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South Bruce OPP investigating a suspicious multi-vehicle fire in Brockton

Submitted June 25, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Members of the South Bruce OPP are investigating a suspicious fire involving multiple vehicles in the Municipality of Brockton.

Outgoing student trustees thanked, provide final reports at BGCDSB meeting

Emily Bowen June 25, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - The Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) marked a change in student leadership during its June 15 meeting.

Duck joins list of candidates for North Perth in October election

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Listowel Banner, News

Duane Duck has joined the growing list of individuals running for council positions in North Perth, having filed on June 17 with hopes of becoming a councillor for the Listowel Ward.

Joint tendering results in more than $100,000 in savings for projects

Denny Scott June 25, 2026News

The Township of Howick will be paying $43 less per tonne for hot mix asphalt for the township’s portion of resurfacing Huron-Bruce Road and George Street in Gorrie.

Freiburger files to run for councillor position in Morris-Turnberry

Denny Scott June 25, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Deputy Mayor Kevin Freiburger of Morris-Turnberry has filed his intent to run as a councillor for the municipality.

Thompson marks several grants, funds to South Bruce

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The season of spring ended on a high note for South Bruce as Huron-Bruce Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Lisa Thompson brought several giant cheques to the municipality.

Hoffarth joins candidates running for Brockton municipal council positions

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Four now vie for the councillor positions in Brockton with the addition of Justin Hoffarth to the unofficial list of candidates on the municipality’s website.

Howick Council renews municipal insurance with 3.4% increase

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Council of the Township of Howick approved a renewal of its municipal insurance proposal with Intact Public Entities Inc. with an increase of 3.4 per cent over the previous term.

The magic of theatre (and what dispels it)

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Earlier this month I had the opportunity to take in Sisters of ’78  which - in its world debut – opened the Blyth Festival’s 2026 season - was definitely worth seeing.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

Pauline Kerr June 24, 2026Local News, Mildmay Town Crier, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

Cory Bilyea June 19, 2026Columns, Editorials, Opinion

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.

Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Submitted June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Submitted June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, News

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

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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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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Columnists

Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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