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Children’s Health Day at safety village June 20

Submitted June 11, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - Community partners with the Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan invite families to attend the third annual Children’s Health Day on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Children’s Safety Village outside of Hanover.

CDCF contributes to Saugeen Hospice

Submitted June 11, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Saugeen Hospice state they are “sincerely grateful to the Cargill District Community Foundation (CDCF) for their generous donation of $7,500 to Saugeen Hospice.

Two charged as police agencies seize drugs and firearms in Kincardine

Submitted June 11, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

KINCARDINE - Police executing a search warrant on Princes Street, Kincardine on Friday, May 22 seized a quantity of illegal drugs and firearms. Two people have been charged.

South Bruce Grey Health Centre is gearing up for the annual meeting of the board of directors on June 17, at the Elmwood Community Centre.

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Cody Russwurm celebrates the grand opening of the second Cody’s Egg Shack storefront at 1200 Yonge Street in Walkerton on June 6.

Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board students triumph at Skills Ontario competition

Submitted June 11, 2026Contests, News, Wingham Advance Times

TORONTO - The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) is celebrating the outstanding achievements of its students at this year’s Skills Ontario Competition that took place recently at the Toronto Congress Centre.

Kin Station Bingos a jackpot for food

Patrick Raftis June 11, 2026News

LISTOWEL - A series of Bingo nights at the Listowel Kin Station have resulted in a big jackpot for the local food bank.

North Perth school zones speed limits reduced to 30km/h

Kelsey Bent June 11, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council previously requested additional information about reduced speed limits within the municipality. Director of Instructor Services Matt Ropp provided a supplementary report, which recommended a phased approach.

Med students experience rural healthcare in Listowel

Nicole Beswitherick June 11, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - Four students from Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and two students from Queen’s University made their way to Listowel from June 1 to 5 for Discovery Week 2026.

Hundreds gather at the annual Elmwood firefighters’ breakfast

Pauline Kerr June 11, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BUSY BREAKFAST - The annual Elmwood firefighters’ breakfast usually draws well in excess of 600 hungry people, and June 6 was no different.

Housing crisis study finds 37% likely unable to afford one-bedroom apartment, 70% work full-time

Kelsey Bent June 11, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A recent United Way Perth-Huron study is debunking long-held stereotypes as it has found that the impact of the housing crisis is spreading through renters to homeowners, and; financial strain is extending from part-time workers to full-time workers.

The IPM Afternoon Tea participates in June 7th event

Pauline Kerr June 11, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The IPM Afternoon Tea brought out elegant attire – gowns, fascinators and more – usually not seen north of Ascot, or at least a Red Hatter meeting.

Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.

Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.

South Bruce approves drainage deals, prepares to replace integrity commissioner

Emily Bowen June 11, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved drainage assessment agreements tied to a recent rural land severance and began preparations to replace its integrity commissioner during its May 26 meeting.

World Championship competitors join crokinole session in Scone

Submitted June 11, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On June 4 Scone crokinole players welcomed special guests Debbie and Randy Harris from Colorado.

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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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Food, drinks, candles and cosmetics: Beekeeping in Perth County

For generations, professional and hobbyist beekeepers throughout Perth County have been harvesting honey and other hive products for a variety of purposes. Delicious food and drinks, candles, cosmetics, and natural remedies are a few everyday uses for this versatile harvest.   

In Photos: The 170th Listowel Fair

Started in 1856, the 170th Listowel Fair was hosted on July 12-16, 2026.

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce seeks new roof repair proposals after no contractors submit bids

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce will seek proposals directly from qualified roofing contractors after receiving no bids for planned repairs at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre and Mildmay Carrick Recreation Centre.

South Bruce reports pool repairs, energy compliance and recreation policy changes

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has received an update on several recreation and facilities matters, including repairs to the Teeswater Culross Community Centre pool.

See all Mildmay area articles.

OPP seeks information from public following fatal ACW collision

HURON – Huron OPP are asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed or has dashcam footage of a single-vehicle collision July 19 in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.

WOWC advocates for equitable transit funding and other strategic priorities

WALKERTON – Kate Burns Gallagher of the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus (WOWC) provided Bruce County council with an update on strategic priorities and advocacy, as well as some attention-getting numbers.

See all Walkerton area articles.

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Columnists

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

By Rachel Hammermueller

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

Assault charge withdrawn in Mills case

By Rachel Hammermueller

George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident charged in connection with an altercation in February resulting in North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, had one charge – Assault Causing Bodily Harm – dropped by the Crown.

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