The Wingham Legion Branch 180 installed its officers for 2023 on Wednesday, May 31. This year’s officers include, from left: Andy Roger, Tracey MacDonald, Terry Anger, John Douglas, Cheryl Saint, James Saint (first vice-president), Rose McKaque (president), Tom Chester (second vice-president); Legio
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Summer Reading Club returns to library this summer
The Huron County Library will once again host the TD Summer Reading Club this year.
Pride flag raised in Wingham
With June 1 marking the start of Pride Month in North Huron, the Pride flag was raised on the flag pole in front of town hall in Wingham last Thursday. No official ceremony was held this year for the flag raising. Within hours of the flag being raised, a pair of signs appeared on the construction fe
Fundraiser launched for Gorrie family who lost home to fire
An online fundraiser has been launched to assist a Gorrie family who lost their home to a fire over the weekend.
Emergency funding approved for Wingham Columbus Centre HVAC unit
Director of Public Works Gregg Furtney submitted an emergency funding request to North Huron council at its June 5 meeting, asking for funds to replace one of the rooftop heating/air conditioning units that has failed.
Barn Dance Campout draws big crowds in Blyth
The 25th and final Barn Dance Jamboree and Campout in Blyth was a big success, according to Gord Baxter.
Council awards infrastructure contract for Hutton Heights subdivision
Phase 2 of the Hutton Heights subdivision, which includes installing the infrastructure necessary to support the new housing, was given the green light at the North Huron council meeting on June 5, with councillors voting to approve the request for proposals (RFP) recommendation presented by Public
North Huron adopts policy to disperse museum collection
North Huron council accepted the draft museum deaccessioning policy from Denise Lockie, community engagement officer, at its June 5 meeting.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society
This is the fifth in a series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. These articles will be published several times over the next few months in loving memory of longtime society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our to
Sacred Heart High School students compete at Skills Ontario
Eight Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) students from Sacred Heart High School represented the board at the 2023 Skills Ontario Competition, held on May 1-3 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
South Bruce CLC members hear about post-site selection regulatory processes
Members of the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) met virtually on June 1 to learn hear from representatives of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC).
Craig supports AMO recommendations on removing councillors guilty of harassment
Emily McIntosh’s presentation to Bruce County council on June 1 on Bill 5, had a last-minute change. Bill 5 was voted down in the legislature the previous day. “This is Plan B,” she said.
Bruce County rescinds long-term care homes’ COVID-19 immunization policy
The county’s long-term care committee of management has voted to rescind the COVID-19 immunization policy, effective immediately.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Elmwood firefighters breakfast
The Elmwood firefighters hosted a successful breakfast on Saturday, June 3.
Rotary Club holds 12th drawing of Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club held the 12th drawing of its Walkerton Lottery on Thursday, June 1. Winners in this drawing are Matt Reddon ($1,000), Ruth Hobley ($500), Gabrielle Weigel ($300), Matt Domm ($250), David Cooke ($200) and Matt Reddon ($150). Pictured: Drawing the winning numbers is Crystal Hindman-Pri
