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North huron council briefs -Falconer warns about outside influence in return to council meeting attendance

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

WINGHAM – Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer returned to the council table this week and used his first…

Alice Munro Literary Garden to find new home in Cruickshank Park

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

Edit: This article has been updated to correct the spelling of Cruickshank Park. WINGHAM – North…

Blyth Festival Gallery opens season with student show

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth Centre for the Art’s Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s 2026 season officially opened over the weekend with the Student Show which welcomed artists from local schools.

Two file to run in North Perth, none in Howick

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

May 1 marked the first day of the nomination period for the October municipal election, with the period running until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.

Milverton Community mourns loss of Karlie Snyder

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News

The Milverton area is mourning the passing of one of their own by tying colourful ribbons on posts around the town.

Morris-Turnberry takes next step in creating encroachment bylaw

Denny Scott May 7, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Council of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry will be entertaining a proposed bylaw limiting usage of municipal land in order to reduce liability and potential legal costs.

Policies, information for election candidates on Morris-Turnberry site

Denny Scott May 7, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Municipality of Morris-Turnberry has taken the next step towards the upcoming municipal election this year.

Property theft in Milverton

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

MILVERTON - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance in relation multiple thefts in Milverton on April 30.

Municipal election nomination filing period has begun

Denny Scott May 7, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

May 1 marked the first day of the nomination period for the October municipal election, with the period running until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.

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

Denny Scott May 7, 2026Editorials, Opinion

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

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

South Bruce adopts behaviour policy for youth programs, backs no-refund rule for removals

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TEESWATER - A new behaviour framework for children and youth in municipal recreation programs is set to take effect May 1 of this year, following discussion at South Bruce council on April 14 about how best to manage disruptive conduct while balancing fairness for families.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

Emily Bowen April 30, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

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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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