County councillors are advocating for a review of and improvements to the Cannabis Act and current legislative framework for cannabis in Canada after receiving correspondence from an Elgin County resident seeking help with a large-scale marijuana operation next door to her home.
South Bruce CLC hears updated plans for transportation of used nuclear fuel
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) reviewed its transportation plan for nuclear waste with the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) during the education portion of their monthly meeting on Feb. 2.
Stories from the lodge
This is a story told by the Onkwehón:we and it tells how the Great Law and the Great Tree of Peace came to be.
Verdict in court case between HPPH, Wingham restaurant expected Feb. 28
A date was set on Jan. 31 to hear the verdict in the trial of Stephen and Joanne Hill, owners of Buck and Jo’s Restaurant in downtown Wingham, who allegedly failed to comply with an order from the region’s medical officer of health on Nov. 12, 2021.
North Huron to look at using reserve funds to decrease budget impact
A possible solution for the significant tax increase anticipated in North Huron was on the agenda at the Feb. 6 regular council meeting. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, councillors opted to defer the discussion to their next meeting.
Next steps for North Huron Museum deaccessioning underway
Vicki Luttenburger, North Huron’s director of recreation and community services, presented a report to North Huron council on Feb. 6 updating councillors on the deaccession process for artifacts housed at the North Huron Museum, including an environmental assessment of the building.
Enbridge Gas donates smoke/CO alarms to Fire Department of North Huron
On Feb. 2, Enbridge Gas Inc., the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) and the Fire Department of North Huron announced they are working together to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.
North Huron council receives over 40 letters about budget deliberations
North Huron council received so many letters from community members regarding current budget deliberations that they had to be presented in a spreadsheet.
IN PHOTOS: Listowel Hockey Days 2023
The inaugural Listowel Hockey Days event was held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex in Listowel on Jan. 28-29, with most of the Listowel Minor Hockey Association in action over the course of its two-day running.
Maitland Conservation board reviews more changes, effects of Bill 23
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members received additional information about the changes and effects that Bill 23 is having on conservation authorities, with this month’s focus on conserving natural heritage.
Enbridge Gas presents Huron East Fire Department with $5,000 cheque
Enbridge Gas, the Huron East Fire Department, and the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) held a media event on Jan. 30 to announce a $5,000 grant to purchase firefighting training materials.
The Sisterhood Studio opens in Wingham
Melissa Sklad believes that girls should be who and what they want to be. This is the inspiration behind Wingham’s newest small business, The Sisterhood Studio.
Howson Dam and Pond Citizens Committee chairperson reacts to budget talks
Rennie Alexander, chairperson for the Howson Dam and Pond Citizens Committee, expressed his frustrations with North Huron council when asked for a reaction to the recent budget talks and the recent contract awarded to Roubos Farm Services Ltd. for $1,036,777.60 to remove the Howson Dam.
Huron County successful in second round of Tourism Relief Funding
Rick Sickinger, economic development officer for Huron County, presented a report to county councillors on Jan. 18 informing them of the economic development department’s successful application to the second round of Tourism Relief Funding, which will provide funds to begin the launch of a new maple
F.E. Madill snack program seeking assistance
Lisa Jackson, teacher and snack program coordinator at F.E. Madill Secondary School, is seeking additional help with the food program.
