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News

Picture of the Past

Submitted May 14, 2026Turnbacks, Walkerton Herald-Times

From May 10, 1995: Jim Shields puts the new parking meter rates into the downtown meters.

Maitland Conservation hosts floodplain mapping update public meeting in Wingham

Cory Bilyea May 14, 2026Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – Maitland Conservation (MC) hosted a public meeting on May 7 in the Hot Stove Lounge at…

Bluewater school board moves ahead with new equity action plan for 2026 – 2029 rollout

Emily Bowen May 14, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

CHESLEY - A new equity plan aimed at removing systemic barriers and strengthening inclusive practices across schools is set to take shape at the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB), with trustees reviewing its early rollout during a May 5 governance standing committee meeting. 

Howick to pull additional $20,000 from fire reserve for radio upgrades

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - The fire department here has been experiencing radio communication issues – both internally and externally – for some time, according to Fire Chief Josh Kestner.

Council agrees to bylaw enforcement shared services agreement with Perth South

Kelsey Bent May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Within the pages of the consent agenda of the April 27 council meeting, a report proposes a temporary North Perth shared services agreement to provide bylaw enforcement services with Perth South.

The Royal Canadian Legion Celebrates 100 years

Submitted May 14, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Royal Canadian Legion is 100 years old in 2026, and you could get the gift!  Every Legion member has three chances to drive away in a brand-new Ford F-150 STX.

North Perth to investigate handling bylaw adjudication internally

Kelsey Bent May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth residents could soon be able to speak to their parking ticket fines, without driving to Stratford.

‘Steps That Give Back’ memorial walk honours Wingham’s Joey Havers

Cory Bilyea May 14, 2026Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Local man’s sister urges others to get checked, undiagnosed heart disease strikes her brother at…

Regional summit to highlight community-led economic and community development

Submitted May 14, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CLIFFORD - The Town of Minto has  announced plans to host the Teeny Tiny Summit on Tuesday, May 26. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clifford Community Hall.

New sexual violence support guide for children and youth in Perth and Huron

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

PERTH-HURON - In recognition of Children’s Mental Health Week and Sexual Violence Prevention Month, education, local police services, and social service organizations across Huron and Perth Counties have come together to launch a new Huron Perth Child and Youth Sexual Violence Support Guide.

School bus driver charged following vehicle collision

Submitted May 7, 2026News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

HURON EAST - An individual has been charged after a two-vehicle collision involving a school bus, a police report states.

Lucknow Kinsmen to host grand opening for new headquarters May 9

Submitted May 7, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

LUCKNOW - The Lucknow and District Kinsmen Club have announced the public  grand opening of the Kin Centre, its new 9,700-square foot headquarters will be May 9.

Municipal leaders mark April 28 – National Day of Mourning for workers injured or killed on the job at Hanover ceremony

Pauline Kerr May 7, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - The Grey Bruce Labour Council held the second of two local events marking the National Day of Mourning for workers injured or killed on the job – or suffering ongoing psychological pain related to their work – in Hanover on April 28.

First Wingham Guiding unit hosts cleanup day

Submitted May 7, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The First Wingham Guiding unit held a community cleanup for Earth Day on April 22.

Fireworks incident west of Atwood; police seeking information from public

Submitted May 7, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Police

TWOOD - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance in relation to incidents that took place during a large gathering of youths in Atwood on May 3.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Food, drinks, candles and cosmetics: Beekeeping in Perth County

For generations, professional and hobbyist beekeepers throughout Perth County have been harvesting honey and other hive products for a variety of purposes. Delicious food and drinks, candles, cosmetics, and natural remedies are a few everyday uses for this versatile harvest.   

In Photos: The 170th Listowel Fair

Started in 1856, the 170th Listowel Fair was hosted on July 12-16, 2026.

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce seeks new roof repair proposals after no contractors submit bids

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce will seek proposals directly from qualified roofing contractors after receiving no bids for planned repairs at the Teeswater Culross Community Centre and Mildmay Carrick Recreation Centre.

South Bruce reports pool repairs, energy compliance and recreation policy changes

TEESWATER - South Bruce council has received an update on several recreation and facilities matters, including repairs to the Teeswater Culross Community Centre pool.

See all Mildmay area articles.

OPP seeks information from public following fatal ACW collision

HURON – Huron OPP are asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed or has dashcam footage of a single-vehicle collision July 19 in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.

WOWC advocates for equitable transit funding and other strategic priorities

WALKERTON – Kate Burns Gallagher of the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus (WOWC) provided Bruce County council with an update on strategic priorities and advocacy, as well as some attention-getting numbers.

See all Walkerton area articles.

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The uncommon common sense – part ??

Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Columnists

New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

By Rachel Hammermueller

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

Assault charge withdrawn in Mills case

By Rachel Hammermueller

George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident charged in connection with an altercation in February resulting in North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, had one charge – Assault Causing Bodily Harm – dropped by the Crown.

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