A representative from Deloitte says the response rate from South Bruce’s recent community survey was “above average” for what the organization sees in similar surveys they conduct.
Wingham Terry Fox Run raises over $28,000
For a community the size of Wingham – 5,395 according to the 2021 Census – to raise the kind of money it does every year for the Terry Fox Foundation, is nothing short of exceptional.
Councillors ask staff to look into ways to mitigate ongoing coyote issues in Perth County
County staff are going to look into options on how to deal with coyotes.
Archives making progress in newspaper digitization project
Staff at the Stratford-Perth Archives have made a dent – albeit a rather small one – into digitizing past issues of local newspapers from across the county.
Perth County Paramedic Services expecting record year for call volumes
With eight months of 2023 in the rearview mirror, Mike Adair expects 2023 to be a record year for Perth County Paramedic Services (PCPS) in terms of call volumes.
Perth County housing needs analysis gives council plenty to think about
A study commissioned by Perth County reveals that the county is expected to realize growth of 3,200 new housing units over the next 10 years, with an overwhelming majority of those anticipated to be in North Perth.
Wingham Minor Hockey back on the ice for another season
The familiar sounds of minor hockey are once again filling the air at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex in Wingham. Teams have begun practicing for the 2023-24 season, with the U15 players taking the ice on Wednesday, Sept. 6.
Council approves request to include pool liner replacement in 2024 budget
Council has approved a staff request to include the replacement of the Howick Optimist Pool’s liner in the 2024 budget.
Howick awards gravel, winter sand tenders
Council has awarded tenders for maintenance “A” gravel and winter sand.
Council approves purchase of new brush chipper
Council has given its stamp of approval to allow public works to purchase a new brush chipper.
Morris-Turnberry to move forward with culvert replacement on Kieffer Line
Council has given public works the green light to proceed with a culvert replacement on Kieffer Line.
Councillor concerned about speeding in Belgrave
Coun. Sharen Zinn asked council and staff on Sept. 5 to look at ways to reduce speeding in the village of Belgrave.
Morris-Turnberry looking to recover some fire response costs from insurance companies
In a time where every organization is seeking efficiencies and looking to maximize revenue, the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry has opted to look at one way to recover some costs related to fire response.
Splendid speeding solution
Anyone who follows the news, such as you fine readers, or follows local politics will know that one of the most common issues brought to municipal council is speeding on local roadways.
A run in with a flock of seagulls
Surely all of us can think of a time – or seven – where life has, for a lack of a better term, crapped on you.