A storm is brewing in Ontario that Indigenous leaders say could ignite a severe backlash if the Ontario government continues to ignore their calls for a seat at the table to discuss the repercussions of Bill 5 in its current form.
Spirit Walk postponed; historical show and tell set for June 18
WINGHAM - The Wingham & Area Historical Society (WAHS) has postponed its planned “Spirit Walk” event.
North Huron approves amendment to water, wastewater billing for multi-unit buildings
WINGHAM - North Huron Council has approved an amendment to the township’s fees and charges bylaw adding multi-residential property series fees.
Wingham Musical Muskrat Festival line-up announced
WINGHAM - The organizers of the Musical Muskrat Festival have announced the itinerary for the two-day event, which will be held at Riverside Park in Wingham.
Report says no historical evidence for Métis claims to SON territory
SAUGEEN OJIBWAY NATION - Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) Environment Office has concluded there is no historical evidence supporting claims by the Historic Saugeen Métis (HSM), the Georgian Bay Historic Métis (GBHM) and the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) to rights within SON territory.
Progress on housing and homelessness highlighted in report
WINGHAM - A new report finds that collaboration, data-driven strategies, and a commitment to affordable housing as a fundamental right are some of the drivers behind a decade of progress and initiatives in housing and homelessness services in Huron County.
North Huron implements video surveillance policy
WINGHAM - The Township of North Huron is taking steps to improve downtown safety and surveillance through a partnership with the Wingham BIA and the Huron OPP. At the May 5 regular council meeting, members of the BIA presented a report titled Wingham BIA Downtown Video Surveillance Initiative Updat
Paramedics honoured at Huron County Council
During the May 21 regular Huron County Council meeting, members and staff recognized several local paramedics during Paramedic Services Week.
Musical Muskrat Festival gets green light from council
The annual Musical Muskrat Festival will return to Wingham from June 13 - 14, and organizers say many fun activities are lined up again this year.
Authority members concerned over proposed Bill 5
During the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) regular board of directors meeting, Coun. Alison Lobb (Central Huron) inquired about the Ontario government’s proposed legislation, Bill 5, indicating that she only found out about it during the Huron County Council meeting that morning.
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its annual BBQ fundraiser May 24
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its annual BBQ fundraiser during the May 24 town-wide…
Wingham BIA volunteers installed flower baskets May 22
The group was out early along Josephine Street.
Wingham walkers take part in IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s
IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s was held in Wingham on May 24. The annual walk raises…
Rust, restoration, and redemption
In 1911, Bill Lever built a unique automobile for Charlie Clay, known as the Wingham Car. This rare vehicle was constructed using a Pungs-Finch chassis imported from Detroit, Michigan.
North Huron Fire recipient of AED from Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund
The crucial life-saving benefits of having access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) nearby when someone is experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (heart attack) can be the difference between life and death.
