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Time to end the code of silence

Pauline Kerr July 18, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel, Wingham Advance Times

It took the police over two weeks to release information that most people who had heard or seen the news report had already figured out. The killer of a woman and her two children in Harrow, Ont., was the woman’s husband and the children’s father. The Walsh family died of gunshot wounds, the man’s s

Council removes holding on Listowel mobile home community expansion

Kelsey Bent July 18, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Council agreed to remove a holding provision, thus allowing the expansion of the Listowel mobile home community at its July 8 council meeting.

Saugeen Municipal Airport – record crowd at ‘Kids Fly SMA’ day

Mo Hanif July 18, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Saugeen Municipal Airport held its annual Kids Fly SMA event on June 22.

Dinner over the Yokasippi River brings history to life

Pauline Kerr July 18, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The motto of the Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association is “Bringing History Alive” and they certainly live up to that, even when they hold a gala fundraising dinner.

Repairs planned on Bruce Road 6 bridge

Midwestern Newspapers July 18, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bridge rehabilitation repairs will be taking place at Fischer Bridge on Bruce Road 6, between Bruce Road 4 and Bruce Road 12, east of Teeswater later this month. 

Brockton mayor looks forward to this Friday’s Streetfest

Kelsey Bent July 18, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody said in an interview after the July 9 council meeting that he finds county staff’s stand on a planning matter, “weird.”

Brockton has a new deputy mayor – Kym Hutcheon

Pauline Kerr July 18, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton has a new deputy mayor – Kym Hutcheon.

Robins appointed deputy chief

Emily Bowen July 18, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Council here received a Fire Department Appointment report during the July 9 meeting and officially appointed Jeff Robins the new deputy chief. 

Arran-Elderslie appoints new CAO

Submitted July 18, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Steve Hammell and Members of Arran-Elderslie Council recently announced that, after an extensive recruitment search, Emily Dance has been recruited as the new chief administrative officer (CAO) for Arran-Elderslie, effective Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Local author launches series of books with information on community businesses

Pauline Kerr July 18, 2024News

Author and entrepreneur Kevin McKague has just launched a series of 26 books that promise to be a great resource for those interested in learning more about Bruce County businesses and their owners, from the late 1800s to the early 1900s.

Council approves zoning bylaw amendment for farm dwelling

Pauline Kerr July 18, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A planning matter came before Brockton council on July 9, with a recommendation that council not approve a zoning bylaw amendment for a property west of Chepstow. Council voted contrary to the recommendation and approved the amendment.

July 18, 2024 Turnbacks

Midwestern Newspapers July 18, 2024Listowel Banner, Opinion, Pieces of the Past, Walkerton Herald-Times

2014 – LDSS had 63 Ontario Scholars graduate. 

Formosa welcome signs approved

Rachel Hammermueller July 17, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce council approved the replacement of two ‘Welcome to Formosa’ signs at a meeting on June 25. 

2024 Listowel Fair Program

Midwestern Newspapers July 12, 2024Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

The 2024 Listowel Agricultural Fair runs July 18 to 21.

Two of three convictions overturned in Stephen Hill appeal

Cory Bilyea July 11, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County Justice Timothy G. Macdonald dismissed two of three convictions against Wingham restaurant owner Stephen Hill (Buck and Jo’s Restaurant) in a July 11 decision on appeal of the sentencing and fines in the case.

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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. 

See all Listowel area articles.

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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