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News

Cyclones salvage weekend with win over Brantford

Dan McNee August 31, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

The Listowel Junior Cyclones chalked up their first win of the 2023-24 GOJHL preseason with a 4-2victory over the Brantford Bandits at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on Aug. 26.

Long-time executive Wayne Long retires as Cycs president

Dan McNee August 31, 2023Listowel Banner, Sports

When it comes to knowing the ins and outs of a junior hockey organization, few in terms of the Listowel Cyclones have the resume that Wayne Long accumulated with the club.

Wedding favour donation

Submitted August 31, 2023Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Sarah Stewart and Greg Macleod are getting married in a couple of weeks, and instead of handing out traditional wedding favours at the reception, they decided to make a donation to Saugeen Hospice Inc.

Snow blower upgrade shovelled away by council

Mike Wilson August 31, 2023News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has denied a request from staff to upgrade the recently-purchased snow blower used to clear snow from the sidewalks.

Greenbelt Dispatches Part III – Who is speaking for the soil?

Stewart Skinner August 31, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner

Soil is not an easy thing to understand. It is poorly understood and the vast majority of us walk…

SOAKING UP THE LAST OF SUMMER

Melissa Dunphy August 31, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News

Summer isn’t over just yet! After a fun-filled day of playing in the warm late summer sun and the cool, refreshing water at the Listowel Kinette Splash Pad, it’s easy to have a big smile on your face (and be a little silly).

Three vying for title of Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador

Submitted August 31, 2023Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Three individuals are vying for the title of 2023-24 Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador.

James Brine and the Martyrs of Tolpuddle

Submitted August 31, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner

The obituary published in the Stratford Daily Beacon in August 1902 for James Brine, an “old and esteemed resident” of Blanshard Township (now part of Perth South) is typical for the time period.

Temporary emergency room closures at local hospitals continue

Pauline Kerr August 31, 2023News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Additional temporary emergency room closures were announced last week for South Bruce Grey Health Centre.

The sky’s the limit with Kids Fly at SMA Day

Pauline Kerr August 31, 2023Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Kids and airplanes – it’s an unbeatable combination, especially when you add sunshine, snacks and a lot of volunteers focused on making sure the kids have a great time.

The most frightening experience of my life

Mike Wilson August 31, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

For some, it’s rollercoasters that scare them. For others, it’s a fear of falling from high places. Or it’s a fear of the unknown that keeps them awake at night. For me, it is spiders.

LWHA updates council on recruitment strategies, staffing issues

Mike Wilson August 31, 2023Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

SOUTH BRUCE – The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) has an uphill climb ahead of them in physician recruitment in the coming years, but officials remain confident they are up to the challenge.

Walkerton Capitals announce roster moves, addition to coaching staff

Mike Wilson August 31, 2023Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Capitals roster continues to take shape ahead of the PJHL Pollock Division regular season.

Morris-Turnberry council approves municipal investment policy

Mike Wilson August 31, 2023News, Wingham Advance Times

It’s not every day that a municipality has a financial windfall.

95th Huron County Plowing Match results

Kelsey Bent August 31, 2023Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The 95th Huron County Plowing Match took place Aug. 17-18 at the farm of Pete and Leisa Albers, on Browntown Road in Huron East.

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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.

Howick not proceeding with BYO policy

Council will not be proceeding with the development of a municipal bylaw or policy to permit “bring your own alcohol” at outdoor public events within the township at this time.

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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