Construction on new Blyth facility slated to begin in mid-March.
Province announces local investments; North Huron recipient of three major grants
A recent funding allocation from the Ontario government is a welcome and timely announcement, according to North Huron CAO Nelson Santos.
Individuals arrested at meeting after refusing to adhere to bylaw
Two individuals were arrested during the Feb. 2 regular North Huron council meeting after refusing to adhere to a township bylaw that prohibits audio/video recordings during meetings.
North Huron department heads submit final 2025 quarterly reports
WINGHAM - Department heads with the Township of North Huron have released their fourth quarter 2025 quarterly report, detailing key achievements, ongoing initiatives, and plans.
Community prepares for fifth annual CNOY walk in Wingham
WINGHAM - Residents of the northern Huron and area are once again preparing to bundle up and step out into the winter chill for the 2026 Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk. Scheduled for Sat. Feb. 28, the event aims to raise critical funds and awareness for local individuals experiencing homeless
Wingham BIA announce AGM date
WINGHAM - The Annual general meeting (AGM) of the Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) will be held on Thurs. Feb. 19 in the small lounge at the Wingham Columbus Centre, located at the North Huron Community Complex.
Blyth NYE Fireworks Show rescheduled to Family Day weekend
WINGHAM - The Blyth New Year’s Eve Drive-In Fireworks Show has been rescheduled to Friday. Feb. 13, the Blyth Community Betterment (BCB) committee announced recently.
UWHP’s Social Research and Planning Council releases findings from recent ‘cost of housing’ survey
STRATFORD - The United Way Huron-Perth (UWHP) Social Research and Planning Council’s latest report paints a picture of the housing crisis in Perth-Huron, where residents are struggling to afford basic necessities, facing displacement, and calling for urgent action to address the lack of affordable h
‘Patients first’ says LWHA CEO on request for partial use of hospital parking lot
What began as a routine request for temporary parking lot space has turned into a debate over who should shoulder the inconvenience of Wingham’s water tower project, as the local hospital’s CEO defends keeping spaces for patients while leaving the door open to a smaller, shorter‑term compromise.
North Huron Council approves 2026 community group donation requests
Each year, through the budget process, North Huron Council allocates dollars to select community groups, provided the organization submits a request to the town clerk by the deadline, which was Nov. 1, 2025, for this year’s budget.
Indigenous knowledge more important than ever
As we watch world order disintegrate right before our very eyes, non-native people should likely start paying more attention to the Indigenous Peoples of this land.
Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring
Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.
Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).
Council seeks discussion with hospital officials over use of parking area for standpipe project
After learning that the Wingham and District Hospital board has rejected a request for temporary laydown space in its parking lot, needed for the municipality’s standpipe project, North Huron council has directed staff to pursue a new approach.
Beard rescinds retirement during critical time for MVCA
Maitland Conservation (MC) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Phil Beard has rescinded his plan to retire due to the provincial restructuring proposal for Conservation Authorities and the resulting uncertainty.
