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News

County employers not choosing between Canadian youth and foreign workers

Submitted July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement in response to a media campaign launched by the National Citizens Coalition (NCC).

Huron East Fire Chief updates council on priorities in role, station activities

Rachel Hammermueller July 3, 2025Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At their June 17 meeting, Morris-Turnberry Council heard an update from new Huron East Fire Chief Glen Ackerman. 

South Bruce approves phased-in development charges

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

With very few remarks and a nearly-unanimous recorded vote, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce approved implementation of development charges with a phased-in approach starting August 1, 2025.

Bill 17 aims to streamline process for residents, schools says Weber

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County Director of Planning and Development Sandra Weber broke down how Bill 17 will impact Huron County and its member municipalities during Huron County Council’s June 4 meeting.

Care, love of playwright for subject matter shines through ‘The Wind’

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

From the moment they enter the Blyth Festival to take in The Wind Coming Over the Sea – the world premiere performance that takes the second spot in the Blyth Festival’s 2025 season – theatregoers know this isn’t your typical theatre fare.

Northern Huron Connection Centre success stories shared at anniversary brunch and learn event

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Northern Huron Connection Centre (NHCC) opened on June 28, 2023, as a place for people who need the unique services it provides for the homeless, marginalized and underprivileged in the area.

Wingham Trail Committee tours upcoming projects with new CAO

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham Trail Committee volunteer Phil Beard, accompanied by Reeve Paul Heffer and CAO Nelson…

Huron County finances remain strong; clean audit confirms fiscal health

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County’s financial health remains robust, with a clean audit report revealing a $2.1 million uncommitted surplus and strategic reserve management, according to the county’s 2024 financial statements and draft audit report.

Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event set for July 19

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event is scheduled for July 19, and organizers invite you to “ride together to fight prostate cancer, one mile at a time.”

Saugeen Ojibway Nation sues province for royalites from Goderich Salt Mines and other aggregate extraction from its territory

Cory Bilyea July 3, 2025Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) is fighting back against the Ontario and Canadian governments in a continuation of court battles over water rights and resource extraction that have raged on for decades.

Newcomers in Huron, Perth facing challenges with housing

Denny Scott July 3, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Newcomers to Huron and Perth Counties are facing difficulties in finding a place within the community in more ways than one according to Huron County Local Immigration Partnership Manager Mark Nonkes.

Council waives permit fee for Pioneer Park

Rachel Hammermueller July 3, 2025Local News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Council here waived a building permit fee for the Bluevale Community Committee at their June 17 meeting, effectively helping proposed work on the dugouts at the Pioneer Park baseball diamond come to fruition. 

Hospital hosts open house to celebrate new CT scanner

Nicole Beswitherick July 3, 2025News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Members of the community here gathered at the Wingham & District Hospital on June 25 for an open house which celebrated the opening of the brand-new CT scanner suite.

Walkerton Herald-Times July 3 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers July 3, 2025Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From July 1, 1987

100th Mayburry reunion held in Atwood

Submitted July 3, 2025News

ATWOOD - The descendants of George and Elizabeth (Keating) Mayburry held their 100th reunion on June 22.

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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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