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Krotz Street Benefit raises $35K for victims of January residential fire

Dan McNee February 8, 2024News

LISTOWEL – The irony isn’t lost on Pastor Ralph Dwarika that one of the worst days he has ever…

Howick Mutual contributes $100K to WDH as part of 150th anniversary

Submitted February 8, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Howick Mutual Insurance Company has pledged to donate $100,000 to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation’s Caring Together campaign to bring a brand-new CT Scanner service to the hospital. This donation marks the end of Howick Mutual’s celebrations honouring 150 years in business.  

Peabody: The people got what they wanted with the Durham St. bridge

Pauline Kerr February 8, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Chris Peabody, Brockton mayor and Bruce County warden, commented on news that rehabilitation is being looked at as a viable option for the Durham St. bridge.

Rotary Walkerton Lottery fourth drawing

Submitted February 8, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Rotary Club held the fourth drawing of the Walkerton Lottery on Feb. 1. 

Bruce County supports Clean Energy Frontier program but wants more ‘economic equity’ with Grey and Huron

Pauline Kerr February 8, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Chad Richards, director of policy and partnerships with the Nuclear Innovation Institute, and John Peevers, director of community – media and economic development with Bruce Power, made a presentation to Bruce County council on the Clean Energy Frontier.

Family Day 2024 features Battle of the Badges fundraising game

Pauline Kerr February 8, 2024Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

Family Day 2024 in Brockton – Feb. 19 – will feature the popular Battle of the Badges, when South Bruce OPP and the Brockton Fire Department take to the ice at the arena.

‘Wrapped Bread is Advocated’

Jennifer Georgiou February 8, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner

Contrary to popular belief, the most astounding dough-related invention of the early 20th century…

Council receives update on snow removal issues

Cory Bilyea February 8, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

The recent snow removal issues at the intersection of Josephine Street, Bristol Terrace and Hanna Bridge appear to be resolved, according to a report from North Huron Director of Public Works Gregg Furtney.

Wingham Homecoming 2024 event schedule released

Cory Bilyea February 8, 2024News, Wingham Advance Times

Family, Friends and More: Homecoming 2024 is happening this summer despite the rocky start to the planning. Organizers have released a schedule of events for the four-day festivities, with many local organizations participating in the planning.

Beating the blues

Dan McNee February 8, 2024Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Three teams battled it out at the Beat the Winter Blues Puzzle Competition held at the Alice Munro branch of the Huron County Library in Wingham on Saturday, Feb. 3.

Bruce County advocates for local needs during recent ROMA conference

Midwestern Newspapers February 8, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County recently sent a delegation of local politicians and staff to advocate for local needs at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference. The 2024 conference theme, Closer to Home, speaks directly to the need for services locally.

Council approves third year of April ice at Howick Community Centre

Kelsey Bent February 8, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Council approved the installation of late-season ice at the Howick Community Centre for the third year in a row.

How do we bridge the growing divide between the wealthy and the workers?

Frank Stronach February 7, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The rich get richer and the poor get poorer, goes the old saying. 

Cornhole tourney in Kurtzville

Cory Bilyea February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

Full Spectrum Athletics held a cornhole tournament at the Wallace Community Centre in Kurtzville on Saturday. The tournament was raising money for kids who may need assistance for sports programming.

Drives wrap inaugural season with 6-0 loss to Creemore

Dan McNee February 1, 2024Listowel Banner, Sports

The Milverton Four Wheel Drives completed their inaugural Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) regular season on Jan. 27, dropping a 6-0 decision to the Creemore Coyotes at the Perth East Recreation Complex.

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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.

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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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