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Walkerton DCS crushes fundraising goal for Jump Rope for Heart

Submitted June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Friday, June 10, 350 children from Walkerton District Community School were jumping for joy as they took part in Jump Rope for Heart’s 40th birthday celebration.

Englishman served with trespass notice

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A pilot involved in an ongoing dispute with the Saugeen Municipal Airport was served last week with a 33-page trespass notice.

Touch-A-Truck returns to Walkerton after two-year hiatus

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

This year’s Touch-a-Truck event on June 11, put on by the Walkerton Firefighters Association, drew a record crowd.

Westario Power and Bruce Power partner with Brockton to ‘lead the charge’

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Westario Power and Bruce Power Net Zero announced the first Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations of their Lead the Charge initiative are on track to be installed in Brockton this summer.

Ombudsman: Saugeen Municipal Airport Commission contravened Municipal Act

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The report has been released by Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé regarding a complaint that Saugeen Municipal Airport Commission (SMAC) contravened the Municipal Act, 2001 regarding a closed meeting on Sept. 27, 2021.

Stunt driving charge laid near Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Walton resident after they were speeding more than 60km/h over the limit in the Municipality of North Perth.      

Driver charged with impaired in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

On May 5 just after midnight, an officer from the Perth County Ontario OPP was on general patrol and observed a vehicle in a parking lot on Mitchell Road South in Listowel, with the driver’s side door open.

Ongoing dispute leads to assault charge

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

On May 28 at approximately 8:30 p.m., members of the Perth County OPP were dispatched to an address on Perth Line 86 in the Municipality of North Perth, for the report of an ongoing dispute.

Local resident charged with shoplifting

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

One person has been charged after stealing over $100 worth of items from a local business in the Municipality of North Perth.

Listowel resident charged with careless driving

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

One person has been charged following a single-vehicle collision last week.

Vehicle collides with tractor

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

One person was injured after a driver drove through a cloud of dust into a farm tractor.

Vehicle stolen from school parking lot in North Perth

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

The Perth County OPP is investigating the theft of a motor vehicle that was recently taken from a school parking lot in the Municipality of North Perth, and another vehicle was left behind.

IN PHOTOS: Listowel Minor Ball Day 2022

Mike Wilson June 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

After a two-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Listowel Minor Ball Day was back with a full slate of games, a barbecue and silent auction on Saturday, June 11.

LDSS runner makes mark during rookie track season

Dan McNee June 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

It’s almost hard to believe that Sydney Brooks only began running competitively this year. And if her success during the 2022 spring track season is any indication, she will be bringing home a lot more hardware for Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) before her high school career is through.

From microphone to management: Scott Bridge named incoming Mitchell Hawks GM for 2022-23

Dan McNee June 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports

The connections and knowledge Scott Bridge has obtained through his last decade working on the local hockey radio broadcast circuit will no doubt be invaluable in his new position with the Provincial Junior Hockey League’s (PJHL) Mitchell Hawks.

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OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

See all Listowel area articles.

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.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers

At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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.

Columnists

OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

By Rachel Hammermueller

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

By Submitted

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

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