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News

Listowel Lions host inaugural Vintage Pickup Truck Show

Nicole Beswitherick June 27, 2024News

LISTOWEL – Area residents braved the wind and rain on June 23 for the inaugural Listowel Lions…

Huron County supports regional youth hub plan

Rachel Hammermueller June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Council here heard a presentation pertaining to the state of the area’s youth – and the reality is sobering. 

“Mildmay Rolls” had its grand opening June 21

Rachel Hammermueller June 27, 2024Walkerton Herald-Times

New Ice cream shop “Mildmay Rolls” has its grand opening at 4 p.m on June 21.

No motorized boats, gas or electric, permitted on Lake Wawanosh Conservation Area

Midwestern Newspapers June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

At its June 19 meeting, the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) carried a motion that no motorized boats, both electric and gas powered, be allowed on Lake Wawanosh Conservation Area.

Walkerton Seniors cards results

Jo-Ann Carter June 27, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – The Walkerton Library Senior’s room was where card players met to keep cool playing…

Special Olympian Helen Clancy cut the cake during Canada’s 126th birthday in 1993

Submitted June 27, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

Special Olympian and proud Canadian Helen Clancy was the official cake cutter when Walkerton marked Canada’s 126th birthday in 1993.

Public Health discusses preventing dog bites, negative interactions with wildlife

Submitted June 27, 2024Walkerton Herald-Times

As the summer weather draws more people outdoors and the busy tourism season approaches, Grey Bruce Public Health is reminding people to always enjoy wildlife from a distance and exercise caution with unfamiliar dogs.

Elma Minor Ball Day held June 22

Patrick Raftis June 27, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports

ATWOOD – Saturday, June 22 was Elma Minor Ball Day with teams from all ages divisions in action.…

Local man donates five years’ worth of hair to Wigs for Kids

Emily Bowen June 27, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After growing 18 inches worth of hair, Brian Riley donated six braids of his hair to St. Catharines Wigs for Kids, as well as a $2,024 donation to Saugeen Hospice.

St. John Ambulance honours its volunteers

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

St. John Ambulance Grey Bruce Huron Branch held its Honours and Recognition Dinner at the Elmwood community centre on June 19.

Turnberry Memorial Gate repair project more complex than anticipated; next steps outlined

Rachel Hammermueller June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Council here on June 18 was updated on the status of the Turnberry Conservation Area Memorial Gate repairs, next steps and future preservation. 

Howick student winner of OMHA-Dairy Farmers of Ontario $5,000 post-secondary bursary

Midwestern Newspapers June 27, 2024Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Multi-sport athlete, Gillian Dinsmore of Howick, is being recognized for her accomplishments in minor hockey. Dinsmore plays rep hockey in Howick and also high school hockey, volleyball and basketball at F.E. Madill Secondary School.

SuperDogs wow crowd in Teeswater

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Global Pet Foods SuperDogs wowed their way into the audience’s hearts in Teeswater during a show here on June 19.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Cory Bilyea June 27, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

As Canada commemorated National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the Alexandra Eagles (Alexandra Community School) hosted their first powwow

Settle back for some laughs with Doris and Ivy in the Home

Marlene Ottens June 27, 2024Columns, Opinion

ST. JACOBS – Two women of a certain age become friends at a retirement home –  sounds like…

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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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