2025 was a busy year for economic development, according to South Bruce Economic Development Officer Rhonda Niesen.
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Listowel Agricultural Hall hosts Women of Distinction Awards
LISTOWEL - North Perth Women of Distinction Awards were presented at the Blue Jeans & Bling event held on Nov. 8 at the Listowel Agricultural Hall.
Lune Rise Farms celebrates five years of sustainable, regenerative cannabis farming in South Bruce
When Lune Rise Farms opened its doors in 2020, brothers Marty and CJ Johnston were on a mission to save their family farm by transforming six of the 150 acres of farmland just outside of Teeswater from standard agricultural crops to cannabis.
Local postpartum doula offers holistic support for new parents
This hidden landscape of post-delivery life is part of local postpartum doula Alyssa Sampson’s focus.
Budget 2025: What it means for Huron County businesses
The 2025 Federal Budget arrived with a promise to tilt policy toward investment, productivity, and long-run growth.
CIP grant awarded to local business
The Council of the Township of North Huron has approved an $8,000 grant to support the expansion of Pick a Posie Vintage, a local business located at 345 Queen Street, Blyth.
Morris-Turnberry Council authorizes sale of land to Hodgins Building Centre
Council here approved a motion to authorize the sale of municipality-owned lands to Hodgins Building Centre, a local business with locations in Wingham and Lucknow, at its Nov. 4 regular council meeting, part of the concluding steps to wrap up the sale that’s been in the works since the summer.
Business Excellence Awards celebrate meaningful change in North Perth
LISTOWEL - Over 140 guests gathered at Parkview Gardens for the annual Business Excellence Awards, hosted by the North Perth Chamber of Commerce.
Listowel Gardens celebrates completion of structural framework
LISTOWEL - Already completing milestones, Listowel Gardens held a topping-off celebration on Oct. 16, marking the completion of the apartment building’s structural framework.
Changes coming to North Perth commercial, industrial recycling
LISTOWEL - Local businesses will soon see a change in their recycling pickup schedule, as well as a new red lid on their blue boxes.
‘I Am Huron’ awards recognize newcomers, immigrants in county
WINGHAM - Two business owners in Wingham were recently recognized through the I Am Huron awards, which honours immigrants and newcomers for making a difference in their communities.
Simply Celebrate You boutique recognizes fifth year in business with fashion show
LISTOWEL - Simply Celebrate You fashion boutique hosted its fifth anniversary fashion show at the Listowel Ag Hall on Sept. 28.
Wingham Home Hardware holds official grand opening
A ribbon cutting event and a presentation of a commemorative gold saw were the events of the day..
Local developer denied appeal of ministry’s decision regarding noise from Erie Meats
LISTOWEL - Earlier this year, the Ministry of Environment granted Erie Meats Products Ltd. eight years to address noise emitted from the factory. These changes were part of an approval granted to the factory because “there were some plans for changes, and expansions on the plant,” according to Env
Local car dealer receives highest industry honour
LISTOWEL - Local business-owner and Dealer Principal Brent Ravelle has received the highest honour for car dealers in the country.
