HANOVER - First-year medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University will begin their learning and training with Hanover & District Hospital as part of the 28th annual Discovery Week.
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Water festival draws hundreds of students to Chesley for 25th anniversary
CHESLEY - More than 1,200 students from across Grey and Bruce counties gathered in Chesley for the 25th annual Grey Bruce Children’s Water Festival, a three-day event focused on water education, conservation and hands-on learning.
Bluewater board recognizes student senators, welcomes incoming representatives at May meeting
CHESLEY - Students from across the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) were recognized for their leadership and contributions during a May 19 board meeting, as trustees and staff also welcomed incoming student senators set to begin their roles this fall.
OPP release latest Unsolved episode featuring new evidence in 1988 disappearance of Lois Hanna
KINCARDINE - Lois Hanna vanished in Kincardine, Ontario on a hot July long weekend approximately 38 years ago. As part of the Unsolved video series, the Ontario Provincial Police has released a new documentary, Vanished Lois Hanna: Unsolved, with never-before-seen evidence and witness accounts.
North Perth Gardening Club gather on newly donated land from local resident.
NORTH PERTH - Members of the North Perth Gardening Club gathered on the evening of May 14, on a newly donated plot of land offered to the group on behalf of a local resident.
Council debates investments and procurement as South Bruce finalizes 2025 finances
TEESWATER - As South Bruce works to close out its 2025 finances, questions around investment returns, procurement rules and staff workload emerged as central concerns.
Howick considering landfill amnesty day, promoting cleanup ahead of homecoming celebrations
HOWICK - As homecoming celebrations approach, the township is considering a “landfill amnesty day” on June 13 to promote property cleanup at no cost.
Hospital foundation provides over $2.6 million in funding to Wingham Hospital
WINGHAM - The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation has announced a contribution of more than $2.6 million to support patient care and hospital improvements during the 2025–2026 fiscal year. The funding will provide essential medical equipment that will directly benefit patients across the region
Howick approves two elections bylaws
HOWICK - In preparation for the 2026 municipal election, Howick’s CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis said in a report she has been reviewing applicable bylaws and policies that are required to be reviewed and updated prior to the beginning of nomination period.
Drawing a skill, not a gift
BROCKTON - Most adults I meet say the same thing: “I can’t even draw a stick figure.”
MPP Lisa Thompson presents $16,800 to Howick Fire Department
GORRIE - Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson presented a cheque on Friday, May 15 to the Howick Fire Department in the amount of $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.
Huron County 4-H member selected as one of six provincial ambassadors
HURON COUNTY - A Huron County 4-H members has been selected as one six ambassadors who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province.
Kin Cares Youth Group raises $1,645 for The Well Youth Hubs
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group hosted a barbecue at Zehrs in Listowel on Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16.
Never-before-seen evidence in 1988 cold case; OPP hopeful for new info in unsolved murder
LUCKNOW - Lois Hanna vanished on a hot July long weekend approximately 38 years ago.
Bluewater board rolls out Grades 1–9 literacy and math frameworks to standardize instruction
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) trustees received an update May 19 on new Grades 1–9 language and mathematics instruction frameworks aimed at strengthening consistency, clarity and instructional time across schools.
