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North Perth purchases new grader

Kelsey Bent February 26, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth Council has authorized the purchase of a new grader for the price of $623,544.74.

East Ridge neighbourhood taking shape with new development, says Brockton mayor

Pauline Kerr February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The “distinct neighbourhood” envisioned by Mayor Chris Peabody in the East Ridge area is quickly taking shape.

Roses are red … or are they?

Shannon Wood February 26, 2026Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

February is truly the month of love! Flowers are purchased by the hundreds of thousands to show our loved ones just how much they mean to us on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day. Did you get your roses?

Paisley crokinole scores from Feb. 21

Clare Kuepfer February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

 PAISLEY - Crokinole was played at the Paisley Legion on Feb. 21 

Brockton, Edificio announce plans for McDonald’s and gas bar at Walkerton’s East Ridge

Submitted February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Municipality of Brockton and project developer Edificio have announced significant progress on a new integrated food, retail, and fuel development at 2 Ontario Road in the East Ridge area of Walkerton.

Listowel Lions holds annual “PJs and Pancakes” event to support Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario

Nicole Beswitherick February 26, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

The Listowel Lions Club held its annual “PJs and Pancakes” event to support the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) on Feb. 22 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Midwestern Newspapers nominated for 10 awards in provincial competition

Midwestern Newspapers February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Midwestern Newspapers, publisher of the Walkerton HeraldTimes, has been nominated for ten Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) 2025 Better Newspapers Competition awards. The nominations were announced  on Feb. 13.

County library opens bookings for Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

Submitted February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is returning to the Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) for the 2026 tax season. This program offers free, volunteer-led income tax filing support for eligible residents.

Teeswater Crokinole results

Submitted February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TEESWATER - A fun afternoon was held at the Teeswater Town Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 18.

How did we get here?

Patrick Raftis February 26, 2026Columns, Editorials, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

The North Huron community is reeling from the news a council member was hospitalized with injuries suffered in an altercation following the Feb. 17 council meeting.

South Bruce Council members frustrated with OPP billing model

Denny Scott February 26, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – Less than a week after council debated the 11 per cent increase in policing costs…

Huron County budget levy increase between 4.4% and 7.25%

Denny Scott February 26, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County 2026 budget remains unapproved, however Huron County Council was able to reduce the levy increase to as high as 7.25 per cent or as low as 4.4%.

County keeps Huron County Food Bank Distribution centre grant in budget

Denny Scott February 26, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

After a presentation from the Huron County Food Banks Distribution Centre’s Vice Chair Dagny Pawlak and Executive Director Chris Allan during its Feb. 18 meeting, Huron County Council decided to keep an annual grant for the organization, valued at $66,000 for this year, in its budget.

Deputy Reeve hospitalized after altercation following township council meeting

Midwestern Newspapers February 26, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County OPP are investigating after a member of North Huron Council was injured in an altercation following council’s Feb. 17 meeting, prompting council to temporarily move all future meetings online.

Surge shutout 49ers in minor hockey action in Listowel over weekend

Denny Scott February 26, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

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.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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