Atwood hosted its annual Remembrance Day service on Sunday, Nov. 5.
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‘If they could only get along’
For Tim Poole, the past month of conflict in Gaza have brought back many memories.
Kate Vanderhorst featured speaker at recent Historical Society meeting
At a recent well-attended public meeting of the Wingham & Area Historical Society in the Alice Munro Public Library, Kate Vanderhorst was the featured speaker.
Memories of Wingham: Elgin Johnston, Part 2
This is the eighth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors. Elgin Johnston (1915-2018) lived his whole life north of Wingham, in Turnberry Township, in the same brick house he was born in – a house built in 1895 by
Sacred Heart CWL hosts Family Fun Fest, Oct. 28
The Sacred Heart Catholic Women's League on Oct. 28 in Wingham. The event featured games and activities for children; and treats for all.
IN PHOTOS: Wingham’s Festival of Lanterns 2023
The 10th annual Festival of Lanterns took place on Friday, Oct. 27 in downtown Wingham.
Wingham Town Hall Theatre has become a destination for performers
A hidden gem. It’s a term thrown around loosely by marketing folks, but it is safe to say that the Wingham Town Hall Theatre is just that – a hidden gem.
IN PHOTOS: Fashion show raises $2,500 for local groups
Christine’s Clothes Closet hosted its annual fashion show fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the Wingham Columbus Centre. This year’s event was once again a success, with more than 175 people in attendance and raising $2,500 for two local organizations – North Huron Community Food Share ($1,000) and
Wingham Air Cadets support Poppy Campaign
The 543 Air Cadets Wingham Squadron was out on Saturday, Oct. 28 assisting with the Legion’s annual poppy drive. Pictured, from left: Cpl. Caleb Wilkins, FCpl. Sara Whitehead and Sgt. Laura Dawson. If you are between the ages of 12-18 and interested in air cadets, please contact 519-357-6579.
MPAC updates council on property assessment framework
Jeremy Gough, account manager for the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), appeared as a delegation to North Huron council at the Oct. 20 special meeting to provide information about MPAC’s role in property assessment in Ontario.
Remembrance Day ceremonies in Walkerton, Mildmay
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 will once again be holding Remembrance Day ceremonies in both Walkerton and Mildmay on Saturday, Nov. 11.
Local Poppy Rocks project honours veterans buried in area cemeteries
A group of local citizens, several with connections to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102, Walkerton, or other Legion branches, have been honouring veterans buried in local cemeteries with Poppy Rocks – stones painted with the poppy symbol of remembrance.
Suzie Vinnick thrills Victoria Jubilee Hall audience
Suzie Vinnick, a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her bluesy renditions of everything from folk tunes to rock, gave a spectacular performance at Victoria Jubilee Hall on Sunday afternoon.
Council approves location of new Teeswater well, water tower
Council has approved the site for a new water well in Teeswater, as well as the location of a new water tower.
Council gives stamp of approval to 2024 Nuclear Exploration Team budget
Council has given its stamp of approval to the 2024 South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team (NET) budget.