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News

Bootlegging Tour of the Great Swamp draws a full house

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times

A full house was on hand for the Bootlegging Tour of the Great Swamp this past Saturday, July 27.

Hanover Police Service has among the highest national clearance-solve rates

Submitted August 1, 2024Local News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

Statistics show Hanover Police Service has seen an overall crime rate drop of five per cent from 2022 to 2023; the rate of violent crime is up by over 29 per cent, while non-violent crime has decreased by almost 19 per cent.

Ag Society Car Show the most successful ever

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The eighth annual Car and Truck Show put on by the Walkerton Agricultural Society was the most successful ever, according to Morgan Inglis.

SVCA to get legal assistance from Grey County

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s (SVCA) board of directors has voted in favour of enacting an agreement with Grey County for provision of legal support.

Cargill has new Homecoming Ambassador after 45 years – Payton Hayes

Pauline Kerr August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In a gala pageant on July 28, Cargill’s reigning Homecoming Ambassador since 1979, Pennie Wilhelm, passed on her crown to the 2024 ambassador, Payton Hayes.

Provincial Water Quality Monitoring Network celebrates 60 years, local conservation authority reflects on its history

Nicole Beswitherick August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Provincial Water Quality Monitoring Network (PWQMN) is celebrating 60 years of the program. The network is a collaboration between Conservation Authorities and the Ministry of Environment, Parks and Conservation.

Repairs planned for Bruce Road 6 bridge near Teeswater

Submitted August 1, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Bridge rehabilitation repairs are place at Fischer Bridge on Bruce Road 6, between Bruce Road 4 and Bruce Road 12, east of Teeswater. A full bridge closure, with traffic control measures was set to go into place starting July 22 and ending in September 2024.  

Listowel Legionnaires steal two wins from North Middlesex

Nicole Beswitherick August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Legionnaires 22U team braved the heat to play against the North Middlesex…

Suspect arrested mid-break, enter

Submitted August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

OPP say one person has been charged when they were caught breaking into a business in the Municipality of North Perth.

History of Mitchell’s 150th anniversary

Cindy J. Sinko August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Mitchell is hosting a 150th anniversary homecoming this summer and the “welcome home for fun…

The Western Swing Authority coming to Blyth Memorial Hall

Submitted August 1, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Western Swing Authority will perform at Blyth Memorial Community Hall October 5.

Junior Development ball program wraps up for 2024 season

Submitted August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

LISTOWEL – Listowel Minor Baseball’s Junior Development Program finished up last week as the…

Search warrant yields over $9,300 worth of stolen property

Submitted August 1, 2024Independent Plus, Police, Wingham Advance Times

An investigation conducted by the Huron-Perth OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), Grey-Bruce CSCU, West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), West Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), OPP Aviation Unit, and members of the Huron OPP detachment resulted in the seizure of stolen property

North Huron economic development planning job fair, seeking participants

Cory Bilyea August 1, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

The North Huron Economic Development Officer, Ritu Bhardwaj, is planning a job fair in September and is seeking participants from the area.

Howick Fire station recognizes department members with awards

Nicole Beswitherick August 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

GORRIE - The Howick Fire Department recently held an awards ceremony, recognizing those in the department for a job well done.

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OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

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Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Food Bank donation from Batte Meats

150 nutritious and delicious meat pies to the Walkerton Food Bank.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers

At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Columnists

OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

By Rachel Hammermueller

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

By Submitted

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

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