The mayor of South Bruce Peninsula (SBP) resigned on Aug. 29 after immediate backlash from neighbouring First Nations communities pertaining to previously recorded comments.
Tree planting funding available
Maitland Conservation (MC) is looking for landowners interested in planting trees, specifically sites two acres or more in size where seedlings can be grown on hillsides, floodplains or marginal farmland.
Digital Service Squad offers free digital 360° photo
Huron County Digital Service Squad team member Emma Hunking will be in downtown Wingham on Aug. 31, offering local businesses a unique opportunity to have some free digital 360° photos.WINGHAM – Huron County Digital Service Squad team member Emma Hunking will be in downtown Wingham on Aug. 31, offer
Lake Huron Coastal Centre announces successful youth initiative
The 2023 summer season is wrapping up, and Coastal Conservation Youth Corps participants feel they’ve made an impact on Lake Huron’s shoreline, a press release from the coastal centre said.
Huron County’s Digital Main Street grant deadline approaching
Small businesses in Huron County are being encouraged to apply for the Digital Transformation Grant (DTG) through the Digital Main Street (DMS) program soon, as the deadline is quickly approaching.
Wingham BIA reports ‘favourable’ results from sidewalk sales
The Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) held its regular board meeting on Aug. 17, covering several recent and upcoming downtown business initiatives.
Action plan for HAF application approved by North Huron council
Economic Development Officer Demetri Makrakos reported to North Huron council on Aug. 8 about his department’s action plan for the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) application currently offered through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). The federal government announced the HAF in thei
Wingham Cemetery fence painting project complete
The Wingham Business Improvement Association (BIA) recently completed refreshing the green fence that borders the Wingham Cemetery, a project undertaken by several local volunteers.
North Huron to update noise bylaw
A recent concern from a Bristol Terrace resident in Wingham has North Huron council revisiting its noise bylaw, which currently appears to restrict noise that is primarily behaviour-based but does not address permanent noise-producing equipment like generators or includes an acceptable decibel (dB)
Motion to eliminate annual town hall public meeting defeated
A report prepared by North Huron Clerk Carson Lamb and Director of Finance Chris Townes was submitted for council’s approval at the Aug. 8 regular council meeting.
OPP requests space in downtown Wingham
Huron OPP Detachment Commander Jason Younan spoke to North Huron council at length at the Aug. 8 meeting, updating them on recent policing data in Wingham and making a special request for council to consider.
New school principal ready to welcome students back to MRES
WINGHAM – Maitland River Elementary School (MRES) has a new principal this fall, and she is excited to be here.
Greg Nadjiwon returns as Ogimaa of Neyaashiinigmiing
Greg Nadjiwon returned to his former seat as Ogimaa (Chief) of the Chippewas of Nawash after taking the last term off to rest and rejuvenate himself.
Saugeen First Nation mourns loss of esteemed elder, former chief
Tributes are pouring in for a beloved elder and former chief of the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nations, Vernon Roote, who went home to be with the ancestors on Aug. 4, 2023.
South Bruce CLC awards 2023 student bursaries to five local youth
The Community Liaison Committee (CLC) of South Bruce received a report outlining a recent review and subsequent continuation of the annual bursary program, which awards student applicants a $1,000 grant.
