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News

S-bend roundabout to be completed in October

Kelsey Bent May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - A project that has been discussed for close to a decade will be completed this year.

Human Trafficking Awareness event May 15 in Stratford

Submitted May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, News

Victim Services Huron Perth invites the public to a free Human Trafficking Awareness Information Session on May 15, at the Burnside Agriplex, 357 McCarthy Road, Stratford, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Charges laid after collision with police vehicle; individual charged after fleeing scene

Submitted May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

Perth County OPP have charged an individual with nine criminal offences after colliding with a police vehicle in the Listowel on April 29, a police report states.

Brockton Council seeks nominations for volunteer awards

Pauline Kerr May 8, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Brockton council marked Volunteer Week during the April 22 meeting with an announcement in the “public notifications” section of the meeting.

Spike in school bus crashes has OPP concerned

Submitted May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

A spike in school bus crashes has the members of West Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) concerned.

Walkerton Rotary Club announced draw #10 winners from May 1. Winners and prizes include; Shirley Bourgeois, $1,000; Wayne Martin, $500; Diane and Rick Hodgins, $300; Cate and Tom Diebold, $250; Chyleen Lobsinger, $200 and Katie Donahue and Claire Wettlaufer, $100. Pictured making the draw above is Nikki Allen (Left), Rotarians Flo Gutscher, Gerry Gerlofsma, Bonne Noble, Tom Traversy and Nina McTeer. (Contributed photo)

Walkerton Rotary Club announces draw 10 winners

Submitted May 8, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Walkerton Rotary Club announced draw #10 winners from May 1.

County council decides one size does not fit all when it comes to severances

Pauline Kerr May 8, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - A difference of opinion between the recommendation of the Bruce County planning department, and the proposal by the property owner, on a surplus farm dwelling severance, was resolved by an amendment proposed by County Coun. Chris Peabody (Brockton).

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Teeswater CWL holds Communion brunch

Submitted May 8, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Catholic Womens League held its Annual Communion Brunch on Sunday, April 27, following 9 a.m. mass.

North Perth requests province undo strong mayor powers

Kelsey Bent May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Mere days ahead of the strong mayor powers coming into effect, the council of the Municipality of North Perth decided to seek a reversal from the province at its April 29 meeting.

Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival 2025 Highlights Concert thrills audience

Pauline Kerr May 8, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The best of the best performed at this year’s Highlights Concert for the Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival on May 3.

Milverton spring home show- a success

Heather MacEwen May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

A good crowd came out to the Milverton Spring Home Show over the weekend. The annual event, now in…

Hike for Hospice Hanover 2025

Hike for the Saugeen Hospice event held in Hanover

David Wood May 8, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Hike for the Saugeen Hospice was held on May 4 across the region including events in Durham, Paisley, Mildmay, Walkerton and Hanover.

Record setting turn out for Howick firefighter’s breakfast

Heather MacEwen May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The annual Howick Firefighters Breakfast was a huge success over the weekend. Held at the Howick…

Listowel Cyclones celebrate season by handing out annual awards

Heather MacEwen May 8, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

Former NHL player Nick Spaling offers wisdom, advise to young players

The 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce group recently chose Victim Services Bruce Grey as the recipient of a donation of $33,200 - a record-setting amount for the organization. Back row, from left: Danielle Thede, Brenda Vanderploeg, Beverlee Gateman, Peri Ongarato, Yvonne McCutcheon and Pam Kraft. Front row: Lynda Legge, Paula Carere, Victim Services Bruce Grey Executive Director Jane Hatley, Debb Bodkin and Debbie Pegelo.

100 Women group gives record-setting donation to Victim Services

Submitted May 8, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce organization proudly launched its 2025 giving season by presenting the group’s largest donation to date by giving $33,200 to Victim Services Bruce Grey. The organization supported over 1,400 individuals through crisis with trauma informed care and was selected to re

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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.

Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

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.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

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.

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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Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

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WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

By Submitted

Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

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LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

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