WINGHAM - During the March 16 North Huron Council meeting, Veolia Project Manager Scott Gowan reported 100 per cent compliance in drinking water systems for the fourth consecutive year, stating, “there were no adverse results on any of the samples.”
Seniors’ Active Living and other events coming up
NORTH HURON - From gentle Tai Chi sessions at the library to informative estate-planning workshops, North Huron is rolling out a diverse spring schedule designed to keep local seniors active and informed.
North Huron Council approves lease extension for Blyth G2G Trail
WINGHAM - North Huron Council here has approved a five-year lease extension and an amended agreement for a portion of the former Goderich to Guelph (G2G) Rail Trail.
Walking together: Bridging two worlds to protect one landscape
HURON COUNTY - Members of Neyaashiinigmiing’s Bagida’waad Alliance joined staff and volunteers from Maitland Conservation for a muddy spring walk on Mar. 26, using bird migration, the history of local trees and changing waters as starting points for collaboration, reconciliation and sharing care fo
Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026
The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.
David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025
As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.
Wingham sees a busy March break
March Break was a busy time in Wingham with plenty to do for youngsters and adults alike. On…
When war meets prophecy
Growing up in the ‘60s and ‘70s, I lived near an air-raid siren, remnants of a past where fear hovered over daily life.
Pretty plants, ugly outcomes: The high cost of invasive species
HURON/PERTH - Periwinkle, English ivy and goutweed look harmless in a backyard bed, but once they reach nearby woods, they can blanket acres. Maitland Conservation Ecologist Erin Gouthro explains how invasive species damage local forests and streams, and how to dispose of “problem plants” safely.
CIP grant will enhance accessibility
A new Wingham business, Life on a Footstool, was awarded a Community Improvement Program (CIP) grant by North Huron Council for $2,168.55 to help improve the façade and upgrade accessibility access.
Speaker shares how Amish keep food cold year-round with pond ice
During the Wingham and Area Historical Society’s first meeting of the year, Brent Bowyer described how one Amish family turns a small farm pond into their year-long refrigeration system each winter.
Madill students join protest against OSAP changes
On March 12, students at F. E. Madill joined other high schools across the region who participated in a province-wide walkout to protest changes to the Ontario Student Loan Program (OSAP) that they say will make post-secondary education unaffordable for many who already struggle to pay for school.
Local conservation voices squeezed out: MVCA chair
Rural representatives say they feel that they’re being pushed to the sidelines of Ontario’s conservation system.
Skating with the Stars in Wingham
Wingham Skating Club’s year-end showcase captured on camera.
Consultants suggest innovative solutions for North Huron lodging needs
Through A recent feasibility study, consulting firm CBRE has concluded that a traditional 60-room limited-service hotel is not economically viable in the Township of North Huron under current market conditions.
