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CWL hosts bake sale

Emily Bowen December 11, 2025Walkerton Herald-Times

The Catholic Women’s League hosted their annual bake sale at Walkerton Sacred Heart Church on Dec. 6.

Jim Bolton records high score at solo in Chepstow

Submitted December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Young at Heart euchre and solo card scores for Monday Dec. 8, at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall.

Official Plan priority for returning county warden

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Luke Charbonneau, mayor of Saugeen Shores, and Don Murray, mayor of Huron Kinloss, have both been acclaimed to a second term as warden and deputy warden, respectively, of Bruce County for 2026, the final year in the four-year term before the next municipal election.

Upward trend continues in Bluewater EQAO results

Submitted December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHESLEY - Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) continues to see an overall upward positive trend in newly released standardized test results by the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).

Optimist Club host Breakfast With Santa event in Walkerton

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Walkerton was filled with little ones, eager to whisper their Christmas wishes to Santa on Dec. 6 as the local Optimist Club hosted Breakfast with Santa.

WDCS first school to receive race car for new tri-school motorsports challenge

Emily Bowen December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) became the first of three local high schools to receive its race car on Dec. 5 for a new regional competition that combines trades training with motorsports.

Foundation launches Angel Tree campaign to raise funds for fluoroscopy equipment

Submitted December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

HANOVER - The Hanover and District Hospital Foundation (HDHF) is recently announced the launch of its annual Angel Tree Campaign, a cherished holiday tradition that invites the community to support local healthcare while sharing messages of gratitude, remembrance, and hope.

Westario Power announces proposed sale to ERTH Corporation

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Westario Power has announced a proposed sale of the utility to ERTH Corporation, and the board’s recommendation to shareholders to approve the sale.

Mayor receives provincial recognition for 25 years on Brockton Council

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody was set to receive the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s Long-standing Service Award for his 25 years on Brockton Council at the Dec. 9 council meeting.

Dan Hepburn top scorer in men’s crokinole on Nov. 19

Submitted December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Results for Crokinole at the Chesley Firehall.

Wroxeter hosts Santa Claus parade

Patrick Raftis December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

WROXETER - Brightly-decorated fire trucks and floats lit up the night for the annual Wroxeter Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 5.

What do we do with all the dark?

Melanie Koch Nichol December 11, 2025Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

Don Harvey records top score at Walkerton Seniors euchre

Submitted December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Euchre and solo were enjoyed once again in the seniors’ room at the Walkerton Library.

Intact Insurance donates $9,000 to Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation

Submitted December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, Local News, News

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation recently announced a major $9,000 donation from Intact Insurance Company through their Community Impact Partnership Program.

West Perth Deputy Mayor Dean Trentowsky named Perth County Warden

Kelsey Bent December 11, 2025Listowel Banner, News

STRATFORD - The 151st Perth County Warden shared how past wardens will inspire his upcoming term.

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Snowmobile trails are up, groomed and ready for action

PERTH COUNTY - For local snowmobile enthusiasts in the Perth-Waterloo and Oxford county areas, the groomed snowmobile trails are again ready for action.

Howick executes agreement for 2026 snow removal

HOWICK - Council here authorized two agreements at its Dec. 9 meeting as part of winter maintenance for 2026.

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Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Food Bank donation from Batte Meats

150 nutritious and delicious meat pies to the Walkerton Food Bank.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Howick executes agreement for 2026 snow removal

HOWICK - Council here authorized two agreements at its Dec. 9 meeting as part of winter maintenance for 2026.

Howick defers report on solid waste agreement, still seeking answers

HOWICK - Council here received a recommendation to enter into a solid waste services agreement between the township and Waste Management of Canada, and to authorize the reeve and CAO/Clerk to execute the five-year agreement beginning on Jan. 1, 2026.

See all Wingham area articles.

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What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Snowmobile trails are up, groomed and ready for action

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PERTH COUNTY - For local snowmobile enthusiasts in the Perth-Waterloo and Oxford county areas, the groomed snowmobile trails are again ready for action.

Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

By Submitted

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Howick executes agreement for 2026 snow removal

By Nicole Beswitherick

HOWICK - Council here authorized two agreements at its Dec. 9 meeting as part of winter maintenance for 2026.

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