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Rachel Hammermueller

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New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Local News, Wingham Advance Times

The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting. 

Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.

Assault charge withdrawn in Mills case

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident charged in connection with an altercation in February resulting in North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, had one charge – Assault Causing Bodily Harm – dropped by the Crown.

Temporary parking changes to Carling Terrace

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

At its July 20 regular council meeting, North Huron council carried a motion to temporarily amend a bylaw to allow for parking on certain sections of Carling Terrace, in order to facilitate the construction of the Wingham standpipe, in the hospital parking area. 

Ministry responds to municipal concerns over conservation authority amalgamation

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

In the wake of the province’s decision to combine local conservation authorities into larger-governed ones, Morris-Turnberry council has received a response from Environment Canada.

Local mother’s initiative leads to sensory kits in OPP cruisers across Ontario

Rachel Hammermueller July 23, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Police, Rural

LISTOWEL – Across Ontario, OPP are now equipped with specially crafted sensory kits to help…

Council supports economic development through immigration

Rachel Hammermueller July 16, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Council here carried a motion to support Huron County’s Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) program, for 2026-27.

North Huron fire department focuses on scenario, safety training

Rachel Hammermueller July 16, 2026Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Fire Department of North Huron sent out its monthly report, outlining their activities in May.

Council discusses future of Galbraith Memorial Gates, suggests public committee

Rachel Hammermueller July 16, 2026Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Morris-Turnberry council discussed the recent dismantling of the Galbraith Memorial Gates at their council meeting July 7, and what comes next, at the request of Mayor Jamie Heffer. 

Crown position in Mills case expected July 20

Rachel Hammermueller July 16, 2026Local News, News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

George Mills, the individual arrested in connection with an incident where North Huron Deputy Mayor Kevin Falconer sustained injuries and was hospitalized in February, was for the fourth time before a judge at the Ontario Court of Justice downtown Goderich July 13.

Bluevale hosts fishing derby

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Columns, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Bluevale Fishing Derby took place at the Bluevale Dam July 5, with lots of children casting…

Atwood braves the heat for Canada Day celebration

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, Rural

Atwood’s biggest event of the year – Canada Day – saw onlookers arriving in droves with sun…

Howick’s 170th Homecoming packed three days with events for all ages

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Howick’s 170th Homecoming, July 3-5, was packed with back-to-back events spanning the township.…

Junior Legionnaires take the win Friday night

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Listowel Banner, Rural, Sports

The Junior Legionnaires hosted the Kincardine Cardinals July 3 evening, taking the win with a final…

Huron Perth United U18 defeat London Dinamo F.C, advance to next round

Rachel Hammermueller July 9, 2026Contests, Listowel Banner, Local News, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron Perth United U18 team faced London Dinamo F.C. on July 4 in the Ontario Cup Quarter…

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

See all Kincardine area articles.

Alzheimer society announces new executive director

STRATFORD – The Alzheimer Society of Huron and Perth (ASHP) recently announced Tracey Jones as its new executive director.

Panthers beach volleyball season soon coming to close, tournaments underway

Junior Panthers teams battled it out over a string of tournament games held under bright skies and…

See all Listowel area articles.

Regional effort to strengthen physician recruitment

TEESWATER – The Municipality of South Bruce is joining a formal agreement with neighbouring municipalities, health organizations and community partners to support the recruitment and retention of physicians across northern Huron and southern Bruce counties.

South Bruce searches for new integrity commissioner

TEESWATER – Finding a new integrity commissioner may prove challenging for South Bruce, as staff prepare to seek proposals after hearing some firms do not have the capacity to take on additional municipalities.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Walkerton Homecoming – parade floats o plenty

The parade at this month’s Walkerton Homecoming featured the community’s best and brightest in all forms.

Ministry issues order for Pinkerton dam repair

WALKERTON – The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued an order for repair of the Pinkerton dam. Brockton CAO Sonya Watson received word of the action just as the Herald-Times was going to press on Aug. 11. Mayor Chris Peabody said the order requires work to be done this year.

See all Walkerton area articles.

One local representative set for new conservation board

As the provincially-mandated amalgamation of conservation areas looms, Maitland Conservation (MC) is continuing its campaign of awareness of the realities and shifts that will take place.

Huron plowing match coming to Morris-Turnberry in its ninety-eighth year

The 98th Annual Huron County Ploughing Match will be in Huron County Aug. 20-21, at 41936 Howick-Turnberry Road, Morris-Turnberry.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

Here we go again with the value of the Sunshine List

If you read last week’s Listowel Banner you will have seen that North Perth Coun. Allan Rothwell, a retired government employee, thinks the public salary disclosure (also known as the Sunshine List) needs to be adjusted for inflation.

Community newspaper publishers need fair rates, quality service from Canada Post

Community newspaper publishers are asking the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Québec Lieutenant, to direct Canada Post to offer publishers the same rate it offers to the country’s dominant flyer printer.

Columnists

One local representative set for new conservation board

By Rachel Hammermueller

As the provincially-mandated amalgamation of conservation areas looms, Maitland Conservation (MC) is continuing its campaign of awareness of the realities and shifts that will take place.

Huron plowing match coming to Morris-Turnberry in its ninety-eighth year

By Rachel Hammermueller

The 98th Annual Huron County Ploughing Match will be in Huron County Aug. 20-21, at 41936 Howick-Turnberry Road, Morris-Turnberry.

McKee Tattoo in downtown Wingham holds tenth anniversary celebration Aug. 7

By Rachel Hammermueller

“This day is also dedicated to the memory of our founder, Sheldon McKee,” a social media post from the business details.

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