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Walkerton parks full of local music talent

Pauline Kerr July 2, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The first in the Music in the Park series for this summer was a delight for those who stopped to listen – and stayed to hear more, from Lisa McEwen and Jessie T, on the afternoon of June 27 in Market Garden Park.

Reader recounts memorable story in contrast to Scott’s theatre column

Jan Duffield July 2, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

To the Editor: I just finished reading Denny Scott’s column about theatre etiquette (editor’s note: The magic of theatre (and what dispels it) ran in Midwestern Newspapers for June 25, 2026) and I had to send you my own story.  

Bruce Grey Child and Family Services seeks local foster care-giver for 10-year-old

Submitted July 2, 2026Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE-GREY -  Bruce Grey Child & Family Services are looking for a foster caregiver/s in this area for Marcus, a 10-year-old boy. If something in you is already leaning forward, this is for you.

GBPH seeks information on dog bite incidents in region

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - Grey Bruce Public Health is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the owners of dogs involved in two unrelated dog-bite incidents – one that took place Tuesday, June 23, in Owen Sound, and another that took place Wednesday, June 24, in Hanover.

Walkerton Herald-Times July 2 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers July 2, 2026Columns, Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From July 5, 1989

To ban or not to ban, that is the question

Pauline Kerr July 2, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

The debate continues on whether children should have access to social media, and if so, at what age access is appropriate.

GBPH encourages residents to take precautions during extreme heat event

Submitted July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - With daily temperatures expected hitting 30°C or more this week, Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) is reminding residents and visitors to take important steps to prevent potential heat-related illnesses.

BigDoor to serve as community cooling centre when weather turns hot

Pauline Kerr July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CARGILL - In the new business portion of the June 23 Brockton Council meeting – the annual meeting held at the Cargill Community Centre instead of the Bruce County administrative building in Walkerton – this week’s hot weather made its way onto the agenda with a very cool community initiative.

Brockton Council agrees to relocate temporary dog park – temporarily

Pauline Kerr July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CARGILL - Walkerton’s off-leash dog park is on the move again.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

Pauline Kerr July 2, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CARGILL - Brockton Council has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972.

WDCS students raise more than $5,000 for Saugeen Hospice at first-ever “Hop for Hospice”

Emily Bowen July 2, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) Elementary raised more than $5,000 for hospice care during a first-time fundraiser that combined physical activity, pledges and community support, school officials say.

New 911 dispatch software coming in October as county plans public education push

Cory Bilyea July 2, 2026Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A new ambulance dispatch system coming to Huron County in October is expected to reduce lights-and-sirens runs and prioritize the sickest patients.

Second annual Spirit Walk held in Wingham June 13

Cory Bilyea July 2, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham and Area Historical Society held its second annual Spirit Walk on June 13 at various…

Local orchard marks fifth anniversary with tours, grill and farm store specials

Cory Bilyea July 2, 2026Food, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Maitside Orchard celebrated five years under owner Calvin Lichty on June 13.

Wingham and District Horticultural Society marks 60 years of community gardening

Cory Bilyea July 2, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Sixty years after a handful of local gardeners first banded together to brighten up public spaces, the Wingham and District Horticultural Society is marking its diamond anniversary.

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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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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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

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

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Columnists

Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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