It appears the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) needs more time to identify a preferred site to host a deep geological repository for Canada’s used nuclear fuel.
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Chesley emergency department closed for part of weekend
For the second time in just over a month, South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has announced temporary closures this coming weekend “due to a number of unexpected nursing staff absences.”
Grey Bruce Health Unit holding monkeypox vaccine clinics
The Grey Bruce Health Unit will be vaccinating eligible individuals against monkeypox during by-appointment clinics, beginning this week.
Local ambassadors prepare for prestigious CNE competition
It has been three long years since the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) has been able to conduct its province-wide Ambassador of the Fairs competition. It’s also meant three years of representation for most regional fair ambassadors, whose reigns were extended with the arrival of the pandemic in e
No movement on automated school bus stop-arm cameras
Progress on implementing the automated school bus stop arm camera system in Perth County has hit a roadblock.
IN PHOTOS: Listowel’s Art in the Park
The fifth annual Art in the Park enjoyed terrific weather and a steady turnout in Listowel Memorial Park on Saturday, Aug. 6. Over 30 vendors – which included artisans from across the area showcasing their various creations – took part; live entertainment, kids’ activities and food trucks were also
North Perth council expresses hesitancy towards investing in Galbraith Conservation Area
The possibility of resurrecting the Galbraith Conservation Area was discussed during North Perth council’s most recent meeting on Aug. 8. Albeit a fairly brief, and at times, blunt discussion.
204 residential units proposed for property in Listowel’s west end
Perth County council learned more about a proposed commercial and residential development in Listowel’s west end.
Howick to purchase custom benches, garbage bins for trails with RED funding
Howick Township secured Rural Economic Development (RED) funding earlier this year, however council was informed at its July 19 meeting they have been approved to substitute the project.
New telecommunications tower proposed in Howick
A federal program has identified Howick as a preferred location for a new 65-metre tall telecommunications tower along Harriston Road, between Gorrie and Wroxeter.
Huron County moving forward with tech upgrades for hybrid council meetings
Council has approved additional funds for technology upgrades to the county council chambers that will allow for hybrid participation in council meetings from council members, delegations, presenters and the public.
Small twister touches down east of Cranbrook, Aug. 1
The severe thunderstorm that rolled through the region last Monday evening developed into something more for rural residents of Huron East.
Huron County announces 2022 SLED Fund recipients
The County of Huron’s annual Supporting Local Economic Development (SLED) program has awarded $87,500 to nine applicants that successfully demonstrated their projects would have a measurable economic impact in one or more of the following areas:
First COVID shot for children under 5 administered in Stratford
Contributed Photo HPPH held its first COVID-19 vaccination clinic for children six months to five years of age on Friday, July 29. Pictured: Alexander Durand, 4, mom Kelly Durand, and HPPH Public Health Nurse Veronica Kolkman at the first HPPH clinic in Stratford.
Wetland development, interference leads to conviction for North Huron resident
A North Huron resident has been found guilty of developing and interfering with a protected wetland.