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The magic of theatre (and what dispels it)

Denny Scott June 25, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Earlier this month I had the opportunity to take in Sisters of ’78  which - in its world debut – opened the Blyth Festival’s 2026 season - was definitely worth seeing.

Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton

Pauline Kerr June 24, 2026Local News, Mildmay Town Crier, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.

Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly

Cory Bilyea June 19, 2026Columns, Editorials, Opinion

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly…

Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.

Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.

Youth Unlimited organized annual Tour for Teen cycling event

Submitted June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

Youth Unlimited held its annual Tour for Teens cycling event on Saturday, June 13.

Listowel community members participate in the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters

Submitted June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, News

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the Salvation Army Canadian Staff Songsters (CSS), during the group’s June 6-7 appearance at Listowel’s Knox Presbyterian Church.

Volunteers recognized for efforts put into planning upcoming fair

Submitted June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

MILVERTON - Every year the township of Perth East recognizes those volunteers who help the township in many ways, with programs to ensure the viability and to keep residents enjoying the lifestyle they have come to appreciate.

Anishinaabe art installation opens in Blyth ahead of documentary screening

Submitted June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

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

North Huron, Waste Management host open house explaining upcoming changes to local garbage and recycling programs

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron, in coordination with Waste Management (WM) and Circular Materials, is transitioning to wheeled carts with the rollout of the new automated collection beginning on July 21.

Sid Mansz the shoemaker saves the show

Betty Jo Belton June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, Pieces of the Past

Local shoemaker Sid Mansz stepped up to save the show more than once.  In 1955,  a touring performance of Macbeth was on the eve of arriving in Stratford and the Canadian Players reached out to Mansz for help.

Learn, connect, and stay engaged this summer with the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth

Submitted June 18, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth invites community members to stay connected, informed, and supported this summer through a variety of free educational programs and social opportunities designed for people living with dementia, care partners, families, and community members.

Countryside Meadows cuts ribbon on new Listowel subdivision

Kelsey Bent June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - Those travelling Highway 23 North will no doubt see construction work beginning directly to the east.

Breakfast and big rigs

Pauline Kerr June 18, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The annual Firefighters Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck event in Walkerton on June 13 thrilled young and old alike – everything was there, from fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, to garbage trucks and industrial vehicles.

Brockton Council won’t pave the way for e-scooters

Pauline Kerr June 18, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Brockton is taking a “get tough” approach to e-scooters and similar mobility devices.

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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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Perth East candidates answer questions

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Summer support helps Bluewater students return to school

CHESLEY – More than 2,000 Bluewater students received summer support to make the transition back to school easier, with mental health and special education staff helping prepare them for September. 

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

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

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

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By Denny Scott

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By Denny Scott

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By Denny Scott

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