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News

Cartoon: Aug. 26, 2021 – Wingham Advance Times, Walkerton Herald-Times

Submitted August 25, 2021Cartoons

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Some wild prognostications about the upcoming federal election

Stewart Skinner August 25, 2021Columns, Federal Election 2021

Less than two weeks into a federal campaign seems like a great time to start making too early predictions about the Sept. 20 vote. Since our local race promises to be unexciting, how about we have some fun and make some wild prognostications about the national stage. From least wild to most wild we

Deciding whose rights take precedence

Editorial August 25, 2021Editorials

It seems every day brings news of another major organization or business that will be requiring its staff and/or members to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Bruce Power donates $10K to WES for Youth Online

Submitted August 25, 2021Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce Power recently donated $10,000 to WES for Youth Online, through its corporate social responsibility program that invests in community initiatives focusing on health and wellness, youth development, minimizing environmental impact, and more. From the left are Jennifer Mulcaster, WES for Youth O

Approvals process for Walker West Estates hits snag

Pauline Kerr August 25, 2021Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A special meeting of Brockton council was held the afternoon of Aug. 17 to discuss a snag in the Walker West Estates conditional building permit agreement and site plan approval process.

Walkerton BIA members discuss options for moving forward

Pauline Kerr August 25, 2021Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The downtown business community in Walkerton has faced challenges in the past, particularly with organizations representing and promoting downtown businesses.

Over $22K worth of meth seized in Wingham traffic stop

Midwestern Newspapers August 24, 2021Police, Wingham Advance Times

NORTH HURON – A resident of Hanover is facing a charge of trafficking methamphetamine…

Walkerton resident facing child porn charges

Midwestern Newspapers August 24, 2021Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – A Walkerton resident is facing multiple child pornography charges following an…

Clifford driver ditches vehicle, charged with impaired

Midwestern Newspapers August 23, 2021Police

HOWICK – A single-vehicle crash investigated by Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) last…

Numbers still low in Grey-Bruce but rising across the province

Pauline Kerr August 23, 2021Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

As of Aug. 22, the Grey Bruce Health Unit reported there were four new cases – one each in Grey Highlands, Blue Mountains, Meaford and West Grey. Over the weekend, cases were also reported in Owen Sound, Saugeen Shores, Hanover and Arran-Elderslie.

Police investigating fatal crash west of Walkerton

Midwestern Newspapers August 23, 2021Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON – The South Bruce OPP are investigating a fatal car crash that happened at the…

North Perth names Janny Pape fire chief

Mike Wilson August 20, 2021Listowel Banner, News

NORTH PERTH – North Perth’s new fire chief is no stranger to the municipality. Janny Pape…

As concern over COVID rises, are the Liberals poised to benefit?

Submitted August 20, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Canadian prime minister has announced the call for a general election, scheduled for Sept. 20, and many Canadians are more occupied by fears of a fourth wave of COVID-19 than politics.

Vaccination status could be election issue

Submitted August 20, 2021Federal Election 2021, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The first few days of Canada’s 44th general election campaign are not only highlighting the differences between party leader’s stances on mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations in this country, but also how voters feel about the issue.

Huron East charged with impaired in Listowel

Midwestern Newspapers August 20, 2021Listowel Banner, Police

A Huron East resident is facing multiple charges following an incident earlier this month on Main Street in Listowel.

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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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And with that, the 2026 Hayloft Music Festival comes to a close

LISTOWEL – With a successful second year of the Hayloft Music Festival under Listowel’s belt, impressions of the event continue to reverberate around the region.

Howick reallocating $35,000 to purchase equipment for future bylaw officer

HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.

See all Listowel area articles.

New businesses, funding and development shape 2026 economic update

TEESWATER – Economic development work in South Bruce has brought new businesses, funding and community partnerships to the municipality during the first half of 2026, while several downtown improvement programs have already reached their funding limits for the year.

170 years and still going strong: Teeswater Fair celebrates milestone weekend

TEESWATER – A beloved, 170-year tradition brought crowds, competitions and community celebration to Teeswater this weekend as the Teeswater Fall Fair marked its milestone anniversary with a full plate of agricultural and family activities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Durham Street bridge finished

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity

Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept. 

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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

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

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Columnists

Durham Street bridge finished

By Submitted

WALKERTON – Bruce County announced late last week the successful completion of the Durham Street rehabilitation project, including Phase 2 of the Durham Street bridge rehabilitation. 

Larsen and Shaw receives award of excellence for innovative roof project

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON – A thriving Walkerton manufacturer, Larsen and Shaw Limited, has proved that business excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage

By Rachel Hammermueller

Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316. 

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