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Fordwich men’s slow pitch tournament returning

Nicole Beswitherick March 19, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - The Fordwich Community Parks Association will be holding its annual Men’s Slow Pitch Tournament on May 22 to 24, 2026.

LDSS students protest changes to OSAP

Kelsey Bent March 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News

Local students say the provincial government’s decision to change the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding model has “crushed their dreams” of going to college and university.

OPP seeking driver who fled Listowel collision scene; 140 livestock dead in structure fire; Howick resident charged in Break and Enter

Submitted March 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

LISTOWEL – The Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a…

Irish Dance champ honoured

Pauline Kerr March 19, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Gabriella Frank, a student with Celtic Academy Irish Dance Canada, was honoured at the March 10 meeting of Brockton Council for her accomplishments at the Regional Irish Dance Championship, and her commitment to Celtic Academy Canada.

Howick awards Joe Kerr Limited tender for spring maintenance gravel

Nicole Beswitherick March 19, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its March 10 meeting, Manager of Public Works Scott Price requested that council award the tender for spring maintenance gravel to Joe Kerr Limited for $313,650, excluding the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST).

Step In Style- New family shoe store set to open in familiar location

Heather MacEwen March 13, 2026Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – From two stepping- to stepping in style, a familiar store in downtown Wingham gets a…

New York City Shenanigans

Abigail Brubacher March 12, 2026Columns, Opinion, Wingham Advance Times

I spent this past weekend in beautiful New York City with my classmates for one last school trip. Everything was going smoothly and according to plan until our journey home.

Opinion: Huron chamber reviews the Succession challenge in Huron County

Submitted March 12, 2026Local News, Opinion, Wingham Advance Times

On Feb. 3, the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade announced nearly $2 million in funding to establish Succession Ontario, described as Ontario’s first business succession planning services hub.

Consultants suggest innovative solutions for North Huron lodging needs

Cory Bilyea March 12, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Through A recent feasibility study, consulting firm CBRE has concluded that a traditional 60-room limited-service hotel is not economically viable in the Township of North Huron under current market conditions.

Alzheimer societies celebrate walkers making a difference in local community

Submitted March 12, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Peter Carter and his wife, Jo-Ann, are longtime supporters of the Alzheimer Society Grey Bruce and the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s and society officials say their and their progress is truly inspiring.

Skate Wallace presents: Legends, Divas and Icons

Heather MacEwen March 12, 2026Arts & Entertainment, News

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

Flood warning issued for Huron East

Submitted March 12, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MC) has issued a flood warning, as of March 9 for the Boyle Drain region of the Middle Maitland River affecting the municipalities of North Perth and Huron East.

UWPH celebrates opening of North Perth Access Centre

Heather MacEwen March 12, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL – North Perth now has a collection of health and social services under one roof. United…

North Huron greenlights arena, roads equipment upgrades

Cory Bilyea March 12, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM - North Huron council has signed off on nearly $2 million in capital spending that will overhaul the arena’s aging refrigeration system and upgrade key road department equipment, approving new chillers for both the Wingham and Blyth arenas along with a vacuum street sweeper, excavator and a

Walkerton card scores

Submitted March 12, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Euchre was enjoyed at the Walkerton Library in the senior’s room on Wednesday, March 4.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

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Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

By Rachel Hammermueller

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

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