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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…

Regional quilt show promises to ‘make memories’ – colourful ones

Submitted May 14, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Contests, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

MILDMAY - New Millennium Quilters Guild is hosting the “Making Memories” Quilt Show on Friday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Mildmay Carrick Recreational Complex.

‘Around the Table’ brings ESL students to fire department for meal, education

Submitted May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, News

The North Perth Fire Department recently welcomed several classes of English as a Second Language (ESL) students from the Avon Maitland District School Board Centre for Employment to the department’s headquarters.

Listowel McDonald’s sets store record, raising $16,000 for Ronald McDonald House and Salvation Army Food Bank

Heather MacEwen May 14, 2026Business, Listowel Banner, Local News

LISTOWEL- The local McDonald’s franchise was a flurry of action on May 6 for their 32nd annual…

South Bruce records incident-free start to 2026 in health and safety report

Emily Bowen May 14, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce reported a strong start to 2026 in workplace health and safety, with no incidents, injuries or near-misses recorded across all municipal operations in the first quarter.

Bluewater board explores community partnerships for underused school space across region

Emily Bowen May 14, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

CHESLEY -  Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) are looking to expand community use of school space, identifying 11 schools with available room for potential partnerships as part of ongoing planning efforts across Bruce and Grey counties.

Huron County backs call for ‘Finlay’s Law’ paediatric ER reforms

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

GODERICH – Huron County Council endorsed a Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus resolution calling…

Bluewater District School Board reports stable financial outlook in latest interim update

Emily Bowen May 14, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, News

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) expects to remain on track to meet its financial obligations for the 2025-2026 school year, despite shifting costs and enrollment changes.

Howick to receive over $12,000 for five lifeguard positions

Nicole Beswitherick May 14, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - Howick Township has been approved for five pool lifeguard positions this year, an increase from last year, in through a  $12,320 grant from its application for Canada Summer Jobs.

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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 County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

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

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Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

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2026 International Plowing Match media day

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.”

Columnists

Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

By Submitted

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

By Rachel Hammermueller

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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