The future of Wingham’s Alice Munro Literary Garden is back on the table after an emotional meeting of the Wingham and District Horticultural Society and an apology from North Huron’s chief administrative officer for how the relocation plan was handled.
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Sexual assault culture in hockey: TSN Journalist Rick Westhead speaks on world juniors trial, misconduct in Canadian sports
Panelists spoke to a culture of elitism in hockey; players becoming alphas in their communities. When they enter a locker room, they’re told “those are your brothers,” and essentially, there are “no consequences,” as Westhead worded it.
Beard explains edicts passed down from government to authorities
Conservation General Manager Phil Beard provided an impromptu update to Morris-Turnberry Council on the ongoing conservation authority merger being pursued by the provincial government.
Repairs coming to Spencetown Road bridge
HOWICK - Repairs are to be planned for a two-span rigid frame bridge on Spencetown Road in the amount of $849,649.
Reeve provides council update on Buy Ontario Act
HOWICK - Reeve Doug Harding gave council here a verbal update from Huron County Council regarding the provincial government’s new Buy Ontario Act.
Listowel Legionnaires kick off 2026 season
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Junior Legionnaires hosted their home opener on Friday, May 8 at the John Bell Diamond, officially kicking off the 2026 season against the Clinton Colts.
Howick approves culvert replacement on Orange Hill Road
HOWICK - Council here will be awarded a contract to Nichols Excavating Inc. for $321,625 (plus unrecoverable HST) for the replacement of structure 29 on Orange Hill Road.
F.E. Madill fire incident investigation concluded; OPP report no charges laid, no additional individuals involved
The OPP has concluded its investigation in relation to a April 7 fire incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, which sent a youth to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Household income inequality ranges throughout Huron, Perth
A recent study offers an overview of household income distribution and inequalities in Huron and Perth Counties, highlighting areas with the most low-income households, and regions facing the largest income gaps.
North Perth Pride planning month of family-fun events
North Perth Pride is gearing up for another month of celebration with events kicking off May 30 and continuing all through June.
Huron County’s fourth annual Pride festival focuses on activism, celebration, community
The county will be the scene of multiple events June 2-7, all with the aim of bringing the community together.
Howick to enter agreement with Waste Management ahead of new waste carts
HOWICK - An agreement has been made between the township here and Waste Management (WM).
Howick Township designated as community improvement project area
HOWICK - For the purpose of implementing a façade program, Howick Council has designated the entire township as a community improvement project area.
Howick to pull additional $20,000 from fire reserve for radio upgrades
HOWICK - The fire department here has been experiencing radio communication issues – both internally and externally – for some time, according to Fire Chief Josh Kestner.
Council defers entering into agreement with Waste Management
HOWICK - Council here decided at its April 21 meeting to defer a recommendation brought by their public works manager regarding entering into a solid waste service agreement with Waste Management.
