Coun. Lonnie Whitfield pulled two items from the correspondence received for information by North Huron council during the Dec.4 council meeting.
Townes: New fees and charges bylaw intends to reduce costs to taxpayers
Chris Townes, director of finance for North Huron, said that during the Nov. 20 meeting, North Huron councillors did not ask him to provide information regarding which municipalities he contacted in the alleged research to compare recreation fees and charges before updating the 2024 fee schedule.
Snow removal concerns discussed at council
A complaint from a Wingham resident sparked a discussion about snow removal policies at the end of the regular North Huron council meeting on Dec. 4, leading to an unplanned notice of motion to review the current snow removal policy in North Huron.
Wingham business wins award for barrier-free design
The winners of the 2023 Barrier Free Design in the Private and Public Sector, as well as the winner of the 2023 Accessibility Champion Award, were announced on Nov. 20 by the Huron County Accessibility Advisory Committee (HCAAC).
Maitland River Christmas Market, Nov. 25
Maitland River Christmas Market was held on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham. The event had fun activities for kids, jewelry, clothing, books, skincare, sewing, toys, quilts, bags, wreaths, ornaments and much more.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Wingham Santa Claus Parade
The 2023 Lions Club of Wingham Santa Claus Parade was a great success on Saturday, Nov. 25 - plenty of floats, beautiful blue skies, and a large turnout on Wingham’s main street. The parade featured fair royalty, local athletes. businesses and service groups, as well as Santa Claus making a special
North Huron council passes amended 2024 fees and charges bylaw
The Wingham Town Hall Theatre filled up quickly for the Nov. 20 North Huron council meeting, where councillors were set to vote on the 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw.
Sultans of String collaboration with Indigenous, Métis and Inuit musicians a magical performance
The Sultans of String, along with Indigenous collaborators Marc Meriläinen, Shannon Thunderbird and Alyssa Delbaere-Sawchuk, with virtual appearances by Dr. Duke Redbird, Kendra Tagoona/Tracy Sarazin and Northern Cree, are currently on tour promoting their album, Walking Through the Fire.
MPAC updates council on property assessment framework
Jeremy Gough, account manager for the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), appeared as a delegation to North Huron council at the Oct. 20 special meeting to provide information about MPAC’s role in property assessment in Ontario.
Maitland Conservation board members review three-year work plan, watershed strategy
Maitland Conservation (MC) members reviewed the draft three-year work plan and watershed strategy at their regular board meeting held on Oct. 11 in Wroxeter.
Wingham Town Hall ramp construction at a stand-still
Over a year after the construction began, fencing remains around the front yard of North Huron town hall and the new ramps remain inaccessible. The township has not provided any updates or timelines for the completion of the project.
Goderich deputy mayor sworn in as new county councillor
Goderich Deputy Mayor Leah Noel took the oath of office and was formally sworn in as the newest county councillor on Oct. 18.
Construction on apartment complex in Wingham progressing
The new apartment building located at the former Wingham Trailer Park grounds is moving along nicely. Earlier this month, the roof went on the building, bringing the apartments closer to completion.
Huron County launches recruitment campaign
Huron County Children’s Services staff and management have been working on new initiatives that could help recruit and retain childcare and early childhood education (ECE) workers in the area.
Council hears 2024 budget survey results
Residents of North Huron rank property taxes and infrastructure as top concerns, with a diverse range of age groups and long-term residents prevalent, according to the results of a recent survey by the township.
