The Howick Fire Department has been awarded $10,000 from Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) Agri-Spirit Funding.
Council approves funding for Formosa multi-use pad
A covered multi-use pad is coming to Formosa, and just in time for the community’s homecoming celebration next year.
Referendum on DGR will not occur until NWMO studies are completed, hosting agreement drafted
Council decided they want to see the results of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) studies – and what a hosting agreement would look like – before allowing the community to vote on their willingness to host the NWMO’s deep geological repository (DGR).
Media’s missed moment
I can’t be the only one who watches more TV during this time of year. My excuse for this rather lazy habit is typically the weather. I often tell myself, “It’s too cold and stormy to go out.” Then I plop myself into my spot on the couch and remain there for the rest of the night. Sometimes sleeping
Saugeen Conservation’s 2022 budget proposes 6.07 per cent increase
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) General Manager, Jennifer Stephens presented the 2022 budget to Howick council on Dec. 7.
Council shares sticker shock from proposed Teeswater Medical Clinic project
Councillors pointed out several holes in the Teeswater Medical Clinic budget at the Nov. 30 meeting. Ultimately, council said they need more time to consider the NWMO Near Term Investment request of $600,000 and municipal contribution of $300,000.
South Bruce council requests a third report on proposed municipal vehicle purchases
Staff reintroduced their concerns about the shortage of municipal vehicles but were met with yet another request for further information from council.
Ironmen return home with two wins over Bulldogs, Hawks
The Wingham Ironmen hit the road last weekend and returned home with two wins, 4-3 over the Kincardine Bulldogs, and 8-3 over the Walkerton Hawks.
Coldest Night of the Year to take place in Wingham on Feb. 26
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is encouraging northern Huron County and residents from the surrounding area to bundle up and raise money for the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk.
Washboard Union discuss ‘Everbound For Your Town’ tour ahead of Wingham date
Washboard Union is set to bring their latest tour to the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Jan. 31, 2022. The tour stop will showcase their latest album Everbound. Leading up to the tour date, the Wingham Advance Times (WAT) interviewed Aaron Grain (AG) from the JUNO award-winning three-part harmony.
Donna White shares gratitude for her 35-year career in municipal government
The only Director of Finance the Municipality of North Huron has ever known is retiring.
Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment Committee asks South Bruce for $21K for 2022
The Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment committee has set a budget of $85,000 for 2022.
Council addresses letter about lack of Remembrance Day service in Teeswater
A Teeswater community member expressed the hurt she felt when the Municipality of South Bruce did not host a Remembrance Day ceremony in Teeswater on Nov. 11.
South Bruce vaccination policy delayed
A survey was issued to South Bruce municipal staff to provide an opportunity to voluntarily disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status. The results showed that less than 20 per cent of all employees chose to disclose this information.
Wingham Golf and Curling Club hosts World Curling Tour event
The Wingham Golf and Curling Club hosted the World Curling Tour's Part II Bistro Ladies Classic from Nov. 26-28.
