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Run4Health: Raising funds and awareness one kilometre at a time

Emily Bowen October 9, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Community Centre marked the start line of the 15th annual Run4Health,  an event run by the Walkerton District Community centre to raise funds that go towards projects in the hospital, including the X-ray suite project.

Ironmen fall to second-last place with back-to-back losses

Denny Scott October 2, 2025Sports, Wingham Advance Times

After falling short in two games over the weekend, the Wingham Ironmen are sitting at two points out of the basement of the league.

Simply Celebrate You boutique recognizes fifth year in business with fashion show

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Business, Listowel Banner

LISTOWEL - Simply Celebrate You fashion boutique hosted its fifth anniversary fashion show at the Listowel Ag Hall on Sept. 28.

South Bruce approves MOU with snowmobile clubs for use of trails

Denny Scott October 2, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Council of the Municipality of South Bruce, by bylaw, has enacted a memorandum of understanding with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) District 9 and its member clubs for the use of local trails.

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Walkerton Capitals fall to last place in PJHL North Pollock Division

Denny Scott October 2, 2025Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

After struggling to find their footing in the early part of the season, the members of the Walkerton Capitals will look towards a three-game homestand starting next weekend to make up some lost ground.

In photos: 2025 Howick Fall Fair

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - The Howick Fall Fair, held on Sept. 26 and 27, had something for everyone.

Surge, 49ers bring home championship wins in weekend tournaments

Denny Scott October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Midwestern Newspapers looks at minor hockey results from Sept. 23 to Sept. 28, 2025.

Council invited to unlearn workshop hosted by Kin Cares

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - While discussing items on the consent agenda during the Sept. 22 North Perth Council meeting, Listowel Ward Coun. Sarah Blazek brought attention to an invitation from Kin Cares.

Listowel schools raise funds for Terry Fox Foundation

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Listowel Eastdale Public School students and faculty participated in the annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 26.

Council approves $5.6 million tender for wastewater filters, project includes 25 per cent tariff contingency

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council approved a tender for the replacement of the existing tertiary sand filters at the North Perth Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) at its Sept. 22 meeting. 

Listowel honours CNE Ambassador of the Fairs Lexi Johnston

Rachel Hammermueller October 2, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Multiple dignitaries spoke, including local members of parliament and representatives from the Agricultural Society and the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE).

Agriculture career and wellness day connects youth with rural community

Rachel Hammermueller October 2, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

Students from four schools in the Avon Maitland District School Board, mostly Grades 11-12, with some Grade 10 students, met on the grounds of Listowel Agricultural Society Hall on Sept. 24, for a day of learning, connecting and sharing experiences surrounding agricultural life. 

North Huron approves Vance Fund action plan

Cory Bilyea October 2, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron is taking steps to enhance community recreational facilities through the 2025 Vance Fund application. 

Huron County seeking community input for economic development strategic plan

Submitted October 2, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The County of Huron’s Economic Development department is seeking input from residents, business owners, and community stakeholders as it develops a new economic development strategic plan. 

TD Canada Trust Wingham TD Tree Day event sees 200 plantings

Kelsey Bent October 2, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

This is the third time TD has planted trees in this location since 2018. 

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Seven Trailblazing women share their stories at library event

LISTOWEL – Parkview Gardens hosted a full turnout for the North Perth Public Library’s Tell Me a Story; Trailblazing Women event on Oct. 15.

Bill 125 proposed to reduce appeal, availability of vapour products to youth

STRATFORD – The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received a letter in its correspondence regarding support for Bill 125 at its Oct. 9 meeting.

See all Listowel area articles.

New garbage collection contract to go out for bids

TEESWATER – A new curbside garbage collection contract is being put out for bids after the current provider plans to end service Dec. 31, with several smaller communities potentially gaining collection for the first time. 

Students take part in province-wide mock municipal election

HANOVER – More than 140,000 students across Ontario took part in a parallel municipal and school board election this fall, including students learning about the candidates and democratic process in communities across Bruce and Grey counties.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Ellis claims top prize in TV Bingo

BRUCE – Fran Ellis of Walkerton claimed the highest-value prize in the Wightman Rotary TV Bingo last week. 

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 05 Turnbacks

From Nov. 9, 1988

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Columnists

Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

By Rachel Hammermueller

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

By Submitted

Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

The Maitland Scare Path was a creepy start into Halloween

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Maitland Scare Path in Wingham was a creepy start into the Halloween weekend. At nightfall Oct.…

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