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North Perth Council approves proceeding with $18.7 million phase of North East development

Kelsey Bent April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - What the mayor is calling the largest capital project of his time, received approval for a second phase from council on April 13.

Walkerton Hearald-Times Turnbacks from April 28, 1993

Midwestern Newspapers April 30, 2026Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From April 28, 1993: – At present, the vacancy rate of apartments in Walkerton is excessive but…

Workshop planned for municipal election candidates

Submitted April 30, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bruce County residents are invited to attend a Candidates’ Information Night for those considering running for Municipal Council in the 2026 municipal and school board election, to be held on October 26.

Howick not proceeding with BYO policy

Nicole Beswitherick April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council will not be proceeding with the development of a municipal bylaw or policy to permit “bring your own alcohol” at outdoor public events within the township at this time.

Huron-Perth Catholic District School board welcomes new Bishop for Diocese of London

Submitted April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, News

DUBLIN - The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) representatives say the board joins the faithful across the Diocese of London in celebrating the announcement by His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV

Celebrating Earth Day; a look at Arbor Day in the papers

Submitted April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

As we move further into spring and temperatures rise, many people will be eager to spend more time outdoors to enjoy the sunshine or planning their gardens.

Local unemployment rate rises to 5.3%

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

WALKERTON - The unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased  in March by 0.2 percentage points to 5.3% yet remained the lowest unemployment rate in the province for the past three months.

Walkerton Legion Branch 102 presents awards for the 2025 Remembrance Poster and Literary Competitions

Submitted April 30, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Walkerton Legion Branch 102 recently presented three District C awards for the 2025…

Mildmay native Owen Riegling plays Toronto’s Massey Hall, launches In the Feeling album

Submitted April 30, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Mildmay Town Crier, Music, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TORONTO - A large number of area residents were on hand as Mildmay native Owen Riegling played Toronto’s Massey Hall on April 18 in celebration of the launch of his In the Feeling album.

What is causing the increase in mental illness in Canadian youth?

Abigail Brubacher April 30, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner

Recent studies show that there have been significant changes in the mental health and wellness of…

Creative Needle Club

Submitted April 30, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Creative Needle Club meets the third Tuesday of every month at the Listowel Mennonite Church.

Walkerton Rotary Club learns about Meal Mates program

Submitted April 30, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Rotary Club of Walkerton was pleased to have Lindsay Welsh and Avery Osthoff from Walkerton District Community School (WDCS)  as guest speakers at our recent meeting to talk about the Meal Mates program.

Museum inviting public input

Submitted April 30, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) is inviting residents and visitors to share their thoughts through a public survey as it begins work on a new four-year strategic plan.

Individual charged in fatal collision in Mapleton

Submitted April 30, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

MAPLETON TOWNSHIP - Police have charged an individual in connection with a double fatal collision from Oct. 2, 2025.

100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce support housing and mental health

Submitted April 30, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY BRUCE - 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce have once again demonstrated the power of collective giving, announcing a landmark donation of $39,400 to the Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce (CMHAGB). The funding was raised at the group’s first meeting of 2026, held on March 28.

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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.

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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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