WALKERTON - On Aug. 11, the chief fire official for the Municipality of Brockton issued a partial ban on open air fires (agricultural, brush, and derelict buildings) until further notice due to recent extreme temperatures and a lack of rainfall.
Four-county regional unemployment rate rose to 4.3 per cent in June
WALKERTON - In June, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.4 percentage points to 4.3%. The region continues to sit at the second lowest unemployment rate in the province. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage points
Human trafficking enforcement results across Ontario announced
ORILLIA - In recognition of World Day Against Trafficking Persons on July 30, the Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-Led Joint Forces Strategy (IJFS) is announced significant enforcement results from a series of proactive investigations conducted across Ontario.
Take precautions during hot, humid conditions
HURON/PERTH - With temperatures soaring over the past week, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) encourages residents to be prepared and to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Huron Hospice’s annual butterfly release Aug. 14, deadline to purchase approaching
HURON COUNTY - Huron Hospice invites the community to take part in their 9th annual butterfly release, happening Aug. 24 in the gardens at Bender House. Butterflies must be ordered by Aug. 15, so families are encouraged not to delay their orders.
Walk for Wenjack series begins Aug. 14
BRUCE COUNTY - The 2025 Walk for Wenjack series begins on Thursday, Aug. 14, at Cape Croker Park in Neyaashiinigmiing. Community members are invited to gather at the Arbour at 1 p.m. for a meaningful walk in reflection and solidarity.
Lippert Family $5,000 donation for X-Ray Suite
Carman and Gail Lippert, present on behalf of the Lippert Family, $5,000 donation.
Ontario government invests over $39m in Huron-Bruce municipalities for housing
The Ontario government has invested $39,448,926 in municipalities across Huron and Bruce Counties to enable residential development.
Huron Chamber of Commerce says skills development funding comes at ‘critical time’ for local employers
HURON COUNTY - The Ontario government launch of the sixth round of the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream, comes at a critical time for employers here, says the Huron County Chamber of Commerce.
Walkerton Seniors cards results
WALKERTON - Euchre scores at the Walkerton Library on Wednesday, Aug. 6.
Sunflower season brightens the fields
Blooming sunflowers can be seen in fields around the region these days.
Dallas Smith’s Unplugged tour coming to Wingham theatre
WINGHAM - Platinum-selling country artist Dallas Smith and His Band is set to bring his One Night Only (Unplugged) tour to Wingham on Nov. 30. Known for his powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence, Smith will strip things back for an intimate performance in handpicked theatres...
One fatality following motorcycle and vehicle collision Aug. 12 in North Perth
One person has died following a motor vehicle collision in the Municipality of North Perth, a police report states.
Low-cost rabies vaccination clinics return to region
Blyth Veterinary Services and Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) are once again partnering to offer three low-cost rabies vaccination clinics.
Stay alert on weather, road conditions during summer, OPP say
Due to widespread weather-related incidents including flooding, forest fires, extreme heat, and hazardous driving conditions, the OPP is urging the public to remain alert and informed by using the appropriate resources for timely updates.
