Maitland Conservation (MC) and Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) are warning landowners and the public that the shoreline bluffs are at a high risk of collapse, urging people to be aware of the imminent danger and take precautions.
Warden commemorates lives of victims on National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Warden Glen McNeil opened the Huron County council meeting on Dec. 6 with heartfelt words of commemoration, recognizing National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
South Bruce CLC hosts Q&A with Finland DGR tour participants
South Bruce Deputy Clerk Vivian Kennedy moderated a discussion with attendees of this year’s tour of the Onkalo Deep Geological Repository (DGR) in Finland, who answered submitted questions from community members during the Dec. 7 online Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting.
Convicted Wingham restaurant owner’s appeal heard in court
The owner of a Wingham restaurant was back in court on Wednesday, Dec. 6 to present evidence in an appeal of his conviction for failing to comply with Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) officers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bluevale Christmas Market raises funds for 2024 Bluevale Homecoming
Bluevale and surrounding community members held a Christmas Market at the community hall on Dec. 10, spreading Christmas cheer and raising funds for the 2024 Bluevale Homecoming celebration.
Neyaashiinigmiing councillor holds memorial walk, two youth missing for 30 years remembered
On Oct. 22, 1993, teenagers Leslie Jones (a.k.a. Leslie Waukey) and Shawn Jones (a.k.a. Shawn Steven Lee Freeman) left Neyaashiinigmiing to go to a dance in Lion’s Head and never came home.
Maitland Conservation Foundation ‘Inspired by Nature’ campaign continues
The Maitland Conservation Foundation (MCF) works in partnership with Maitland Conservation (MC) to raise funds for various watershed projects. The Foundation is in the second year of its five-year ‘Inspired by Nature’ fundraising campaign to raise $650,000.
Township reviews Donation and Fee Waiving Policy, Dec. 4
North Huron council recently requested that staff review the township’s current Donation and Fee Waiving Policy. That review was presented to council at the Dec. 4 regular council meeting.
North Huron endorses resolution circulating to increase Ontario Works financial assistance
Coun. Lonnie Whitfield pulled two items from the correspondence received for information by North Huron council during the Dec.4 council meeting.
Townes: New fees and charges bylaw intends to reduce costs to taxpayers
Chris Townes, director of finance for North Huron, said that during the Nov. 20 meeting, North Huron councillors did not ask him to provide information regarding which municipalities he contacted in the alleged research to compare recreation fees and charges before updating the 2024 fee schedule.
Snow removal concerns discussed at council
A complaint from a Wingham resident sparked a discussion about snow removal policies at the end of the regular North Huron council meeting on Dec. 4, leading to an unplanned notice of motion to review the current snow removal policy in North Huron.
Wingham business wins award for barrier-free design
The winners of the 2023 Barrier Free Design in the Private and Public Sector, as well as the winner of the 2023 Accessibility Champion Award, were announced on Nov. 20 by the Huron County Accessibility Advisory Committee (HCAAC).
Maitland River Christmas Market, Nov. 25
Maitland River Christmas Market was held on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham. The event had fun activities for kids, jewelry, clothing, books, skincare, sewing, toys, quilts, bags, wreaths, ornaments and much more.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Wingham Santa Claus Parade
The 2023 Lions Club of Wingham Santa Claus Parade was a great success on Saturday, Nov. 25 - plenty of floats, beautiful blue skies, and a large turnout on Wingham’s main street. The parade featured fair royalty, local athletes. businesses and service groups, as well as Santa Claus making a special
North Huron council passes amended 2024 fees and charges bylaw
The Wingham Town Hall Theatre filled up quickly for the Nov. 20 North Huron council meeting, where councillors were set to vote on the 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw.
