The Township of North Huron is holding its second career fair on Oct. 4; staff finding it prudent to host a follow-up event to build upon the July job fair and the August Centre of Employment and Learning (CEL) information session.
Volunteers needed: UWPH, WCC to hold second volunteer fair in Wingham
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) and the Wingham Community Connectors (WCC) are combining forces again, preparing to host their second volunteer fair on Sunday, Sept. 24, at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
Mutual Aid Fire Department Water Games held in Monkton
The North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) hosted the Perth County Mutual Aid Fire Department Water Games on Sunday, Sept. 10 at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex in Monkton.
Milverton community holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for All Wheels Park
A brand-new skatepark in Milverton officially opened on Sept. 9, and the community’s kids are over the moon about it.
‘Sooner or later, we’ve got to stop dividing up little pieces of land’
Applications to sever land is a regular agenda item at many council meetings; most either get approved or denied, but on Sept. 6 at the regular Huron County council meeting, one particular application met some pretty stiff opposition from several councillors.
Community Façade grant awarded to Josephine Street business
Another facelift to a downtown business is coming after the owner of 241 – 243 Josephine St. was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Community Façade Improvement grant program.
North Huron seeking feedback on 2024 budget
The Township of North Huron announced the date for their Strategic Planning Open House and Town Hall Public Meeting, which they will hold on the same day, Sept. 25, at the Belgrave Community Centre from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.
IN PHOTOS: Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association holds 62nd reunion in Blyth
The small town of Blyth was once again a bustling metropolis for a few days as the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association held its 62nd annual reunion on the Blyth Community Centre grounds.
North Huron to increase mileage rate for staff, council
North Huron councillors will not see an increase in their honorariums this year, but adjustments to the Employee Business Expenses Policy were made at the Sept. 5 regular council meeting.
Staff to report on possible Blyth soccer pitch
A delegation representing the Blyth Kids Club appeared before North Huron council on Sept. 5, requesting approval to use land within the Blyth Community Centre grounds “to facilitate a proper soccer pitch.”
Indigenous collaboration of artists drops new album, announce Canadian tour with stop in Walkerton
A group of Indigenous media makers, musicians and elders who call themselves the Sultans of String announced the release of their newest album, Walking Through The Fire, along with the launch of a Canadian tour, which includes a stop in Walkerton on Nov. 12.
Huron County residents invited to share recipes for community cookbook
Huron County residents are invited to share favourite family recipes through a new community art project that ignites multicultural and social conversations through the love of art and food.
The High Kings headed for Wingham
Ireland’s leading folk band, The High Kings, announced their first-ever Canadian tour dates, including a stop at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Sept. 24.
Elvis tribute artist coming to town in October
Don’t wait to get your tickets for the upcoming ‘Suspicious Minds” tour featuring internationally acclaimed Elvis tribute artist, Steve Michaels at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Oct. 21.
Wingham gears up for 36th annual Terry Fox Run
For the second year, Scott Miller and Steve Jackson are organizing Wingham’s annual Terry Fox Run after taking over for Dale and Linda Edgar, who retired in 2022 after 35 years of promoting this important event.
