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Rae: Eastdale school addition to be ready for fall session

Submitted September 6, 2024Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, recently announced that the new addition at Listowel Eastdale Public School will be welcoming new students in September for the 2024-25 school year. 

Walkerton Clean Water Centre 11th annual Maintenancefest a success

Submitted September 6, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WOWC) hosted 100 participants for the two-day Maintenancefest event in Walkerton on Aug. 27 and 28.

Brockton resident victim of Human trafficking

Pauline Kerr September 6, 2024News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - South Bruce OPP officer, Const. Melissa Barfoot, said there’s a common misconception about human trafficking being a city problem. It’s not. It’s in rural areas, too.

Elmwood celebrates 170 years of community spirit with homecoming

Pauline Kerr September 6, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

ELMWOOD - What a way to finish the summer!

County can ‘finally get to work’ on next steps for new Official Plan

Pauline Kerr September 6, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, said he’s looking forward to the end of some “slow” county council meetings. 

Turnbacks – Wingham Advance Times August 28, 2024

Submitted August 29, 2024Local News, Pieces of the Past, Wingham Advance Times

Turnbacks - Wingham Advance Times August 28, 2024

HuronTel supports gives $75,000 to Wingham Hospital CT Scanner Campaign

Submitted August 29, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Telecommunications (HuronTel) has joined the ever-expanding group of supporters dedicated to bringing a new CT Scanner to the Wingham & District Hospital with a $75,000 pledge to the project.

Atwood Fire Station: Half a century of community service

Rachel Hammermueller August 29, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

There’s a reason the traditional gift for a 50th anniversary is gold – it’s half a century of commitment. That’s the word that rings true when one ponders the history of the Atwood Fire Station.

Hutton Heights Community Church held third annual Vacation Bible School Day Camp, Aug. 6 to 9.

Submitted August 29, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Children ages 4-12 were able to participate in games, crafts, songs, bible lessons, snacks, all related to the “Scuba” theme.

Wingham & District Hospital Foundation expands funding goal for Caring Together Campaign

Submitted August 29, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation’s Caring Together campaign set out in early 2024 with a goal of raising $2,500,000 to fund a CT Scanner and the associated renovations.

Avon Maitland school board welcomes new superintendent

Submitted August 29, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is welcoming Riley Culhane as he assumes the position of superintendent of education to fill the role of April Smith who is leaving at the end of August.

North Huron’s new Fire Chief is a familiar face in town

Cory Bilyea August 29, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The newest Director of Fire and Emergency Management, also known as Fire Chief, is one of Wingham’s own and a very familiar face to the townsfolk in North Huron.

Serious, three-vehicle collision in Fordwich; attempted murder in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh

Submitted August 29, 2024Local News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

A serious three-vehicle collision closed Fordwich Line at Perth Road 178 in the Township of Howick on Aug. 20.

Howick Township looking for public interest in 170th homecoming celebration

Nicole Beswitherick August 29, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Council here held a delegation at its most recent meeting the evening of Aug. 13 to discuss Howick’s 170th homecoming.

The Wingham Falcons hosted their third Cricket Tournament in North Huron

Cory Bilyea August 29, 2024Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Organizers said this tournament was the best attended event to date.

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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.

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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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