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News

Pieces of the Past: The first day of school in 1976: Listowel

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Some local students doing their first day back to school walk in 1976 made front page news.

County to stick with one-year term for warden

Pauline Kerr September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County council has voted to stay with a one-year term for the warden and deputy warden positions.

Bruce County releases draft of Official Plan for 2024-2046

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On September 5, 2024, Bruce County Council directed staff to begin engagement on a draft of the new Official Plan that includes draft policies and mapping schedules which are now available for public review. 

Lemonade for a Cause

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

Three youngsters were seen selling lemonade and cookies in Listowel on Saturday, Aug. 31

Atwood Fire Station celebrates its 50th anniversary with the Perth Water Games

Rachel Hammermueller September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News

Atwood Fire Station celebrated its 50th Anniversary on September 6 by hosting the Perth County Water Games

Grey Wellington Theatre Guild celebrates its 50th anniversary

Submitted September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News

Celebrated at the 50th Anniversary Gala at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre on Sept. 7

The Mildmay-Carrick Fair was held Sept. 6 to 8

Submitted September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The fair included kids events and a demolition derby.

SBGHC opens conversation with public on local health care

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) hosted two in-person community engagement sessions on Aug. 26 and 27.

Local unemployment rate up nearly one per cent

Submitted September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.9 percentage points in August, to 3.7% - the largest percentage increase of all regions in Ontario although the region’s unemployment rate remains the lowest in Ontario.

Cyclones home games named municipally significant events

Rachel Hammermueller September 12, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

At their Sept. 9 meeting, council here approved a motion to designate the Listowel Cyclones home games during the 2024/25 season at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex as municipal significant events. 

Free guided tours of museum offered to newcomers for Welcoming Week

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In celebration of Welcoming Week (Sept. 13 to 22), the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is inviting newcomers to participate in two free guided tours that explore the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of Bruce County.

Coffee Break with the Mayor returns Sept. 20

Midwestern Newspapers September 12, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

FORMOSA – The Municipality of South Bruce is hosting a Coffee Break with the Mayor on Sept. 20…

South Bruce hosting networking event

Submitted September 12, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

FORMOSA – The sixth annual South Bruce Business Networking Evening will be held  on Oct. 23, at…

Huron County Museum hosts art exhibit ‘beyond ana’; exploring impacts of eating disorders

Submitted September 12, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON COUNTY – The Huron County Museum is pleased to host beyond ana, a  new art exhibit by…

Teeswater Lawn Bowling Club holds annual Labour Day Jitney

Submitted September 12, 2024Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – It was perfect weather for the Teeswater Lawn Bowling Club, established in 1904, to…

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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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