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Witches Walk returns to Blyth to tremendous acclaim as Homecoming fundraiser

Irene Kellins, one of the volunteer witches for Saturday's Witches Walk in Blyth, leads a group of attendees through the Blyth Greenway Trail, which was "spookified" on the weekend to resurrect the beloved Halloween-themed event

Huron Heat Day thrills audiences, piles on the wins

What started as a busy and exciting weekend for the Huron Heat organization turned into a victorious one with teams finding success in both the Bring The Heat tournament and on Huron Heat Day, both annual events on the Heat schedule.

Blyth Festival announces its 2027 season

This week, Artistic Director Gil Garratt announced the 2027 Blyth Festival season, which will feature four shows and open with an ambitious, sprawling adaptation of one of the country's most beloved novels.

How quickly information ages - From the Cluttered Desk with Keith Roulston

On the bottom shelf of our bookcase in the living room sit 22 volumes of The Illustrated Columbia Encyclopedia, plus annual updates covering the years 1975-1980.

Out on the weekend - Shawn's Sense with Shawn Loughlin

One of the biggest aspects of being the editor of a community newspaper, I learned, is to be of the community. Back when I was named the acting editor, that holding position was only because I was still living in Goderich at the time.

I will never! Never! Never! NEVER! - The Devil's Desk with Old Nick

I have always believed that a good argument should begin with a concession. It establishes goodwill, demonstrates intellectual flexibility and gives the other person the gratifying impression that they may yet win.

Editorials - Oct. 23, 2026

Another domino, Inadequate preparation, Ready to wear

Preparing for winter - Glimpses of the Past with Karen Webster

In our modern times, preparing for winter's onset might go something like this: snow tires on, find the ice scraper, cover the air conditioner, switch out summer duds for warmer ones and, finally, put up the Christmas décor.