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In and around local bakeries through Perth County’s history

Cindy J. Sinko May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Bakeries have been a growing part of Canadian communities since the early 1900s. According to the…

Less than 10 cases of measles found in Grey-Bruce

Pauline Kerr May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health for Grey-Bruce, told members of the Grey-Bruce board of health that there have been “less than 10 cases” of measles in Grey-Bruce. Most students have been vaccinated.

John Diefenbaker school victorious at third-annual NII Science Olympics

Submitted May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - Victory belongs to Hanover’s John Diefenbaker Senior School (JDSS), as four students emerged triumphant at this year’s Science Olympics—hosted by the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII)—mastering a series of inventive science-based tasks and earning top honours at Friday’s competition. 

Indigenous Student Forum 2025 held at Outdoor Education Centre

Submitted May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - A bit of rain and cloud cover could hardly hamper student engagement at this year’s Indigenous Student Forum at the Bluewater Outdoor Education Centre.

Bursaries, scholarships support tomorrow’s farmers

Ethan Wallace May 15, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Agriculture is arguably among the most important industries we have. Not only is it one of the…

Atwood United Church hosts multiple fundraising events

Submitted May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

ATWOOD – The Atwood United Church has been busy with fundraising events this past month with the…

Report reveals majority of secondary students not hitting ministry attendance standard

Kelsey Bent May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

SEAFORTH - In follow-up to a previous report presented to the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) of Trustees on Jan. 28 regarding elementary school student attendance, trustees again reviewed data regarding secondary student attendance at the April 22 meeting.

Sports: a favourite past-time for Community Living’s Zimmerman

Denny Scott May 15, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

Bill Zimmerman cuts grass, shovels snow and volunteers at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex thanks to the connections and support of Community Living Wingham.

Formosa Lions annual Mother’s Day breakfast

Emily Bowen May 15, 2025Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

FORMOSA - Formosa Lions held their annual Mother’s Day breakfast at the Formosa Memorial Hall on May 11. All proceeds went towards Saugeen hospice.

Wightman Telecom donates to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation

Submitted May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – Wightman Telecom recently made a donation to the Listowel Memorial Hospital…

Jan’s Danceshop students showcase talents at several local events

Submitted May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Stepdance students of Janice Ballagh “Jan’s Danceshop” have been very busy over the last couple of weeks entertaining and competing. The “Danceshop” showcased their talents at the Belmore Syrup Festival.   

Emergency services respond to May 12 drowning in Saugeen River

Submitted May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

ARRAN-ELDERSLIE - On May 12, at 1:31 p.m., South Bruce OPP, Bruce County Paramedic Services and the Arran-Elderslie Fire and Emergency Services responded to a report of a person in distress in the Saugeen River in Paisley.

Council learns about development charges, Coun. Goetz against them

Denny Scott May 15, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

During a special educational council meeting focused on development charges, South Bruce Coun. Jeff Goetz railed against the implementation of such charges.

Oasis 50/50 Raffle Launches to Support the Humane Society of KWSP

Submitted May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, News

The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth (HSKWSP) recently launched an Oasis 50/50 Raffle.

The Final Chapter: Chris Kurz reflects on the legacy of his various strongman events ahead of his finale

Kelsey Bent May 15, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Sports

LISTOWEL - Picture this, a sea of people all dressed in white, twirling rally towels overhead, topped off with their hats on backwards. This might sound like the famous Winnipeg Jets “Whiteout” celebration, but this time, it is Chris Kurz’s ideal atmosphere for his ninth and final strongman event.

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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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