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Ontario reduces list of essential workplaces

Midwestern Newspapers April 3, 2020News

Ford: ‘If you are not an essential business, you need to close your doors’ TORONTO — The…

Local organizations team up for special 10-day food drive for area food banks

Mike Wilson April 3, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News

HURON-PERTH — The strength of a community working together brings people through tough times. In…

Local organizations team up for special 10-day food drive for area food banks

Midwestern Newspapers April 3, 2020News

HURON-PERTH — The strength of a community working together brings people through tough times. In…

Huron County wants to help local businesses find employees to fill essential roles

Mike Wilson April 3, 2020Local News, News

HURON COUNTY – Huron County Economic Development is looking to match those looking for work with…

Huron County wants to help local businesses find employees to fill essential roles

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HURON COUNTY – Huron County Economic Development is looking to match those looking for work with…

Brockton bans open air fires until further notice

Mike Wilson April 2, 2020Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON – A week after the Municipality of Brockton asked residents to avoid having recreational…

Brockton bans open air fires until further notice

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BROCKTON – A week after the Municipality of Brockton asked residents to avoid having recreational…

THE IVORY SILO: Cut off in more ways than one

Mike Wilson April 2, 2020Listowel Banner, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

By Stewart Skinner Twelve days. That is how many days it took for this extrovert to have my first…

THE IVORY SILO: Cut off in more ways than one

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By Stewart Skinner Twelve days. That is how many days it took for this extrovert to have my first…

16 cases of COVID-19 now confirmed in Huron Perth

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Klassen says we should all act as if we are transmitters of the virus By Colin Burrowes Local…

16 cases of COVID-19 now confirmed in Huron Perth

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Klassen says we should all act as if we are transmitters of the virus By Colin Burrowes Local…

Province announces $15 million for mental health supports during COVID-19 pandemic

Mike Wilson April 2, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Funding will used to improve access to online and virtual supports TORONTO — The province has…

Province announces $15 million for mental health supports during COVID-19 pandemic

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Funding will used to improve access to online and virtual supports TORONTO — The province has…

Bruce Power donates 600,000 pieces PPE to province to help fight COVID-19

Mike Wilson April 2, 2020Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TIVERTON – Bruce Power announced on April 1 that they will be providing 600,000 pieces of…

Bruce Power donates 600,000 pieces PPE to province to help fight COVID-19

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TIVERTON – Bruce Power announced on April 1 that they will be providing 600,000 pieces of…

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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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LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

See all Listowel area articles.

Bluewater board trustees debate funding motion ahead of Ministry of Education’s announcement

CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) debated a motion on professional development funding, just before the province revealed a legislation aimed at tightening school board governance and oversight.

Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council

SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation

WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations

Local youth meets prime minister

MONTREAL - The Liberal Convention in Montreal April 9-11 had over 4,500 attendees from across Canada – including six-year-old Rachel Rice, daughter of Liberal candidate James Rice from Paisley, and Katie Rice, who has sought a seat on Brockton Municipal Council. 

See all Walkerton area articles.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

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…

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Columnists

LWHA in process of finalizing elastomeric pump program

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospital Association (LWHA) is in the process of developing an elastomeric pump program at the Listowel Memorial Hospital for patients who require ongoing IV medications.

Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year

By Rachel Hammermueller

At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.

New Horizons owner retiring after 32 years in business

By Nicole Beswitherick

LISTOWEL - Owner of New Horizons Rehabilitation here, June Williamson B.Sc. (P.T.), is passing the reins of her business over to Dr. Alex Wilson of Fortitude Performance and Rehab, based out of LivFit.

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