MILDMAY – It’s always a bittersweet time when a long project comes to a successful conclusion.
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SEDC marks 40 years of helping local businesses grow
HANOVER – Four decades of business lending, entrepreneurship support and community development were celebrated Oct. 22 as the Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) marked its 40th anniversary with a gathering of community members, business owners and partners.
Hanover begins construction on new police station
HANOVER – The Town of Hanover officially marked the beginning of construction on its new police station with a launch ceremony held Monday, Oct. 19, at the future site of the facility on 10th Avenue.
Bluewater board CEO thanks trustees at end of term
CHESLEY – Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) CEO AJ Keene thanked trustees for their service and recognized the contributions of departing members at the board’s final regular meeting before the Oct. 26 municipal election.
North Huron Wescast Community Centre celebrates 25 years
WINGHAM – The North Huron Wescast Community Centre celebrated 25 years on Oct. 25, alongside the first anniversary of the Seniors Active Living Centre.
Bluewater board targets math achievement with new action plan
CHESLEY – The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) is continuing targeted mathematics coaching, expanding professional learning for teachers and using more student assessment data to address achievement gaps that have left local results below provincial standards in Grades 3, 6 and 9.
Fire crews answer 147 calls as safety efforts continue
TEESWATER – Local fire rescue responded to 52 emergency calls between July 1 and Oct. 1, while advancing equipment upgrades, fire prevention education and emergency preparedness projects across the municipality.
Hanover potato chip caper ends in arrest with fire department drone assistance
HANOVER – Hanover police patrolling in the industrial park on Oct. 20, at 4:10 a.m., saw two men dressed in dark clothing, carrying two cardboard boxes near a distribution facility.
Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre open house shares proposed programming
LISTOWEL – Earlier this year, the Moriyama Teshima Architects’ designs for the Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre (OAFDC) were announced, giving insight into how the multi-million-dollar project will fit into Listowel.
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Winners announced for 2026 Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards
SAUGEEN SHORES – The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) is proud to announce the winners of the third-annual Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards, recognizing exceptional contributions to the local economy and clean energy sector.
Wingham Ironmen face off with Fergus Whalers
WINGHAM – The Wingham Ironmen were back on home ice on Oct. 24 to take on the Fergus Whalers.
Walkerton Rotary holds annual fundraiser to help end polio
WALKERTON – Dr. David Tisch of Barrie, guest speaker at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s Polio Eradication fundraiser on Oct. 15, took those in attendance on a journey that saw Rotary transform from a “men’s lunch club” into an organization respected around the world – while saving millions of lives.
U13A Southeast Surge down West Coast White Caps 5-0
LISTOWEL – The U13A Southeast Surge faced the West Coast White Caps at the Seve Kerr Memorial Complex on Oct. 25.
North Perth housing scan identifies opportunities for seniors housing development on Nelson Avenue, affordable housing in Atwood
LISTOWEL – North Perth Mayor Todd Kasenberg’s only use of his Strong Mayor Powers was to commission a report from staff which investigated opportunities to accelerate housing developments on municipal-owned land.
