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Maitland Conservation approves 2023 budget

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Maitland Conservation’s (MC) board of directors has approved the 2023 budget and levy.

Blyth-Brussels U13 LL squad suffers first defeat of playoffs

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Blyth-Brussels Crusaders U13 LL squad travelled to Palmerston to take on the Minto Mad Dogs on March 16. The Crusaders were handed their first loss of the post-season, losing 6-1.

Wingham U15 LL Ironmen win consolation title at Young Canada Week

Submitted March 23, 2023Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen U15 LL team travelled to Goderich to take part in the 72nd annual Young Canada Week tournament. After a rocky start, the team steadied the ship and skated away with the U15 LL Consolation Trophy following a 7-2 win over Mid-Huron. Team members include: Dustin Benninger, Darcy DeV

North Huron lends support to North Perth motion on mandatory school bus stop arm cameras

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

North Huron council has expressed its support of a motion from the Municipality of North Perth regarding the installation of cameras on school bus stop arms.

North Huron receives no RFPs to operate three facilities

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The operation of the fitness centre at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex, the Blyth Campground and the Blyth and District Community Centre will be status quo this year.

Wingham Minor Hockey executive asks council to reconsider proposed rec cuts

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Local News, News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Minor Hockey executive committee has asked North Huron council to reconsider proposed service cuts at North Huron’s recreation facilities as part of the 2023 budget deliberations.

Britespan certifies as a living wage employer

Submitted March 23, 2023Business, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Britespan Building Systems Inc. is the latest business to certify as a living wage employer.

Residents hope to establish new 2024 Wingham Homecoming committee

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A local couple is hoping to keep the dream of a 2024 Wingham Homecoming alive.

C&M Seeds’ winter canola – high risk, high reward

Melissa Dunphy March 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

C&M Seeds is no stranger to being a leader in their industry. They’re “committed to advancing the future of agriculture” and “doing everything they can” to aid in making crop production a profitable venture.

‘Normal’ best description of spring, summer forecast, says climatologist

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

As David Phillips likes to say, “You’re only as good as your last forecast.”

‘The training is missing’

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Business, Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Jason Wolf is passionate about his job. The Palmerston resident works in the highly-specialized field of telecommunications, making sure towers are properly constructed and those working on the towers stay safe.

Farmers call on feds to end fertilizer tariff, reimburse farmers

Mike Wilson March 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario Bean Growers, along with farmers from across Canada, are calling on the federal government to end the tariff on fertilizer purchased from Russia and to reimburse farmers the $34 million they’ve set aside from the tariffs already paid.

Bill 23 and agriculture – how local farmers are affected

Cory Bilyea March 23, 2023Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) recently released an informative webinar titled “Home Grown: The Impacts of Bill 23 on Agriculture Across Ontario.”

South Bruce OPP: Two victims lost $16K to online scams last week

Midwestern Newspapers March 23, 2023Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

The South Bruce OPP say two area residents were the victim of online scams last week.

First patient receives CT scan at Kincardine hospital

Submitted March 23, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Monday, March 20, the first patient was scanned on the new CT scanner at the Kincardine site of South Bruce Grey Health Centre.

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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.

See all Mildmay area articles.

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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