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Poll: Majority want CRB benefits to end before next year

Submitted October 20, 2021Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

With five of the emergency benefits programs introduced by the federal government to support…

North Huron resident facing slew of charges

Midwestern Newspapers October 20, 2021Police

BLYTH – A North Huron resident remains in custody following a police investigation last week. On…

Bruce County conducting homelessness enumeration on Oct. 18

Submitted October 18, 2021News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County’s human services department will be conducting a homelessness enumeration on Monday, Oct. 18, as part of the Ontario Ministry of Housing mandate. 

Poll: Half of Canadian parents with children aged 5-11 ready to vaccinate their kids

Submitted October 18, 2021Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Based on strong hints from public health officials and pharmaceutical companies, the next chapter of Canada’s mass COVID-19 vaccine story appears poised to involve inoculating younger children – and one-in-two parents of younger children are ready to jab their kids right away.

Mammography program at Walkerton hospital reopens with new equipment

Submitted October 15, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A newly renovated mammography suite with upgraded equipment and technology is now open at South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s (SBGHC) Walkerton hospital site.

Province officially launches Verify Ontario app

Mike Wilson October 15, 2021Business, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Ontario government has released its long-awaited COVID-19 vaccination verification app.

Poll: Three-in-five Canadians would have preferred outcome of federal election held using proportional distribution

Submitted October 15, 2021Federal Election 2021, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In a federal election where little changed, Canadians have been left searching for value from the…

Survivor’s Flag unveiled at Parliament ceremony

Cory Bilyea October 13, 2021Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The first legislated federal holiday on Sept. 30 was meant to commemorate and honour the people who endured the residential school system and their families.

Bruce County CAO resigns

Submitted October 13, 2021News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County council will begin recruitment for a new chief administrative officer (CAO) as current CAO Sandra Datars Bere has announced her departure.

Howick to waive fees for advertisements on arena boards

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

On Oct. 5, Howick council agreed to staff’s recommendation to waive the fees for the advertisements on the arena boards and Olympia at the Howick Community Centre (HCC) for the 2021-22 season.

Ironmen’s winning streak comes to an end against Mitchell

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen split the Thanksgiving weekend with a 4-3 win against the Hanover Barons and a 1-0 loss against the Mitchell Hawks.

Wroxeter resident wins $50,000 with Instant Crossword

Submitted October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Steven Burbidge of Wroxeter is celebrating after winning a $50,000 top prize with Instant Crossword.

Howick to seek additional support from OPP regarding bylaw enforcement issues in Wroxeter

Kelsey Bent October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Unsure of what more can be done to resolve bylaw enforcement issues in Wroxeter, Howick council decided to ask the OPP for help.

Morris-Turnberry council approves appointment of livestock, poultry evaluator

Mike Wilson October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Council has approved the appointment of a new livestock and poultry valuer/investigator for the municipality.

Morris-Turnberry council approves draft clean yards bylaw

Mike Wilson October 13, 2021Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Morris-Turnberry is one step closer to replacing an outdated bylaw that will give the municipality additional options in dealing with some property standards complaints.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Seven Trailblazing women share their stories at library event

LISTOWEL – Parkview Gardens hosted a full turnout for the North Perth Public Library’s Tell Me a Story; Trailblazing Women event on Oct. 15.

Bill 125 proposed to reduce appeal, availability of vapour products to youth

STRATFORD – The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received a letter in its correspondence regarding support for Bill 125 at its Oct. 9 meeting.

See all Listowel area articles.

New garbage collection contract to go out for bids

TEESWATER – A new curbside garbage collection contract is being put out for bids after the current provider plans to end service Dec. 31, with several smaller communities potentially gaining collection for the first time. 

Students take part in province-wide mock municipal election

HANOVER – More than 140,000 students across Ontario took part in a parallel municipal and school board election this fall, including students learning about the candidates and democratic process in communities across Bruce and Grey counties.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Ellis claims top prize in TV Bingo

BRUCE – Fran Ellis of Walkerton claimed the highest-value prize in the Wightman Rotary TV Bingo last week. 

Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 05 Turnbacks

From Nov. 9, 1988

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Columnists

Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

By Rachel Hammermueller

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

By Submitted

Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

The Maitland Scare Path was a creepy start into Halloween

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Maitland Scare Path in Wingham was a creepy start into the Halloween weekend. At nightfall Oct.…

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