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Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth

Rachel Hammermueller May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps. 

Rotary Club of Walkerton supports local literacy

Submitted May 14, 2026Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Rotary Club of Walkerton is proud to announce the successful completion of a community literacy initiative that provided more than 240 new books to local schools in the Walkerton area.

North Perth Pride planning month of family-fun events

Rachel Hammermueller May 14, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

North Perth Pride is gearing up for another month of celebration with events kicking off May 30 and continuing all through June.

Meeting Place Organic Farm Annual Mother’s Day open house and seedling sale

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

Visitors enjoyed train and horse-drawn wagon rides before a barbecue lunch and so much more during…

Families urge Ottawa to prioritize MMIWGT2S+ voices

Cory Bilyea May 14, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, trans, and two spirit people (MMIWGT2S+)…

Bruce County announces Ian Hanney as new director of human services

Submitted May 14, 2026Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bruce County recently announced the appointment of Ian Hanney as the county’s new director of human services.

Huron County’s fourth annual Pride festival focuses on activism, celebration, community

Rachel Hammermueller May 14, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The county will be the scene of multiple events June 2-7, all with the aim of bringing the community together. 

Listowel’s first ribfest coming May 22 – 24

Abigail Brubacher May 14, 2026Contests, Food, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Agricultural Society is hosting its first annual ribfest from May 22 to 24.

Serious collision in Perth East under investigation

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Police

PERTH EAST - Perth County OPP are currently investigating a serious motor vehicle collision that occurred May 8 at a intersection of Line 47 and Perth Road 107.

50th annual Cargill pike derby winner

Submitted May 14, 2026Contests, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Nine-year-old Deluka Brick, shown alongside his boating partner, his “Popsy” Don Clark...

Castlemore Dental’s Dr. Raj Khanuja honoured with Canada’s Volunteer Award

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Dr. Raj Khanuja, affiliated with Castlemore Dental, has been named a recipient of the Canada’s Volunteer Awards – a national program that recognizes Canadians who make exceptional contributions to their communities through volunteerism.

Area residents who were on ship affected by outbreak now quarantining at residence

Submitted May 14, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Dr. Brittany Graham, acting medical officer of health for Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) confirmed in a press release that the two Canadians who disembarked the MV Hondius in late April reside within Grey-Bruce.

Community support helps hospital expand imaging upgrade

Submitted May 14, 2026Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation recently announce positive news about its X-ray Suite Replacement Campaign.

Listowel’s Walter Renwick Knox: chief coach of Ontario Athletic Commission

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Sports have long played a significant role in the history of Perth County. This legacy is reflected in the many talented athletes who have emerged from communities across the county.

County council approves rural severances despite planning, conservation concerns

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

GODERICH – Huron County council approved two rural severances: a 3.7‑acre parcel in the Stephen…

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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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Listowel’s Night Market was packed

The Listowel Night Market on Aug. 14 was packed with people of all ages taking in live music, food…

And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

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Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Listowel’s Night Market was packed

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Listowel Night Market on Aug. 14 was packed with people of all ages taking in live music, food…

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