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.
Fundraiser for breakfast/snack clubs smashes previous record
From yard sales to barbecues, the Independent Motorcycle Club’s (MC) annual fundraising efforts have provided funding to local school breakfast/snack clubs for 14 years, beginning with a $500 donation in 2009.
Revised Ice In/Ice Out Policy at Wescast Community Complex to include conditions
Director of Recreation Vicki Luttenburger presented a revised Ice In/Ice Out Policy to North Huron council on April 3, which includes updated conditions favourable for minor sports organizations.
North Huron lends support to Bill 5
Coun. Anita Van Hittersum pulled an item from the correspondence to North Huron council, requesting that they send a letter of support to the Ontario government for Bill 5 - Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act.
Three North Huron employees appear on ‘Sunshine List’
Three employees of the Township of North Huron have been named on the annual “Sunshine List.”
North Huron council formally approves budget in recorded vote
The Township of North Huron held its statutory public meeting related to the 2023 budget on April 3, despite the absence of the Director of Finance, Chris Townes, who was ill, according to Reeve Paul Heffer.
