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Two ladies competing for title of 2026-2027 Listowel Fair Ambassador

Heather MacEwen July 9, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural

LISTOWEL – Listowel Agricultural Society announces the running of the 2026 fair ambassador…

Pickin’ by the Pond delights crowd with great country music

Pauline Kerr July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CARGILL – “We hit the ball out of the park!” commented event co-chair Cyndy Abell. This year’s Pickin’ by the Pond, July 2-5, had the crowd up and dancing to the best in country music despite some minor weather challenges.

County applies for province’s development charge reduction program

Pauline Kerr July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Development charges (DCs) were implemented as a way to take the burden of paying for new development off the shoulders of current taxpayers.

Brockton development booming

Pauline Kerr July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Anyone who has observed a lot of activity regarding economic development in Brockton recently isn’t mistaken.

New 2026 Explore Perth County brochure highlights experiences worth the detour

Submitted July 9, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

PERTH COUNTY – From vineyard sunsets and goat socials to bakery trails, scenic cycling routes, and farmyard animal encounters, Perth County is filled with unexpected experiences waiting to be found along its quiet country roads.

Perth-Wellington senior programs receive provincial funds

Submitted July 9, 2026Listowel Banner, News

PERTH-WELLINGTON – Three senior programs in Perth-Wellington will receive provincial Seniors Community Grants, totalling $75,000 in funding to help bring seniors together.

Huron East Fire Department responded to 14 calls in May

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Four calls were motor vehicle or off-road vehicle collisions; four were medical calls; and the remainder were either cleared calls, outdoor fire, or no incidents. 

Stratford-Perth Residental Hospice announces members of volunteer program

Submitted July 9, 2026News

STRATFORD – Residents of Stratford and Perth County know the importance of having a residential hospice in the area, at a time of need.

Peabody: Summer a busy time for Brockton council

Pauline Kerr July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s looking forward to the July 16 meeting of Bruce County council. 

This summer, don’t forget: when thunder roars, go indoors

Submitted July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY – With summer here and Bruce County buzzing with outdoor fun, it’s important to stay alert to changing weather conditions. Thunderstorm season is here. Don’t let a summer storm catch you off guard.

Goderich celebrates ‘Dominion day’with Grand Tattoo: July 1, 1926

Cindy J. Sinko July 9, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Pieces of the Past

A hundred years ago, people across Perth County were talking about the Grand Tattoo held in Goderich on July 1, 1926. Residents traveled to the town by automobile or bus to take part in the Dominion Day’s celebrations held there.

County seeks answers on how conservation authority transition will impact county budget

Pauline Kerr July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Bruce County council has decided to take an advocacy approach when it comes to proposed changes to conservation authorities...

Arrest made in Listowel disturbance call

Submitted July 9, 2026Listowel Banner, Police

LISTOWEL – One individual has been arrested and two charges have been laid following an investigation here on June 30.

Brockton unveils community fish and launches Find the Fish Walking Adventure

Submitted July 9, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Residents and visitors are invited to explore Walkerton in a whole new way this summer with the re-launch of the Fish Art Walking Tour, the unveiling of a brand-new Community Fish sculpture, and the launch of the Find the Fish Walking Adventure.

OPP seek help with cycling collision

Submitted July 9, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

GEORGIAN BLUFFS – Grey-Bruce OPP are investigating a serious collision that occurred on Grey Road 1 near the regional airport in Georgian Bluffs on July 5 at 11:36 a.m.

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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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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

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2026 International Plowing Match media day

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

See all Wingham area articles.

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

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

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

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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

By Submitted

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

By Rachel Hammermueller

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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