Just to prove I’m an equal-opportunity political critic, I’m going to set my sights this week on Ontario Premier and Conservative head honcho Doug Ford (after last week, when I focused on pseudo-Liberal Prime Minister Carney and, tangentially, the Bloc through the Air Canada language issue) and...
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Life-threatening injuries sustained in fire at Wingham’s F.E. Madill
WINGHAM - Shortly after 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7 emergency services responded to F.E. Madill Secondary School for a reported fire, according to police.
Council considers Mildmay boundary expansion to make room for future business development
TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce is considering a request to support expanding its settlement boundary in Mildmay, as council reviews a report tied to the County’s new long-term planning document.
South Bruce prepares for new EMS dispatch system, medical priority calls expected in 2026
TEESWATER - A new approach to emergency medical response is coming to South Bruce this October, with local officials preparing for changes expected to roll out through 2026.
South Bruce council approves zoning change for major McGlynn lumber expansion
TEESWATER - A major expansion of South Bruce Flooring’s parent operation has received the green light from municipal council, moving forward with what was described by council as a “long process.”
Bluewater District School Board maintains nine trustee positions for 2026 election, approves policies and planning measures
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) will maintain nine trustee positions for the 2026 municipal election, with no changes to how those seats are distributed across its jurisdiction in Bruce and Grey counties.
Council authorizes sale of Augusta Street
Council here authorized selling a portion of Augusta Street in Lowertown at the end of their meeting March 17.
Morris-Turnberry manages surplus from 2025 expenditures
Council carried a motion approving the year-end balance of a surplus of $142,432.66, to be transferred to the municipality’s General Reserve.
Wingham U13 Yellow team takes the win
The Wingham U13 Yellow team defeated the U13 Minto Mad Dogs in the WOAA finals.
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun- Listowel Chamber hosts successful woman’s night
LISTOWEL – The Listowel Chamber of Commerce hosted its Girls Just Wanna Have Fun event the…
The Sheepdogs play Wingham Town Hall Theatre
Anchor into the sanctuary of small towns, music and home with Sheepdogs bassist, Ryan Gullen
Local Sunday Schools participate in Easter Lenten challenge
The Wingham United Church Sunday School, Congregation and the Belgrave Knox United Churches had their Easter Lenten Challenge.
North Huron presented with wastewater year end report
WINGHAM - During the March 16 North Huron Council meeting, Veolia Project Manager Scott Gowan reported 100 per cent compliance in drinking water systems for the fourth consecutive year, stating, “there were no adverse results on any of the samples.”
Cadets tackle obstacles, build leadership
LISTOWEL - March kicked off with high energy and excitement for over 100 cadets from Bruce, Grey, Huron, and Wellington Counties as they came together for an action-packed Area Directed Activity held in Listowel on March 1, 2026.
Wingham driver charged after tractor-trailor collision
MAPLETON - A Wingham driver is charged following a collision outside of Moorefield on Mar. 23, a police report confirms.
