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North Huron department heads submit final 2025 quarterly reports

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Department heads with the Township of North Huron have released their fourth quarter 2025 quarterly report, detailing key achievements, ongoing initiatives, and plans.

Walkerton Herald-Times Jan. 29 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers January 29, 2026Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

From Jan. 31, 1990

Community prepares for fifth annual CNOY walk in Wingham

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - Residents of the northern Huron and area are once again preparing to bundle up and step out into the winter chill for the 2026 Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk. Scheduled for Sat. Feb. 28, the event aims to raise critical funds and awareness for local individuals experiencing homeless

Wingham BIA announce AGM date

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Annual general meeting (AGM) of the Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) will be held on Thurs. Feb. 19 in the small lounge at the Wingham Columbus Centre, located at the North Huron Community Complex.

Blyth NYE Fireworks Show rescheduled to Family Day weekend

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - The Blyth New Year’s Eve Drive-In Fireworks Show has been rescheduled to Friday. Feb. 13, the Blyth Community Betterment (BCB) committee announced recently.

UWHP’s Social Research and Planning Council releases findings from recent ‘cost of housing’ survey

Cory Bilyea January 29, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

STRATFORD - The United Way Huron-Perth (UWHP) Social Research and Planning Council’s latest report paints a picture of the housing crisis in Perth-Huron, where residents are struggling to afford basic necessities, facing displacement, and calling for urgent action to address the lack of affordable h

Walkerton Kinette Club pledges $10,000 to Family Birthing Centre

Submitted January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Kinette Club of Walkerton presents Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation with a $10,000 pledge

County council comments on Saugeen Shores conservation authorities resolution: agrees reform needed, but also consultation

Pauline Kerr January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - A resolution from Saugeen Shores regarding Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) elicited concerns from Bruce County council members during council’s Jan. 22 meeting.

WDCS student artist Leopald Baker presents art display with the Bruce County Library in Wiarton

Emily Bowen January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WIARTON - Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) student Leopald Baker put identity on display at the Wiarton Branch Library this month, hosting a student art show that blended realism and fantasy while exploring themes of identity, perspective and human connection. 

County council ponders process for funding requests

Pauline Kerr January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Sam Dinsmore, director of corporate services, presented a report (for information) to Bruce County Council on Jan. 22.

Long time Listowel Food Basics manager retires after 22 years

Submitted January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - An outgoing manager who was always there for both customers and staff, Murray McKone spent the past 22 years getting to know the Food Basics community, a statement on behalf of the staff at the Listowel Food Basics notes.

County submits comments on Rural Action Plan

Pauline Kerr January 29, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bruce County Council voted to submit comments, as amended, to the federal government, which is seeking input on improving rural programs.

Southeast Surge U12A squad takes top spot in Silver Stick finals

Submitted January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

VAUGHAN - The U12A Southeast Surge travelled to Vaughan earlier this month to compete in the 39th annual International Silver Stick Final, coming home with the trophy.

U18 Predators win Orangeville Tigers Sweetheart Tournament

Submitted January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports

ORANGEVILLE - The Central Perth U18 Girls won the Orangeville Tigers Sweetheart Tournament on Jan. 25.

Cyclones take victory over Waterloo Siskins

Nicole Beswitherick January 29, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Sports

To secure a 4-2 victory over Waterloo, Jack O’Donnell scored a last time with about 40 second left of the game on an empty net, assisted by Harris.

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Youth homelessness a growing issue in Perth and Huron Counties

Although there appears to be slight differences to how Huron and Perth Counties are responding to youth experiencing homelessness locally, both are falling short in adequately supporting those in navigating the exit system and preventing those from falling back in, according to recent research.

Kinsmen Euchre tournament

  The annual Paddyfest euchre tournament, hosted by the Kinsmen Club of Listowel, boasted a large…

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Students in the spotlight at Owen Sound Regional Skills 2026

OWEN SOUND - More than 50 secondary school students put their skilled trades training to the test at the 2026 Regional Technological Skills Challenge held Friday, Feb. 27 in Owen Sound.

Young at Heart Club card scores

CHEPSTOW - The scores for the Young at Heart euchre and solo games, at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall on Monday March 23.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Youth homelessness a growing issue in Perth and Huron Counties

Although there appears to be slight differences to how Huron and Perth Counties are responding to youth experiencing homelessness locally, both are falling short in adequately supporting those in navigating the exit system and preventing those from falling back in, according to recent research.

Morris-Turnberry hears proposed 2026 tax rate increase, discusses dog counter issue, maintaining roads and bridges over lowering tax rate

Among decisions made by council that evening were forgoing a municipal dog counter staff position, setting a pledge to Belgrave for playground equipment, reducing the municipality’s contributions to the fire reserve and setting a number for money for future asset management. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Two decades of disease, celebrated with cake

Friday, March 20, 2026 officially marked 20 years of me living with type one diabetes (T1D). And yes – I got a cake. A personalized one, actually.

From lived experience to lasting support – putting farmer mental health first

In March 2019, my husband Brian and I began milking cows in our new dairy barn near Cannington in Durham Region.

Columnists

Youth homelessness a growing issue in Perth and Huron Counties

By Rachel Hammermueller

Although there appears to be slight differences to how Huron and Perth Counties are responding to youth experiencing homelessness locally, both are falling short in adequately supporting those in navigating the exit system and preventing those from falling back in, according to recent research.

Kinsmen Euchre tournament

By Heather MacEwen

  The annual Paddyfest euchre tournament, hosted by the Kinsmen Club of Listowel, boasted a large…

Former local teacher publishes first novel ‘The Outward Appearance’

By Submitted

GUELPH - Former teacher Debra Kalba, who retired after a 30-year career working in schools in the Avon Maitland and Upper Grand District School Boards, recently became a published author with the launch of her book, The Outward Appearance.

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