The Wingham Business Improvement Association (BIA) held its regular monthly meeting on April 20 at the Hot Stove Lounge in the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
Wingham BIA to honour Leland and Thora Vance for generosity
The Wingham Business Improvement Area (BIA) board members discussed how to properly honour the late Leland and Thora Vance for the generous $7 million fund they set up at the Waterloo Region Community Foundation.
Film viewing inspires community building workshop
The Wingham Community Connectors held a community building event at Maitland River Elementary School on April 18 that began by watching the award-winning feature film The Great Disconnect.
Wingham oncology clinic’s patients are more than just numbers
A diagnosis of any type of cancer can be a frightening experience full of unknowns, unfamiliar doctors, and medications that can make you feel very ill.
North Huron Town Hall renos near completion
Upgrades to the North Huron Town Hall in Wingham are nearing completion, after a short break for winter weather.
Spring clean up
Foodland owner Bruce Armstrong and staff member Ryan took advantage of the nice weather on Saturday, April 15 to clean up the litter on the empty lot next to the grocery store.
Musical Muskrat Festival to return this year
North Huron council approved a motion from Denise Lockie, community engagement coordinator, adopting an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Musical Muskrat Festival, a popular annual event that ran for 18 years until COVID restrictions halted in-person activities.
Wingham BIA lays out 2023 beautification plans
The Wingham Business Improvement Association (BIA) appeared as a delegation at North Huron’s council meeting on April 17 to update them on their 2023 beautification projects.
Neyaashiinigmiing man struck and killed by suspected drunk driver in Las Vegas
On April 4, Heidi Elliott received news that broke her heart – a call that nobody ever wants to get, telling her of the unexpected and tragic death of her beloved husband and best friend, Geewadin Elliott.
Chippewas of Saugeen prevail in court
A long and exhausting land claim dispute has been decided, and the outcome is much different this time.
South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team holds two-day event in Teeswater
The South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team held a two-day forum event at the Teeswater-Culross Community Center on April 4 and April 5. The event included several speakers, panelists, and experts from the nuclear industry in Canada and worldwide.
‘The Great Disconnect’ showing in Wingham, April 18
A film that looks at community well-being, achieving optimal health, and overcoming loneliness and social isolation will be screened at Maitland River Elementary School on Tuesday, April 18, followed by a discussion.
Easter Bunny visits Wingham
The Easter Bunny stopped by Cruickshank Park in Wingham on Saturday, April 8 to deliver some sweet treats and wish all the children a Happy Easter.
Belmore Maple Syrup Festival serves nearly 5,000 people
The 2023 Belmore Maple Syrup Festival was held on Thursday, April 6 and Saturday, April 8 at the Belmore Community Centre, and this year’s event saw the return of an in-person gathering, adding to the success.
2024 Wingham Homecoming may still happen
A local couple in Wingham has begun trying to restore the planning of Wingham’s 2024 Homecoming, reaching out to current and past townspeople to generate interest and seeking volunteers to finish the planning.
