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South Bruce Grey Health Centre asking for PPE donations

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

WALKERTON – The South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) is asking the public for donations of…

South Bruce Grey Health Centre asking for PPE donations

Midwestern Newspapers April 2, 2020News

WALKERTON – The South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) is asking the public for donations of…

Two COVID-19 cases confirmed at Stratford long-term care home

Mike Wilson April 1, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News

By Colin Burrowes Local Journalism Initiative Reporter HURON-PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health…

Two COVID-19 cases confirmed at Stratford long-term care home

Midwestern Newspapers April 1, 2020News

By Colin Burrowes Local Journalism Initiative Reporter HURON-PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health…

Province extends state of emergency, school closures

Mike Wilson April 1, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

By Chris Daponte TORONTO – The province has extended its state of emergency declaration until…

Province extends state of emergency, school closures

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By Chris Daponte TORONTO – The province has extended its state of emergency declaration until…

Blyth Festival suspends 2020 season due to COVID-19

Mike Wilson April 1, 2020Local News, News

BLYTH – For the first time in its 46-year history, the Blyth Festival is suspending their season.…

Blyth Festival suspends 2020 season due to COVID-19

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BLYTH – For the first time in its 46-year history, the Blyth Festival is suspending their season.…

North Huron issues layoff notices to 70 full- and part-time staff

Mike Wilson April 1, 2020Local News, News

NORTH HURON – The Township of North Huron has issued layoff notices to approximately 70 full- and…

North Huron issues layoff notices to 70 full- and part-time staff

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NORTH HURON – The Township of North Huron has issued layoff notices to approximately 70 full- and…

Public Health reports first COVID-19 related death in Huron Perth

Mike Wilson March 30, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News

STRATFORD – Huron Perth Public Health is reporting the first death in the region due to COVID-19.…

Public Health reports first COVID-19 related death in Huron Perth

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STRATFORD – Huron Perth Public Health is reporting the first death in the region due to COVID-19.…

Bruce County extends building closures until further notice

Mike Wilson March 30, 2020Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY – On March 16, Bruce County announced that all County operated buildings would be…

Bruce County extends building closures until further notice

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BRUCE COUNTY – On March 16, Bruce County announced that all County operated buildings would be…

Ontario launches new COVID-19 public reporting website

Mike Wilson March 30, 2020Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

TORONTO — The province is changing the way they report COVID-19 cases in Ontario. On March 30,…

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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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