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A series of elitist events at Perth County Council

Kelsey Bent January 30, 2025Columns, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Did anyone else read the book series titled A Series Of Unfortunate Events by Daniel Handler under the pen name Lemony Snicket?

South Bruce Recreation and Facilities propose their year in projects

Rachel Hammermueller January 30, 2025Local News, Wingham Advance Times

At their first budget meeting of 2025, council here heard from the Recreation and Facilities Department as they presented their proposed draft 2025 capital budget, outlining specific initiatives and needs the night of Jan. 21.

Musician from Milverton the latest local to represent country music on international stage

Rachel Hammermueller January 30, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Janna Leduc is no stranger to the highly competitive, hustle and grind of a career musician. She’s made her mark – her name dotting the line-ups of shows, tours and festivals throughout Perth and Huron Counties, Ontario, Canada and the wider world in previous years.

Planning underway for CKNX centennial anniversary

Cory Bilyea January 30, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham & Area Historical Society (WAHS) is undertaking a unique project for the 100th anniversary of CKNX.

South Bruce considers $20 million capital budget proposal

Rachel Hammermueller January 30, 2025Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

On Jan. 21, council here began hearing from the heads of multiple departments, who presented their needs and recommended projects for 2025 in order to maintain assets and eventually, approve where the various budgets land.

County budget talks highlight capital needs, personnel challenges

Cory Bilyea January 30, 2025Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County officials are grappling with a proposed 8.39 per cent increase in the 2025 municipal budget, driven by several factors, including aging infrastructure and rising personnel costs.

Howick Township names Caitlin Gillis as first CAO

Submitted January 30, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Caitlin Gillis has been named the Township of Howick’s first chief administrative officer (CAO).

Local history comes alive with CGSPA events and swamp tours

Shannon Wood January 30, 2025Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association (CGSPA), is once again “bringing history alive” in Brockton with its 2025 events, tours, and dinners.

GoFundMe for Kurt David Stamper supports local family

Submitted January 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News

On Jan. 19, The Stamper Family suffered an unimaginable loss of their son, Kurt David, aged 3, in a tragic farm accident at their home.

County agrees to short-term snow removal agreement

Pauline Kerr January 30, 2025Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County council passed a motion (moved by County Coun. Jay Kirkland [South Bruce Peninsula] and seconded by County Coun. Chris Peabody [Brockton]) for the county to provide winter maintenance on Purple Valley Road, Coveney’s Road and McIver Road.

Thompson: Ontario investing in the success of rural communities

Submitted January 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The provincial government has replaced its previous Rural Economic Development Program, commonly referred to as RED funding, with a new program with a similar acronym - the Rural Ontario Development Program.

Brother of pedestrian killed in collision advocates for safer mailbox position

Midwestern Newspapers January 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Police, Rural

On the evening of Oct. 12, 2024, 83-year-old Pat McIntosh of 7422 Highway 23 died after being struck on the two-lane provincial roadway, just north of Atwood around 8 p.m.

Premier confirms early election call for province

Midwestern Newspapers January 30, 2025Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Premier Doug Ford has confirmed Ontarians will soon be heading to the polls for an election.

What’s Happening at the Bruce County Public Library 

Submitted January 30, 2025Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – We are starting 2025 off with great news, the new Bruce County Public Library website…

Skating showcase held in Walkerton

Pauline Kerr January 30, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Jan. 25, the Walkerton Figure Skating Club hosted 180 skaters from Bruce, Grey and Wellington counties for a special competition.

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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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F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce records incident-free start to 2026 in health and safety report

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce reported a strong start to 2026 in workplace health and safety, with no incidents, injuries or near-misses recorded across all municipal operations in the first quarter.

Bluewater board explores community partnerships for underused school space across region

CHESLEY -  Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) are looking to expand community use of school space, identifying 11 schools with available room for potential partnerships as part of ongoing planning efforts across Bruce and Grey counties.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Wing Fry Guys and Chepstow Lions Club donate $1,500 to Easter Seals

The Wing Fry Guys in conjunction with the Chepstow Lions Club have donated $1,500 to the Easter Seals.

Rotary Club of Walkerton supports local literacy

WALKERTON - The Rotary Club of Walkerton is proud to announce the successful completion of a community literacy initiative that provided more than 240 new books to local schools in the Walkerton area.

See all Walkerton area articles.

F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

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.

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Wing Fry Guys and Chepstow Lions Club donate $1,500 to Easter Seals

By Submitted

The Wing Fry Guys in conjunction with the Chepstow Lions Club have donated $1,500 to the Easter Seals.

F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved

By Midwestern Newspapers

The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

By Rachel Hammermueller

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

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