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North Perth assumes ownership of Atwood outdoor rink

Dan McNee March 9, 2022Local News

NORTH PERTH – One week after the sudden closing of the Atwood Lions Club’s outdoor rink, the facility officially has new ownership following a North Perth council resolution on March 7.

LDSS students receive future career path guidance through automotive SOY boot camp

Dan McNee March 9, 2022Local News

LISTOWEL – They say that if you love the work you do, you never truly work a day in your life.

LDSS senior boys wrap high school basketball season

Bea Todd March 9, 2022Sports

LISTOWEL – The Listowel District Secondary School Lightning basketball team’s season has come to starts and stops due to the COVID-19 restrictions.

Paramedicine program expands in Bruce County

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News

In late 2021, Bruce County received funding from the Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care to enhance the county’s community paramedicine program.

WDCS junior boys’ basketball team off to hot start

Submitted March 9, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton District Community School junior boys’ basketball team is undefeated in league play so far this year. Pictured, from left: Connor Schuster, Landon Graul, Landen Adams, Neil Heaney, Austin Greig, Conner McIntosh, Keaton Neilly, Keaton Bowman.  Absent: Blake Beitz, Travis Goll, Cody McIn

Hawks meet Patriots in first round of playoffs

Pauline Kerr March 9, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

Walkerton Hawks completed their regular season on the weekend, with a 2-0 loss to the Mount Forest Patriots Friday night on home ice, and a 4-4 tie Sunday evening in Goderich against the Flyers.

Larsen & Shaw celebrates International Women’s Day

Submitted March 9, 2022Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Larsen & Shaw is pleased to announce their commitment to #breakthebias, the theme for 2022 International Women’s Day, held on March 8.  

Bruce County thanks those who donated to Dorrel Young Christmas program

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY – Bruce County would like to thank all who gave the gift of hope and inclusion for…

Winner of Agricultural Society’s quilt raffle announced

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Congratulations to Pauline Siegfried, who is the winner of the Walkerton Agricultural Society quilt raffle. The Agricultural Society would like to thank everyone who supported this project by making blocks or purchasing tickets. There are a bunch of talented quilters in our community! Pictured: Gail

Walkerton Legion membership meeting Tuesday

Mike Wilson March 9, 2022Columns

All members are asked to show up Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the hall to help shape any future activities and to show support for the executive, who have operated the Legion for over two years without a break. 

The best there is, the best there was and the best there ever will be

Mike Wilson March 9, 2022Columns

Sorry, wrasslin’ fans, this column isn’t about Bret “The Hitman” Hart.

Cartoon: March 10, 2022 – Walkerton Herald-Times

Submitted March 9, 2022Cartoons

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Shake hands and order pizza

Editorial March 9, 2022Editorials

There are people in this community who have seen lifelong friendships destroyed and families torn apart in the past year.

Formosa Country Christmas donates to food bank

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Pictured is Kathy Benninger of the Formosa Country Christmas (FCC) committee presenting a cheque for $2,000 to Dianne Waram of the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Thanks to the volunteers, sponsors and a good turnout at the 2021 FCC drive-thru event, a profit was made and the committee has decided

Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation announces February 50/50 draw winner

Submitted March 9, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Susan Magwood, right, was the winner of the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s 50/50 draw in February, winning $1,560. Mark Gaynor, chair of the Foundation, recently presented Magwood with her winnings, which she donated back to the Foundation.

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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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