North Huron Council received two reports from Director of Fire and Emergency Services Chad Kregar regarding cross-border fire services agreements.
Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers
At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.
Heffer’s first Strong Mayor Budget backed by council
North Huron’s new strong mayor system got its first real test on Friday, Dec. 12, as Reeve Paul Heffer’s 2026 draft budget, featuring a 3.89 per cent property tax levy increase, was formally unveiled and quickly cleared its initial hurdle.
30-year-old fire truck rides off into sunset
Rescue 7 rolled into service when the Spice Girls topped the charts and dial‑up internet was still a novelty.
Former Wingham youth Keith Nethery returns to help his old parish
“It’s a special thing to be here, even though it’s just the interim priest in charge,” Rev. Keith Nethery said about his return to Wingham as the interim priest of the Ministry of Hope, stepping in to ease the transition from Rev. JoAnn Todd.
Wingham residents rediscover 1946-47 class photo
Long-time Wingham residents Gerald Marks and his wife Connie Burke were digging through some old boxes that had been stored in their basement when they came across something interesting.
North Huron CIP structural grant awarded to Echo’s of Glow
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the local economy, the Township of North Huron has awarded a $2,595 grant to Echoes of Glow for structural renovations at its downtown Wingham location.
An(other) open letter to Coun. Palmer
Thank you, North Huron Councillor Chris Palmer, for opening the door for me to talk about the subject of climate change.
North Huron council approves emergency HVAC replacement at community complex
North Huron council approved a request from Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss to replace the rooftop units and furnace/air conditioning at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon
St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…
Wingham residents crowd the streets for Santa Claus Parade
About 33 floats participated with local businesses well represented.
North Huron moves forward with $2.16M day care development
The Township of North Huron is moving forward with the South Site Day Care expansion project, approving the lowest construction bid of $2,160,400 (plus applicable taxes) from Bronnenco Construction Ltd. during the Dec. 1 council meeting.
Conservation leaders say ‘Don’t do it,’ warning of costly, ineffective merger
The Ontario government is calling the shots on conservation authority reform, even though it pays only a fraction of the bill.
Juno Award winner Aysanabee bringing acclaimed The Way We’re Born tour to Walkerton’s Victoria Jubilee Hall
WALKERTON - Two-time Juno award-winning Oji-Cree musician Aysanabee (Ace-in-abbey) is bringing his acclaimed The Way Were Born tour to Walkerton on Dec. 6 for a one-night-only show at Victoria Jubilee Hall.
North Huron Council approves less expensive renovation options for Blyth Community Centre, deputy reeve shares equity concerns
On the heels of a debate on fairness between wards inspired by an announcement regarding the Vance Fund, North Huron Council held another discussion at its Nov. 17 meeting about the future of the Blyth Arena and Community Centre (Blyth hall) and the funding to proceed with necessary upgrades.
