public Library has unveiled an original piece of Indigenous art at its Paisley branch, thanks to the support of the Paisley Branch 295, Royal Canadian Legion.

Country stars join the celebration at Hayloft Music Festival

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music, News

LISTOWEL - This community will have an outdoor, summertime, country music festival to call its own in 2025.

North Huron calls for resources for mandatory safety plan

Cory Bilyea July 24, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - North Huron Council is calling for provincial funding for a mandatory community safety program, arguing that the provincial government’s directive comes with no financial support.

Listowel Agricultural Fair weekend a success

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

The 169th Listowel Agricultural Fair ran from July 17 to 20.

Ripley Reunion to take place July 31 to August 4 celebrating ‘The Ground We Grew Up On’

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

RIPLEY - From far and wide to one small town, the Ripley Reunion returns this August long weekend. Running from Thursday, July 31 to Monday, August 4, 2025, the Ripley Reunion is four days packed full of fun and community spirit.

Bruce County Beef Farmers unveil new mascot at annual barbecue

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHELSEY - The Bruce County Beef Farmers organization unveiled its new mascot Big Bruce during its 54th annual beef barbecue on Saturday. 

Nine new charges from violent outburst in police cruiser

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Police, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

WEST GREY - A man being transported to Hanover hospital for assessment now faces nine new charges, after he became violent in the police cruiser.

Walkerton Senior cards

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Euchre was very competitive at the Walkerton Library on Wednesday, July 16.

Ride for Dad a roaring success

Cory Bilyea July 24, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Maitland Valley Ride for Dad was held on Sat. July 19, leaving from the Wingham Legion at 9:30 a.m. with a spectacular showing of motorcycles heading out of town on Josephine Street.

U15 provincial tourney held in Chepstow

Submitted July 24, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHEPSTOW - The U-15 Provincial Women’s Softball action finished up Sunday, July 20 at the Chepstow Lion’s Park with Saugeen Shores Sting taking the gold medal in the finals. 

Howick Council expresses interest for daycare facility in township

Nicole Beswitherick July 24, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Council here endorsed a report at its July 15 meeting recommending the establishment of a daycare facility in the township.

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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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

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‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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.

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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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