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Point of order becomes point of conflict at council meeting

Cory Bilyea August 21, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

What began as a routine council meeting in North Huron on Aug. 11 quickly transformed into a pointed conversation on municipal transparency and governance after Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer challenged council procedures on the use of point of order interruptions.

Preparations begin for Blyth’s 150th

Cory Bilyea August 21, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Two years before the first parade float rolls down Queen Street, Blyth is already dreaming big.

Belonging Matters event to highlight the importance of connection

Submitted August 21, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A workshop on building community belonging is set for Oct. 7 in Clinton. 

Township to recognize local business Howson & Howson for milestone anniversary

Cory Bilyea August 21, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron Economic Development Officer Ritu Bhardwaj presented a report to council on Aug. 11 informing councillors and the public of an upcoming celebration in Blyth.

Red Cross appeal launched to support people impacted by Newfoundland fires

Submitted August 21, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

On Aug. 15 the Canadian Red Cross launched the 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Wildfires Appeal to help people and communities impacted by fires in the province.

North Perth Cruisers Retro Revival Series continues to grow

Heather MacEwen August 21, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

A large crowd came out to the North Perth Cruisers Retro Revival Friday Series held at the Canadian…

Community BBQ in Formosa Lion’s Park

Emily Bowen August 21, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

An afternoon of fun was enjoyed at the Formosa Lions Park as the Formosa St. Joseph Aid Society held a community barbecue on Aug. 17.

The origin and significance of sundials

Submitted August 21, 2025Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Sundials are the oldest method of telling time and use the movement of the sun in the sky to cast a shadow on a marked plate, thereby revealing the hour of day.

Outback Tree Farm hosts CTFO field day

Kelsey Bent August 21, 2025Business, Listowel Banner, News, Rural

LISTOWEL - Tim and Christine Diebel of Outback Tree Farm, located east of Listowel, hosted the Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario (CTFO) field day event on Aug. 16.

More donations towards the X-Ray Suite Replacement Fundraising Campaign

Submitted August 21, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Two donations of $5,000 and $1,000 put towards the X-Ray Suite Replacement Fundraising Campaign.

Gorrie Gators celebrate end of season

Nicole Beswitherick August 21, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

GORRIE - The Gorrie Gators swim team celebrated the end of its swim season on Aug. 13 at the Howick Optimist Pool.

Bruce County announces Loney as new director of government relations

Submitted August 21, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Bruce County is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Loney as the new director of government relations.

Yesterday Once More goes back to the ‘70s

Marlene Ottens August 21, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner

DRAYTON – As someone whose teen years happened during the 1970s, I was really looking forward to…

Walkerton Herald-Times Aug. 21 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers August 21, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From August 23 1993.

Walkerton Senior card results

Submitted August 21, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Euchre was played at the Walkerton library on Aug. 13.

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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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