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With some pandemic measures set to ease March 1, Klassen stresses COVID ‘still circulating and still a serious disease’

Dan McNee February 23, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

As the province moves closer to its latest round of pandemic restrictions being eased on March 1, Huron-Perth Public Health (HPPH) Medical Officer of Health Dr. Miriam Klassen stresses that cautionary measures must still be taken as COVID-19 continues to circulate.

Local senior sends letter of praise to North Huron council

Cory Bilyea February 23, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A self-described senior and long-time resident of Wingham recently sent a heartfelt letter to North Huron council thanking them for their continued support and maintenance of the Alice Munro Library.

Hearnden awarded Wingham BIA’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Kelsey Bent February 23, 2022Business, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Business Improvement Association (BIA) hosted its annual general meeting virtually on Feb. 17.

Carol De Rosie presents study to Brockton council on critical nursing shortage at SBGHC

Pauline Kerr February 23, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton council has heard the 48 recommendations made by consultant Carol De Rosie in her third-party review of the nurse shortage at South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC).

Ontario to eliminate licence plate renewal fees, stickers effective March 13

Midwestern Newspapers February 22, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

On Feb. 22, the province announced it would be eliminating licence plate renewal fees and the requirement to have a licence plate sticker for passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, motorcycles and mopeds effective March 13.

Two Howick residents charged with shoplifting from Listowel business

Midwestern Newspapers February 18, 2022Listowel Banner, Police, Wingham Advance Times

Two people have been charged for theft after police they were caught shoplifting at a local business.

Fatal house fire in Teeswater under investigation

Midwestern Newspapers February 18, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

A house fire in Teeswater earlier today has claimed the life of one individual.

North Perth resident charged with assault

Midwestern Newspapers February 18, 2022Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP has charged a North Perth resident after an assault during a domestic occurrence.

Police looking to identify two shoplifting suspects in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers February 16, 2022Police

Police are looking to identify two people in relation to a shoplifting investigation at a business in Listowel.

South Bruce updates tree committee terms of reference

Kelsey Bent February 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a three-part report to council, Operations Manager Jamie Morgan told council how the tree committee plans to improve the municipality. 

Formosa Lions gearing up for busy spring

Joan M. Borho February 16, 2022Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Feb. 9 saw President Jim Batte welcome the Formosa Lions, the Formosa Swans and their partners to the Formosa Hall for the Formosa Lions Valentine dinner meeting.

South Bruce to contribute $300K to Teeswater Medical Centre

Kelsey Bent February 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Treasurer Kendra Reinhart gave council several options for funding the Teeswater Medical Centre’s request for $300,000 from the municipality. 

January a slow month for home sales in North Huron

Mike Wilson February 16, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

January was a slow month for home sales in North Huron.

North Huron approved for Municipal Modernization Program

Cory Bilyea February 16, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Township of North Huron was approved for the third intake of the Municipal Modernization Program, which will continue to help improve the delivery of critical programs and services that people rely on every day while saving taxpayer dollars.

Huron County Immigration Partnership seeking volunteers for newcomer mentoring program

Cory Bilyea February 16, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County Immigration Partnership is implementing a new Huron-Perth project. They are looking for volunteers to participate in a training program designed to help newcomers to Canada and temporary foreign workers as they settle into the region’s rural communities.

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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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