During the May 21 regular council meeting, North Huron councillors discussed a request from the Multi-Municipal Energy Working Group (MMEWG), for the township to reaffirm its position not to host wind turbines, originally declared in 2013.
Popular Indigenous musicians to headline Huron County Multicultural Festival
The Huron County Multicultural Festival recently announced an expanded two-day event, which will be kicked off on Fri. June 28 by the popular Indigenous duo, husband-and-wife team, ShoShona Kish and Raven Kanatakta, better known as Digging Roots.
Wingham Homecoming 2024 a community-driven event: organizer
The 2024 Wingham Homecoming celebration is approaching quickly, and organizer Joe Carter is overwhelmed with the support he and his wife Heidi have received since announcing they would take over organizing the event late last year.
North Huron Council approves amendment to ice in/out policy
Director of Recreation and Children’s Services Kelly Steiss presented a report to North Huron Council on May 6, highlighting the success of last year’s exemption to the regular ice season at the arena in Wingham.
Your local tax dollars working to keep North Huron Firefighters safe
NORTH HURON—On May 16, the North Huron Fire Department (NHFD) received a significant boost to its…
Blyth Ladies Baseball League moving on to cheaper fields
The Blyth Ladies Baseball League wants a better deal on ball diamonds and is moving on to cheaper fields.
Voting day set for DGR referendum in South Bruce
South Bruce Council approved a bylaw authorizing the “submission of a question” to the municipality’s electors through a referendum, subsequently setting dates for advanced voting and voting day.
Trout Unlimited Canada proposes ‘Cooling Streams Program” at former Witter’s Pond site
MILDMAY—On April 23, a Trout Unlimited Canada delegation proposed to South Bruce Council to plant…
Wingham BIA clarifies position on Town Hall Theatre
The operation parameters of the Wingham Town Hall Theatre were openly discussed at the April 2 regular North Huron council meeting, but a decision on how to proceed was deferred to a later date after BIA Chair Dave Tiffin requested more time for a constructive conversation.
Abandoned Wescast employees hold protest over $10 million in payments owed to workers
It’s been nine months since Wescast Industries shuttered its doors, laying off 180 workers from its Wingham-based foundry with a promise that the closure would be temporary.
Independent MC thanks community for ongoing breakfast club support
WINGHAM—The Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) was back in the community on Friday, April 19,…
Tipi-raising event held near Gowanstown
Kaswentha/Two Row Now, a group of Indigenous and local allies who have been gathering information and creating events designed to address Truth and Reconciliation in the Huron-Perth areas, has reached a significant milestone.
MC Board reviews changes to Conservation Authority Act
The Maitland Conservation (MC) board of directors reviewed the results of the new singular Conservation Authority Regulations that now replaces MVCA’s previous Regulations (Ontario Regulation 164/06 and R.R.O. Reg 117) and associated changes to the Conservation Authorities Act at the regular MC boar
Wingham restaurant owner back in court
Stephen Hill, owner of Buck and Jo’s restaurant in downtown Wingham, was back in court on Apr. 15 for the second part of his appeal hearing.
Wingham hospital auxiliary holds spring rummage sale
The Auxiliary to Wingham & District Hospital hosted its annual spring rummage sale at Wingham Legion Branch 180 on April 17 - 18. The sale featured a wide variety of gently used items, including clothing, household goods, and electronics, all available for purchase.
