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News

LDSS senior girls drop decision to F.E. Madill

Dan McNee October 19, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The LDSS senior girls’ Lightning squad was in tough against the undefeated F.E. Madill Mustangs on Oct. 12 in Stratford.

Listowel Legion set to launch poppy campaign

Dan McNee October 19, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Following a highly-successful 2021 poppy campaign that netted $23,800 for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 and the services it provides to local veterans, seniors and youth, Poppy Chair Casey Fraser is hoping for continued support from the community for the upcoming 2022 initiative.

Klassen presents pandemic report at HPPH meeting

Melissa Dunphy October 19, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Medical Officer of Health (MOH) for Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH), Dr. Miriam Klassen, presented a brief report to the HPPH Board of Health at the Oct. 7 meeting. The report took a closer look at the current COVID-19 pandemic locally and vaccinations for the upcoming influenza season.

 COVID outbreak declared at Wingham and District Hospital

Midwestern Newspapers October 18, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron Perth Public Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the inpatient unit of the Wingham and District Hospital.

Judge orders Bruce County be removed as trustee of Krug Estate

Pauline Kerr October 14, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Justice G. D. Lemon has given his decision regarding the appropriate “remedy” in the matter of the Krug estate. It is not favourable to the county. Bruce County has been removed as trustee of the Krug trust.

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Listowel Memorial Hospital

Midwestern Newspapers October 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Huron Perth Public Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the second-floor medicine unit of the Listowel Memorial Hospital.

Ontarians aged 12 and up now eligible for COVID-19 bivalent booster shot

Midwestern Newspapers October 13, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

TORONTO – Ontarians aged 12 and up will be eligible for a bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster dose starting on Oct. 17.

Lobb holds onto critic post; Nater replaced in shadow cabinet

Patrick Raftis October 13, 2022Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

One of the region’s two Members of Parliament has retained his position in Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s new shadow cabinet, while the other has been replaced.

Municipal Election 2022: Municipality of Brockton candidates

Mike Wilson October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022, Walkerton Herald-Times

As part of our ongoing municipal election coverage, the Walkerton Herald-Times asked candidates to submit a 250-word biography and, in 500 words or less, answer the following question: What is the most important issue facing Brockton in this election?

Brockton councillor candidate – Greg McLean

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

BIOGRAPHY My name is Gregory J. McLean and I ask for your support to elect me as a Brockton…

Brockton councillor candidate – Carl Kuhnke

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

BIOGRAPHY Carl Kuhnke lives in Walkerton with his wife Beth and their two rescue dogs, Pippin and…

Brockton councillor candidate – Kym Hutcheon

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

BIOGRAPHY I was born and raised in Toronto but have gladly called Brockton home for nearly 25…

Brockton councillor candidate – Phil Englishman

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

BIOGRAPHY I was born in Amsterdam, Netherlands and immigrated with my parents to Canada. I have…

Brockton councillor candidate – Tim Elphick

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

I have had the honour to represent ratepayers as a Brockton councillor since January 2020 when I…

Brockton councillor candidate – Mitch Clark

Submitted October 13, 2022Municipal Election 2022

BIOGRAPHY Growing up as a Brockton resident, I attended Immaculate Conception School in Formosa and…

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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.

Aird and Berlis LLP reappointed integrity commissioner for Howick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

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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