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Restoring Balance: How Indigenous knowledge can guide ecological renewal

Cory Bilyea September 19, 2024Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Conservationists, environmentalists, and communities are recognizing the urgent need for environmental restoration and conservation, and many are turning to Indigenous knowledge and practices to help revitalize the land.

North Perth lowers speeds on Line 87, 88

Kelsey Bent September 19, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Three sections of road, on Line 87 and Line 88 in the Wallace Ward, will be getting a new reduced speed limit of 60km/h. 

Peabody: County faces difficult financial decisions going into 2025 budget deliberations

Pauline Kerr September 19, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Like the rest of his municipal colleagues, Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, is gearing up for budget deliberations.

Youth Action Committee launched in Perth

Submitted September 19, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Perth County OPP and Stratford Police Service (SPS) are inviting residents of Perth County…

Howick applying for arena upgrade funds from CSRIF

Nicole Beswitherick September 19, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK – Council here approved undertaking a preliminary process to commence an application to…

Huron Chamber of Commerce raises $1,910 for Habitat for Humanity at annual charity golf tournament

Submitted September 19, 2024News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

On Friday, Aug. 23, the Huron Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the scenic Woodlands Links Golf Course. 

North Huron proceeding with application to be designated Senior Active Living Centre

Nicole Beswitherick September 19, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Council here received a report at the Sept. 3 meeting from the township’s director of recreation…

South Bruce deputy mayor calls for tax freeze in 2025 budget

Pauline Kerr September 19, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Deputy Mayor Mike McDonagh has called for a tax freeze, saying, “We can’t put people out of their homes with our taxes.”

Mary Immaculate Church celebrates 150th anniversary

Pauline Kerr September 19, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Sunday, Sept. 15, Mary Immaculate Church in Chepstow celebrated its 150th anniversary as a parish.

Cyclones kick off new season after celebrating Sutherland Cup victory

Nicole Beswitherick September 19, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Sports

LISTOWEL – The Listowel Cyclones kicked off the 2024-25 GOJHL regular season on Sept. 13 with…

United Way Perth Huron announces fundraising goal at campaign kickoff

Nicole Beswitherick September 19, 2024Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL – United Way Perth Huron (UWPH) officials gathered with the public on Sept. 13 for…

Walkerton’s Terry Fox Run a success

Pauline Kerr September 19, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The sunshine and warm weather brought out the runners and walkers for the annual Terry Fox event in Walkerton.

Huron County accessibility awards nominations now open

Submitted September 19, 2024Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Each year, the Huron County Accessibility Advisory  Committee (HCAAC) Awards recognize and celebrate individuals and organizations  that demonstrate a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity in Huron County.

Ironmen down Capitals 6-2 in PJHL season opener in Wingham

Patrick Raftis September 19, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen downed the Walkerton Capitals 6-2 in the first Provincial Junior Hockey League regular season action for both teams on Sept. 13 at the North Huron Westcast Community Complex.

Fordwich Parks Board holds cornhole tournament fundraiser

Nicole Beswitherick September 19, 2024Listowel Banner

The Fordwich Parks Board held its cornhole tournament at the local ball diamond last Saturday.…

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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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Midwestern Newspapers staff recognized in provincial competition

COLLINGWOOD - Midwestern Newspapers staff earned three first-place awards in a provincial competition.

Listowel youth wins poetry award

In a balconied, sage-walled auditorium, on one of the warmest evenings so far this spring in Perth County, art is celebrated at the historic city hall in Stratford. 

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Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Woodland claims double gold at OFSAA 3×3 Hoops for Hope in Walkerton

WALKERTON - The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) 3x3 Hoops for Hope tournament brought teams from across Ontario to Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) on April 23, with a full day of round-robin and playoff action leading to Woodland Christian High School winning...

Hoops for Hope tournament grows in second year, raising funds for Olivia Rourke Foundation

WALKERTON -  A growing high school basketball tournament returned to Walkerton District Community School this month, drawing dozens of teams from across southwestern Ontario while raising approximately $12,000 for the Olivia Rourke Foundation.

See all Walkerton area articles.

County backs call for ‘meaningful consultation’ before changes to role of school trustees

WALKERTON - Bruce County council voted to support Jan Johnstone’s request for support for “meaningful consultation” prior to the province implementing changes to the role of school trustees.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

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…

Columnists

Bluewater students showcase public speaking skills at school board meeting

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Public speaking competitions across the Bluewater District School Board are helping students build confidence and develop communication skills, which trustees saw firsthand during an April 21 meeting featuring presentations from three award-winning speakers.

Bluewater School Board appoints three trustees to director performance appraisal committee

By Emily Bowen

CHESLEY - Trustees at the Bluewater District School Board have approved the annual appointment of a three-member committee responsible for evaluating the performance of the director of education.

Information session planned for South Bruce residents considering 2026 municipal run

By Emily Bowen

BRUCE COUNTY - South Bruce residents considering a run for municipal office in 2026 will have a chance to learn what the role entails at an upcoming candidates’ information night in Walkerton.

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