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Council tailors attainable housing rent to unit types, allows renting to family

Kelsey Bent May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News

LISTOWEL - North Perth council updated its affordable housing CIP to better appeal to renter realities.

Bruce County Council sets priorities for advocacy efforts

Pauline Kerr May 28, 2026Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The county has been having a certain amount of success in its advocacy efforts at the federal and provincial levels.

Fulfilling my promise to Michael ‘Cy’ Cywink

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Columns, Wingham Advance Times

It began with a direct question born of absolute urgency. Michael “Cy” Cywink was searching for…

Security tightened as council returns to meeting in person

Cory Bilyea May 28, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

WINGHAM – North Huron Council has approved new security measures at its Francis Street council…

Wingam Horticultural Society sale a success two hours in

Denny Scott May 28, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Horticultural Society held its annual plant sale over the weekend, though the first two hours saw a significant amount of the most desirable plants scooped up according to organizers. By 2 p.m. on Friday, after opening at noon, the sale was already a success with many plants bought and c

Two of three vehicles stolen from Brockton business recovered

Submitted May 28, 2026Local News, News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police issued a press release last week saying two of the three vehicles reported stolen on Tuesday, May 19, have been recovered.

AMGH, Exeter hospital responsible for 80 per cent of ambulance delay time

Denny Scott May 28, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, in Goderich, and South Huron Hospital in Exeter, were the only hospitals servicing Huron County to have off-load delays during April.

Saugeen Municipal Airport announces lease signed for major new business

Pauline Kerr May 28, 2026Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - The Saugeen Municipal Airport (SMA) Commission announced in a press release that it has entered into a long-term land lease with Allin Aircraft Maintenance.

14 apply to Summer Company

Denny Scott May 28, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Fourteen eligible young business owners applied to the Huron Business Center’s Summer Company program according to centre manager Brittany Wise.

Six file nomination papers in North Perth for election

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, News

A number of individuals have filed paperwork for the upcoming municipal election for North Perth, bringing the total to six candidates.

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Sting down Milverton in HCFL season opener

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Mildmay Town Crier, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County Fastball League’s (HCFL) 2026 season kicked off over the weekend with the Milverton Millwrights visiting the Sebringville Sting on Friday, May 22.

LDSS students learn about firefighting, paramedic practices through visit

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Late last month, students from Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) attended the North Perth Fire Department’s Listowel site to learn about the healthcare responsibilities firefighters and paramedics have.

Incumbent Mark Goetz files to run for mayor in South Bruce

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Mildmay Town Crier, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Mark Goetz is the first candidate to file for a municipal council position in South Bruce, seeking to reclaim his current position.

Huron County to rent space to OPP in Huron County Courthouse

Denny Scott May 28, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County will be renting space in the Huron County Courthouse in Goderich to the Ministry of Infrastructure for the OPP.

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Denny Scott May 28, 2026Columns, Editorials, Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

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

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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.

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.

Smile Cookie campaign at Walkerton Tim Horton’s raises most funds in region

WALKERTON - This year’s Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign raised $24,131 in Walkerton.

See all Walkerton area articles.

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.

Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties

Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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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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.

Picture of the Past

By Submitted

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.

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

By Rachel Hammermueller

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.

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