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News

Why the low voter turnout?

Editorial June 9, 2022Editorials

If you voted in the provincial election that saw Doug Ford elected to a second straight majority, you were in the minority.

Cartoon: June 9, 2022 – Walkerton Herald-Times

Submitted June 9, 2022Cartoons

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Waetchers make donation to Victoria Jubilee Hall project

Pauline Kerr June 9, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The front stairs at Victoria Jubilee Hall are a step closer to being updated, thanks to a personal $3,000 donation from Rhonda and Fred Waechter. The steps have stood the test of time, but after almost a century, are in need of replacement – a $40,000 project. From the left, top row, are Bob McCullo

Peabody concerned about water tower project cost

Pauline Kerr June 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody expressed concern over the cost of the water tower project.

‘Poppy rocks’ placed on graves of local veterans

Submitted June 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Take a close look around the next time you visit your loved one’s grave, or you stroll through Walkerton’s two cemeteries.

Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala a virtual success

Pauline Kerr June 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Who said a virtual hospital gala can’t be both elegant and successful?

Saugeen Hospice Inc. receives charitable status

Submitted June 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The board of directors of Saugeen Hospice is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit Ontario corporation has officially received charitable status from the Canada Revenue Agency. 

South Bruce Grey Health Centre CEO warns of ‘significant chance’ of ER closures this summer due to doctor shortage

Pauline Kerr June 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Michael Barrett, CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, warns of a challenging summer ahead, in terms of keeping hospital emergency rooms open.

Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce decides not to proceed with proposed south satellite project

Pauline Kerr June 8, 2022News

In a press release dated May 31 but not widely distributed, Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce (RHGB, known as Chapman House) announced it has decided it won’t be proceeding with the proposed south satellite project.

Garden party celebrates the Queen

Kelsey Bent June 8, 2022Local News, Wingham Advance Times

Richard Cristy hosted a garden party in recognition and gratitude for Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee and 70 years of service to the British Commonwealth on June 4 at his rural home east of Whitechurch.

Dirt bike driver fails to stop for police

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2022Police

A Huron East resident is facing a trio of driving related charges following an incident that took place near Walton.

E-bike driver facing impaired charges

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2022Police

Huron County OPP has charged the operator of an e-bike with impaired operation and operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) following an incident that took place in Wingham.  

Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story returns to Wingham

Kelsey Bent June 8, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Wingham Advance Times

Pictured is My Face In The Light author Martha Schabas at the Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story on June 4 at the Maitland River Community Church in Wingham. Schabas was one of six participating authors who hosted a variety of book readings and master classes during the three-day festival, whic

Break and enter interrupted in Wroxeter

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2022Police

Huron County OPP officers, with the assistance of the Huron OPP Crime Unit, are investigating a break and enter and attempted robbery that took place in Wroxeter.

Housing studies reviewed by South Bruce CLC

Cory Bilyea June 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Dave Rushton, project manager for the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team, and Allen Webster, director of regulatory affairs and environmental assessment at the NWMO, were back at the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting on June 2 to present the recently released studies on housing

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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. 

See all Listowel area articles.

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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