On a chilly April afternoon at the Wingham & Area Historical Society’s (WAHS) regular meeting, talk of leather, fleece and factory floors soon gave way to faded ink and penny stamps.
Conservation experts warn as province moves to dismantle conservation system
A province‑wide coalition of conservation experts, farmers and cottagers is urging the Ontario government to halt its plan to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into nine regional bodies.
Vance Fund grant helps restore iconic 19th-century landmark in Teeswater
A century-old pillar of the Teeswater skyline is standing a little taller this year thanks to a grant from the Leland and Thora Vance Fund.
Wingham Lions Club hosts rain-soaked Easter Egg Hunt at Cruikshank Park
Not even a relentless spring downpour could dampen the spirits, or the appetites, of local kids during the Wingham Lions Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt at Cruikshank Park.
North Huron presented with wastewater year end report
WINGHAM - During the March 16 North Huron Council meeting, Veolia Project Manager Scott Gowan reported 100 per cent compliance in drinking water systems for the fourth consecutive year, stating, “there were no adverse results on any of the samples.”
Seniors’ Active Living and other events coming up
NORTH HURON - From gentle Tai Chi sessions at the library to informative estate-planning workshops, North Huron is rolling out a diverse spring schedule designed to keep local seniors active and informed.
North Huron Council approves lease extension for Blyth G2G Trail
WINGHAM - North Huron Council here has approved a five-year lease extension and an amended agreement for a portion of the former Goderich to Guelph (G2G) Rail Trail.
Walking together: Bridging two worlds to protect one landscape
HURON COUNTY - Members of Neyaashiinigmiing’s Bagida’waad Alliance joined staff and volunteers from Maitland Conservation for a muddy spring walk on Mar. 26, using bird migration, the history of local trees and changing waters as starting points for collaboration, reconciliation and sharing care fo
Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026
The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.
David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025
As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.
Wingham sees a busy March break
March Break was a busy time in Wingham with plenty to do for youngsters and adults alike. On…
When war meets prophecy
Growing up in the ‘60s and ‘70s, I lived near an air-raid siren, remnants of a past where fear hovered over daily life.
Pretty plants, ugly outcomes: The high cost of invasive species
HURON/PERTH - Periwinkle, English ivy and goutweed look harmless in a backyard bed, but once they reach nearby woods, they can blanket acres. Maitland Conservation Ecologist Erin Gouthro explains how invasive species damage local forests and streams, and how to dispose of “problem plants” safely.
CIP grant will enhance accessibility
A new Wingham business, Life on a Footstool, was awarded a Community Improvement Program (CIP) grant by North Huron Council for $2,168.55 to help improve the façade and upgrade accessibility access.
Speaker shares how Amish keep food cold year-round with pond ice
During the Wingham and Area Historical Society’s first meeting of the year, Brent Bowyer described how one Amish family turns a small farm pond into their year-long refrigeration system each winter.
