At the June 2 regular council meeting, North Huron’s Economic Development Officer Ritu Bhardwaj requested council approval for a Commercial Façade Improvement Grant to be awarded to the owner of Jewelz’ Designz and A Touch of Dutch stores located at 206 Josephine Street in Wingham.
Blue Box program regulations transitioning to full producer responsibility; North Huron weighs options
Whitelaw Waste Consulting President Brad Whitelaw spoke with North Huron councillors at the July 2 regular council meeting regarding the Blue Box recycling program, which is undergoing a provincial regulation change, and provided information on the transition process.
North Huron Council supports Bruce County’s request for Ontario Ministry of Health to pause service level reductions
On June 24, the County of Bruce sent a letter to the Ontario Ministry of Health’s Deputy Premier Sylvia Jones, requesting a pause on all planned and future service level reductions and closures at hospitals in the Bruce, Grey, and Huron regions.
New owner of Stainton Hardware joins Wingham BIA board of directors
The Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) chair Dave Tiffin, requested approval from North Huron council to appoint a new board member after the sudden resignation of one of their directors.
Huron County announces launch of Bridge Housing and Stability Program
County council has announced the launch of the Bridge Housing and Stability Program, which will begin in November and will further Huron County’s ongoing work to prevent and address homelessness.
Josephine Street businesses encouraged to apply to Community Improvement Fund
Wingham BIA Chair Dave Tiffin is reminding Josephine Street business owners that North Huron has a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grants program and encourages building owners or tenants within the CIP project area to apply.
When life hands you lemons…make lemonade
As many of you know, my husband and I have been making plans to move to BC for several years, and up until Monday night, we thought those plans were finally coming to fruition.
Bridget McKee named 2024 Homecoming Ambassador
The 2024 Wingham Homecoming celebrations began Thursday evening , June 27, with the Homecoming Ambassador competition at F. E. Madill Secondary School.
Wingham BIA Bucks program changing
The Wingham BIA Bucks program is undergoing a procedural change, according to a press release from BIA Treasurer Doug Kuyvenhoven.
Maitland Conservation Foundation hosts appreciation luncheon
On June 19, the Maitland Conservation Foundation (MCF) hosted its annual donor appreciation luncheon at the Brussels Four Winds Barn.
SuperDogs wow crowd in Teeswater
The Global Pet Foods SuperDogs wowed their way into the audience’s hearts in Teeswater during a show here on June 19.
National Indigenous Peoples Day
As Canada commemorated National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the Alexandra Eagles (Alexandra Community School) hosted their first powwow
Emergency funding granted for Wescast Community Complex
Interim Director of Public Works and Facilities Chip Wilson presented a report to council here on June 17, requesting emergency funding for the Dectron Unit (dehumidifier) at the Wescast Community Complex after a power surge on May 1 damaged the unit.
RCMP Musical Ride trots into Teeswater
The RCMP Musical Ride trotted into Teeswater on June 19, bringing an estimated 4,500 spectators to the small farming town.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 commemorated Decoration Day with special honours
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 commemorated Decoration Day 2024 with special honours to esteemed First World War One flying ace Lt. Col. Andrew McKeever on June 22 at the Fairview Cemetery in Listowel.
