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RV dumping station to temporarily re-open

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – North Huron Council here approved a request from North Huron Director of Public Works,…

Annual bike rodeo takes over Listowel arena

Kelsey Bent May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - The Municipality of North Perth hosted its annual bike rodeo, this year inside at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex. Many attended to ride through the course

The 1941 Perth County Horse Show attracted over 1,500

Claire Drake May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

In early April, 1936 the newly formed Perth County Horse Breeders’ Association presented the first Horse Show in Stratford in twenty years.

Why do quilter’s make quilts?

Submitted May 28, 2026Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

MILDMAY - I’ll be honest. Creating a quilt won’t change your life. It’s not going to solve anything big or make you different than you already are.

North Perth approves, Perth County defers Atwood subdivision decision

Kelsey Bent May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Members of North Perth and Perth County councils were not totally sold on a plan of subdivision application for a development located on the east side of Atwood. The application was presented by Perth County Planner Nathan Garland, to North Perth on April 27, and to Perth County on May 21

Teeswater water tower completion draws closer with scheduled work

Emily Bowen May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - After several days of rescheduling due to weather and mechanical issues, the Teeswater water tower was set to reach a major milestone as crews were scheduled to lift the structure into place on May 27.

Hospital alliance beginning ‘staffing model realignments’

Nicole Beswitherick May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

LISTOWEL - Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said they are required to participate in hospital sector performance planning as part of the Ontario hospital sector facing “significant financial pressure.”

BBQ TO GIVE BACK

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026News

The RE/MAX Land Exchange team in Wingham hosted a fundraising barbecue on May 21, in memory of Joey…

Vacated land to be expropriated for proposed Atwood affordable housing project

Kelsey Bent May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A portion of a property presumably abandoned for over 100 years was approved to be expropriated by North Perth at its May 11 council meeting.

Council tailors attainable housing rent to unit types, allows renting to family

Kelsey Bent May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth council updated its affordable housing CIP to better appeal to renter realities.

Bruce County Council sets priorities for advocacy efforts

Pauline Kerr May 28, 2026Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The county has been having a certain amount of success in its advocacy efforts at the federal and provincial levels.

Fulfilling my promise to Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Wingham Advance Times

It began with a direct question born of absolute urgency. Michael “Cy” Cywink was searching for…

Security tightened as council returns to meeting in person

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – North Huron Council has approved new security measures at its Francis Street council…

Wingam Horticultural Society sale a success two hours in

Denny Scott May 28, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Horticultural Society held its annual plant sale over the weekend, though the first two hours saw a significant amount of the most desirable plants scooped up according to organizers. By 2 p.m. on Friday, after opening at noon, the sale was already a success with many plants bought and c

Two of three vehicles stolen from Brockton business recovered

Submitted May 28, 2026Local News, News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police issued a press release last week saying two of the three vehicles reported stolen on Tuesday, May 19, have been recovered.

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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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Small-Town Strip Club: fueling their journey with small-town support

“Everybody in our hometown knows us, for the most part if they’re into rock music…we’ve been really onto that next step as a band – continuing to break out and find supporters and genuine fans.” -John Yundt

United Way meets milestone donation ahead of schedule

LISTOWEL – The Music Hall Apartments project has reached its capital campaign goal, marking a…

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BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

Board reviews strategic plan progress

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.

See all Mildmay area articles.

BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

X-Ray Suite+ campaign surpasses $1 million milestone for new diagnostic imaging equipment

WALKERTON — The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation is recently announced that the X-Ray Suite+ Replacement Campaign has officially surpassed the $1 million raised mark, bringing the community one step closer to transforming diagnostic imaging services at the hospital.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

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Editorial

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

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.

Columnists

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

By Heather MacEwen

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

By Heather MacEwen

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

National Indigenous Peoples Day opening ceremony precedes the premiere of The Creation Story of Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink, by local media producer

By Heather MacEwen

BLYTH – Blyth Festival Theatre was the location of a well-attended drumming circle and knowledge…

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