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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.

Councillor requests report on BYO alcohol permits for North Perth events

Kelsey Bent June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - “I know some people might think negatively of this initiative, but I think we can treat adults like adults,” Coun. Marc Noordam said regarding the province’s bring-you-own-alcohol regulations under the Liquor Licence and Control Act.

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

Denny Scott June 18, 2026Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Guelph unit hosts 30km Norwegian Foot March out of Linwood

Denny Scott June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Rural

Earlier this month the 11th Field Regiment’s third Annual Norwegian Foot March (NFM) started at the Linwood community centre bright and early and saw participants marching dozens of kilometres.

Kids take flight!

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

Saugeen Municipal Airport’s “Kids Fly Free” day on Saturday, June 13.

County cutting it close with public meeting on Official Plan: Peabody

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

WALKERTON - “We’re cutting it close,” said Mayor Chris Peabody about the vote on Bruce County’s new Official Plan.

Salute to seniors – busier and more active than ever

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

ONTARIO - June is Seniors Month in Ontario; this year’s provincial theme is Let’s Get Moving.

OPP launches Stop – Look – Live campaign to reduce intersection fatalities

Submitted June 18, 2026News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

WEST REGION - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), West Region, is launching the “Stop – Look - Live” campaign in response to ongoing concerns surrounding fatal and serious collisions at intersections across West Region.

Canadian Staff Songsters perform at Knox Church

Heather MacEwen June 18, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Music

Community members from Listowel and surrounding areas had the unique opportunity to join the…

Multiple fatalities, injuries in vehicle collision near Conestoga Lake

Midwestern Newspapers June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News

MAPLETON - A two-vehicle collision here on June 12 has claimed the lives of five children from North Perth.

Cases of Lyme disease in province increasing, public being referred to eTick website

Nicole Beswitherick June 18, 2026Listowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

STRATFORD - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) will no longer be providing tick identification for the public, but will instead refer individuals to the eTick website and mobile app.

Harry Brydges looks back on life in Belgrave

Submitted June 18, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Now almost 90, Harry Brydges has a lot of memories of Belgrave and area. He still lives on the farm just north of Belgrave on Cardiff Road. Please enjoy the latest in our Memories of Wingham and area series, courtesy of the Wingham and Area Historical Society.

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

Cory Bilyea June 18, 2026Columns, Opinion, Wingham Advance Times

I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly uplift and connect us all, reminding us of his warmth and the happiness he shared. 

Huron Chamber recognized among Canada’s fastest-growing chambers for second consecutive year

Submitted June 18, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

HURON COUNTY - The Huron County Chamber of Commerce has been ranked as the third fastest-growing chamber in Canada by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada.

Organics recycling project for Walkerton gets ministry approval

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

WALKERTON - As of June 1, the province was approved for implementation of a green bin program for recycling organics.

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April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…

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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Small-Town Strip Club: fueling their journey with small-town support

“Everybody in our hometown knows us, for the most part if they’re into rock music…we’ve been really onto that next step as a band – continuing to break out and find supporters and genuine fans.” -John Yundt

United Way meets milestone donation ahead of schedule

LISTOWEL – The Music Hall Apartments project has reached its capital campaign goal, marking a…

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BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

Board reviews strategic plan progress

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.

See all Mildmay area articles.

BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement

HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover. 

X-Ray Suite+ campaign surpasses $1 million milestone for new diagnostic imaging equipment

WALKERTON — The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation is recently announced that the X-Ray Suite+ Replacement Campaign has officially surpassed the $1 million raised mark, bringing the community one step closer to transforming diagnostic imaging services at the hospital.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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

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

Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it

I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Columnists

Fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine brings out the classics

By Heather MacEwen

The fourth annual Wingham Show and Shine filled the parking lot of the Maitland River Community…

No Judgment Art Class a space for creativity and relaxation

By Heather MacEwen

WINGHAM – June is officially recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario. The provincial campaign…

National Indigenous Peoples Day opening ceremony precedes the premiere of The Creation Story of Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink, by local media producer

By Heather MacEwen

BLYTH – Blyth Festival Theatre was the location of a well-attended drumming circle and knowledge…

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