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Sully Burrows- ready to ‘rally around’ with a Paddyfest crowd

Heather MacEwen March 5, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music

LISTOWEL – Playing Friday Night’s Paddyfest Concert is Perry Sounds’ own, Sully Burrows. The…

Morris-Turnberry Council recommends county approval of special circumstance severance

Rachel Hammermueller March 5, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Council here diverted from their own prior decision in order to recommend approval of a farm severance, after hearing the planning department’s recommendation for approval.

Gearing up for another legendary Paddyfest Friday night

Heather MacEwen March 5, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music

LISTOWEL – This year’s Paddyfest concert showcase features Nate Haller as the headlining and…

Leduc ready to kick-off Paddyfest Concert night

Heather MacEwen March 5, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music

LISTOWEL – Milverton’s soulful country sweetheart, Janna Leduc is set to travel back North…

Murray reflects on the future: ‘Thankfully, time does roll on my way’

Bob Murray March 5, 2026Columns, Wingham Advance Times

This April, I turn 87 years old. My father and his three siblings all made it between 89 and 100 years.

NHL alumni to take on Goderich Firefighters to benefit Huron Hospice

Submitted March 5, 2026Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Former National Hockey League (NHL) hockey players will suit up against Goderich firefighters at the Maitland Recreation Centre in Goderich on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m. This benefit hockey game will support the Goderich firefighters’ charity of choice, Huron Hospice.

Council welcomes new member Michael Crawford

Pauline Kerr March 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Mayor Chris Peabody welcomed the Municipality of Brockton’s newest councillor, Michael Crawford, and invited words of greetings from other council members at Brockton Council’s Feb. 24 meeting.

Predators participate in 3rd annual Central Perth Zehr Insurance Invitational Tournament

Submitted March 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

MILVERTON - The U13 Predators White team was in Milverton to play at the 3rd annual Central Perth Zehr Insurance Invitational Tournament on February 28 and March 1. They had a tough round robin where they lost 3-1 vs. the Zurich Thunder, won 5-0 vs the Lambton Shores Predators, and lost a nail biter

When the weather turns cold … Brockton has new warming centre

Pauline Kerr March 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Coun. Greg McLean made an announcement in the “new business” portion of the Feb. 24 council meeting that promises to help fill a gap in service for the community’s most vulnerable citizens.

WDCS students try their hand at curling with help from Walkerton Curling Club

Emily Bowen March 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Grade 6 and 7 students from Walkerton District Community School stepped onto the ice in early February to learn the basics of curling during two visits to the Walkerton Curling Club.

North Perth resident arrested in construction equipment theft

Submitted March 5, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

WEST PERTH - Perth County OPP have recovered stolen property and arrested one individual in connection with a theft that occurred in the Municipality of West Perth on Feb. 23.

Perth County annual reduced load restrictions back in effect

Kelsey Bent March 5, 2026Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - As the weather warms up and roads begin to thaw, Perth County’s annual load restrictions return as of March 1. 

Formosa CWL donate to Foodbank

Submitted March 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Kathy Benninger of the Formosa Immaculate Conception Catholic Women’s League recently presented a $1,000 food bank donation to Dianne Waram of the Walkerton Food Bank.

Canadians need to look internally for solutions

Zach Weber March 5, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

Dear Editor: Donald Trump. Orange man very bad right?  Why – because the tv told us he was. Because our government told us he is. 

Local OPP recruiting for Youth In Policing Initiative

Submitted March 5, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

SOUTH BRUCE - The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have announced that recruitment is now underway for the 2026 Youth in Policing Initiative (YIPI).

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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