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North Huron to investigate alternative for Wingham standpipe replacement

Cory Bilyea March 21, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM—North Huron council heard from Jeff Paznar, RJ Burnside’s senior vice-president of its…

Perth County discusses download of new charges from the province, court backlog, new Justices of Peace

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

According to a report update from Perth County Manager of Court Services, Vicky Hamilton, presented to Perth County council on March 7, the county is still waiting to hear if the province will pass down Part III charges. 

South Bruce council endorses new logos for Formosa, Mildmay and Teeswater

Pauline Kerr March 21, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce will soon have an updated image, thanks to the rebranding process that’s underway.

Independent MC gears up for second annual April Fools Dance

Cory Bilyea March 21, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Independent Motorcycle Club (IMC) is preparing for its second annual April Fools Dance, a fundraising event that helps fund local schools’ nutrition programs.

Saugeen Municipal Airport: Airport helping to drive economic development

Dave Hocking March 21, 2024Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times

Sometimes the importance of economic development opportunities at the airport are overlooked, misunderstood and understated. This article will focus on recent successes and potential economic development possibilities at the Saugeen Municipal Airport.

‘My it’s good to see you again, Miss Spring’

Ellen Thomas March 21, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

This year, March 19 was the first day of spring. Spring is a time of renewal, warmer temperatures,…

Suspect in custody following Wingham robbery

Submitted March 21, 2024Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crimes Unit is investigating a robbery that took place on March 8 at a business on Josephine Street in the Township of North Huron (Wingham). 

Paper ballot builds trust

Letters to the Editor March 21, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Feb. 26, Protect Our Waterways – No Nuclear Waste presented a delegation before council to request that a paper ballot referendum be used to decide if South Bruce, near Teeswater, accepts a deep underground tunnel system with hot cells and a repackaging plant above ground. Saying ‘yes’ would put

Tickets now on sale for County Towne Players’ April production, Hilda’s Yard

Janice Swanton March 21, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Members of the County Towne Players are hard at work rehearsing for their April production of Hilda’s Yard by Canadian playwright, Norm Foster.

North Perth purchases new mic system for chambers

Kelsey Bent March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News

Catching council off guard, North Perth’s Technology Services Team Lead Eric Bauer presented a report to council to purchase a new microphone system for $18,496 and to be installed in the council chambers, replacing the current five-year-old system.

AMDSB seeking community feedback on Accessibility Plan

Submitted March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, Local News

The Avon Maitland District School Board’s (AMDSB) Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Working Group has drafted a new Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (MYAP). This draft MYAP covers a five-year period, from 2024-2029, and will replace the current MYAP from 2018. 

Bruce County ‘all in’ on nuclear

Pauline Kerr March 21, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County council heard two very different presentations during its March 7 meeting.

HPPH reminding parents to update child’s immunization records to avoid potential school suspension

Submitted March 21, 2024Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

The immunization team at Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reminding parents to update their child’s immunization records. Nearly 2,900 records remain incomplete, down from the initial 5,100.

Protecting Ontario’s thriving economy means looking beyond the boardroom

Pauline Kerr March 21, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

There is an advertisement making the rounds, lauding this province for its thriving, forward-moving economy.

Is technology accelerating the great divide in income?

Frank Stronach March 21, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Back in the 1980s, when Artificial Intelligence (AI) was still the stuff of science fiction and computers and automation were changing the way we worked, a number of futurists and economists predicted “the end of work” and rising living standards. 

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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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