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Police investigated multiple vehicle accidents in the area over the past week

Submitted April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police

NORTH PERTH - On April 4 around 3 p.m., a pickup truck entered onto Wallace Ave N at Binning St W., striking a northbound motor vehicle and a parked vehicle, Perth County OPP confirms. Pictured above, the driver of the pickup was charged with Disobey Stop Sign - Fail to Stop. No injuries were report

The history of Neptune, impact on the future

Kelsey Bent April 10, 2025Columns, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

In confusing times, it is only human to look for a way to make sense of it all. Given the current political affairs of the present day, I bet many are looking for a distraction.

Peabody: county council decision a step in the right direction

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody is happy with how discussion and decisions played out during Bruce County Council’s April 3 meeting regarding development in Walkerton, however there’s still more work to be done.

Jace and Ruby Weber

Webers add to record, help St. Theresa with school playground

Denny Scott April 10, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jace Weber, with the assistance of his sister Ruby, added to his own world record for collecting pop tabs and, in doing so, is helping to make his school more accessible.

David Mackey opens Liberal campaign election office in Listowel

Kelsey Bent April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - “This gathering is another step for us to build a stronger community in Perth-Wellington and a stronger community in Perth-Wellington is how we make Canada strong,” Liberal Party of Canada, Perth-Wellington candidate David Mackey said at the opening of his campaign office in Listowel on A

Cargill Rookies Broomball Champions

Cargill Rookies claim provincial gold after undefeated season

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Cargill Rookies broomball team had an impressive season, going undefeated across several tournaments and once again claiming provincial gold.

Millions transferred to reserves by county council

Denny Scott April 10, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Due to some changes to the Bruce County 2024 actual financial statements, Bruce County Council was able to earmark $2.83 million for reserves and pull $447,348 from development charges for 2024 projects.

South Bruce receives $65,621.38 from WSIB

Denny Scott April 10, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Municipality of South Bruce received $65,621.38 from the Workers Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) as a surplus rebate.

Well Community Collective looks to aid youth in four-county area

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Shannon McGavin briefed Bruce County Council on the advancement of the Well Community Collective during council’s April 3 meeting.

SBGHC marks new hires, decline in agency nurse usage

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

During the South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s April 2 Board of Directors meeting, a number of positive staffing announcements were made by staff and board members.

4-H Ontario announces new 2025 4-H ambassadors

Submitted April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Rural

GUELPH - 4-H Ontario is proud to announce the selection of four ambassadors  who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province in 2025.

Listowel Agricultural Society’s 2025 Taste of the World event a success

Kelsey Bent April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - A large crowd was on hand at the Listowel Agricultural Hall on April 6, looking for a taste of the international cuisine served as part of the Taste of the World event, organized by the Listowel Agricultural Society.

U15 Cyclones wrap up season at OMHA championship tournament

Submitted April 10, 2025Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Cyclones U15 Tier 2 team faced Shallow Lake in a best of three series. With the series tied at one the Cyclones battled hard and clinched the WOAA championship title on March 19. 

SBGHC implements measures to prevent spread of measles

Denny Scott April 10, 2025Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mandy Dobson, director of clinical support and ambulatory care services, reported that the South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) is preparing for measles outbreaks.

Durham Street Bridge Reconstruction Delay Flood

Flooding delays Durham Street Bridge

Denny Scott April 10, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Ongoing work on the Durham Street Bridge has been delayed due to flood damage caused earlier this year.

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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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Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

North Perth Public Library to be home for new community art mural

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Branch of the North Perth Public Library was a vibrant sight on June 6,…

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

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

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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

‘Freiburger Bash’ celebrates four major events for Marvin and Angela Freiburger

WALKERTON - When Marvin and Angela Freiburger hold a celebration, they go all-out.

D-Day commemoration

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 members were joined at the Walkerton Cenotaph by several community members on June 7, to commemorate D-Day, or the Allied invasion of Normandy in World War II, with a brief ceremony.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

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.

Columnists

Regional track and field see local schools compete at F.E. Madill

By Rachel Hammermueller

F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…

New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection

By Rachel Hammermueller

A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..

Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000

By Rachel Hammermueller

Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…

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