As the world slowly peeks out from behind closed doors and restrictions ease, two local venues opened their doors for spring markets, bringing some sunshine to the region.
Belmore Maple Syrup Festival returns after two-year hiatus
The annual Maple Syrup Festival in Belmore was back on April 9, after a two-year hiatus, with a drive-thru style event, bringing people back to the tiny hamlet to enjoy the famous, home-made pancakes and sausages.
Borehole drilling completed in two potential locations
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) announced the completion of their deep borehole drilling projects in both Teeswater and Ignace.
New, unique service in midwestern Ontario
Kayla Lowry is turning her love and passion for horses into a dream come true, creating a unique and magical business that will provide lasting memories for years to come.
Huron County lifts state of emergency
HURON COUNTY – Huron County has declared its state of emergency is over. Warden Glen McNeil made…
Mixed reactions follow papal remorse
Pope Francis told a delegation of Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit people that he was sorry for some bad apples who ran the residential schools, but he fell short of apologizing on behalf of the church for the horrors that happened behind closed doors at these institutions.
Huron County gearing up for construction season
Road resurfacing, bridge repairs, and culvert replacements are sure signs that construction season is returning. Huron County is gearing up for the inevitable summer headaches for drivers, awarding several contracts at the regular county council meeting on March 23.
Huron County offering information sessions on how to help Ukraine
The Huron County Library and the Huron County Immigration Partnership are uniting to host Ukraine information sessions throughout April after receiving several requests from residents on how to help the people of Ukraine.
New vehicles for community paramedicine program approved by Huron County council
The Community Paramedicine (CP) program received authorization from county council to purchase three 2022 Chevrolet Equinox AWD vehicles from Huron Motor Products for $108,418.98, using some of the Community Paramedic Long-Term Care (CPLTC) funding.
Committee members appointed to represent Maitland Conservation
Maitland Conservation (MC) appointed its 2022 board representatives to the various committees requiring representation during March’s regular board meeting.
Maitland Conservation approves budget, work plan
The 2022-23 annual budget for Maitland Conservation (MC) was among the items on the agenda at the first regular board meeting chaired by North Perth councillor Matt Duncan.
Blyth BIA board members appointed for 2022
The Blyth Business Improvement Association (BBIA) informed North Huron council of its new 2022 board members in a letter dated March 14.
Huron County approves remote patient monitoring agreement
Paramedics in the region are getting a new tool that will allow patients with chronic conditions to remain in the comfort of their own homes and still receive medical monitoring.
Morris-Turnberry hoping to return to in-person meetings amid confusing announcements
Councillors from Morris-Turnberry agreed to wait until May to return to in-person meetings, choosing caution after receiving a COVID-19 update from CAO Trevor Hallam at the March 15 council meeting.
Morris-Turnberry council passes 2022 budget
The 2022 budget for Morris-Turnberry passed unanimously on March 15. Councillors praised Treasurer Sean Brophy for his efforts to bring down the average household tax increase.
