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Day camp fun

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Participants enjoyed a full day of arts and crafts at the PA day event on Jan. 30.

Take it for the team Canada! Turns out we need the snow and cold

Submitted February 5, 2026Columns, Listowel Banner, Opinion

Love your maple syrup?  Well, no cold, no syrup! 

Wingham’s Riley Good to play in 2026 Softball World Cup

Midwestern Newspapers February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

Wingham’s Riley Good has been selected for Canada’s men’s national team to compete at the 2026 World Baseball Softball Confederation  (WBSC) U23 Men’s Softball World Cup.

Women’s wages in 1850s at Windsor Hotel

Submitted February 5, 2026Columns, Pieces of the Past

Photographs and records relating to working women from over a hundred years ago are somewhat rare and it can be difficult to have a detailed understanding of what their lives were like.

Draft two of Howick budget proposes 8.031% increase

Nicole Beswitherick February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

After making some changes followings its first 2026 municipal budget meeting, council here reviewed the second draft budget at its Jan. 27 special meeting, which includes slightly lower tax rates.

North Huron South Site child care centre design approved

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Construction on new Blyth facility slated to begin in mid-March.

The Perfect Piece Home Shoppe – consciously curating your home

Heather MacEwen February 5, 2026Business, Listowel Banner, News

Finding that perfect piece of home décor is now right at your fingertips and located at 165 Argyle Ave. North in Listowel.

Full ‘Snow Moon’ provides morning magic for 2026 Groundhog Day prediction

Heather MacEwen February 5, 2026Listowel Banner

The region was treated to a wonderful sight the morning of Feb. 2 when copious amounts of hoarfrost…

Belgrave water user rate remains the same for 2026

Rachel Hammermueller February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Belgrave Water System annual fee is remaining the same as last year, at $1,322.09 per user. 

Province announces local investments; North Huron recipient of three major grants

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

A recent funding allocation from the Ontario government is a welcome and timely announcement, according to North Huron CAO Nelson Santos.

Howick executing purchase, sale agreement for future fire station

Nicole Beswitherick February 5, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Authorization to execute a purchase and sale agreement for the potential location of a future fire station, was discussed at the Jan. 27 township council meeting, which was held despite a heavy snowfall.

Young at Heart Club card scores

Submitted February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHEPSTOW - The Young at Heart Euchre and Solo  Club card scores for Monday Feb. 2

Two donations of $5,000 to Hospital ‘Buy-A-Bone’ campaign

Submitted February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

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

Museum hosts celebration on Family Day

Submitted February 5, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is inviting families and community members to celebrate Lunar New Year and Family Day on Monday, Feb. 16, with a festive day of culture, creativity and hands-on fun.

Individuals arrested at meeting after refusing to adhere to bylaw

Cory Bilyea February 5, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Two individuals were arrested during the Feb. 2 regular North Huron council meeting after refusing to adhere to a township bylaw that prohibits audio/video recordings during meetings.

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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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15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

Elma Township Public School hosts annual fun fair – including educator inflatable race

Elma Township Public School’s annual fun fair on May 29 featured a ton of games and attractions…

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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…

South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades

TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

Picture of the Past

From June 7, 1989: Keith Waldie (standing) and Jack Tait were honored at the Walkerton Rotary Club’s 50th anniversary dinner held on Saturday, June 17 at the Community Centre.

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Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker

Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent

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WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.

Saugeen Hospice expresses gratitude towards Second Hand Rose Shop

By Submitted

Saugeen Hospice is extending a sincere thank you to the Second Hand Rose Shop (SRH) for their generous donation of $5,000 toward the build of Saugeen Hospice.

15th annual North Perth Character Run ‘successful’ says organizers

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - The North Perth Community of Character held its 15th annual Character Run on May 28 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.

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