During the Oct. 6 regular North Huron Council meeting, Reeve Paul Heffer, supported by Coun. Anita van Hittersum, pulled an item from the correspondence received, agenda item 4.3.8. titled Township of Woolwich - Resolution – Bill C-61 First Nations Clean Water Act.
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CKNX radiothon continues tradition of support for local hospitals
On Saturday, Oct. 18, the 24th Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon broadcast on AM920 to continue its mission of support for local hospitals in mid-western Ontario.
WAHS, Alice Munro Branch host “Diaries and Letters”
The Huron County Library Alice Munro Branch, with the support of the Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) recently hosted a presentation called “Diaries and Letters.”
Students tackle food insecurity awareness during 30-hour famine
While most teenagers are focused on social media and the latest fashion trends, two F. E. Madill high school students are turning their attention to community service.
Tony McQuail urges action against international humanitarian crisis
Local farmer, grassroots advocate for peace, and current candidate in the federal NDP leadership race Tony McQuail, is challenging what he describes as a systematic genocide in Gaza and urging Canadians to recognize the complex historical roots of the conflict.
Gorrie residents voice concerns over project to conservation authority
Two women from Gorrie, Sonya Graham and Analis Hamers, shared their concerns about the naturalization project in the Gorrie Conservation Area at a recent Maitland Conservation (MC) Board meeting.
Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church celebrates a century of outreach, love and history
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Listowel Evangelical Missionary Church (LEMC). Now located at 1205 Tremaine Ave South, its century of existence spans cross-county, congregations and lifetimes – as current members attest to, its foundation, in terms of values, remains the same.
Third annual Diwali celebration held in Wingham Oct. 19
The Huron County Immigration Partnership and Huron Seva Foundation hosted the third annual Diwali…
Perth County takes first look at 2026 stewardship program, Ehgoetz questions approval process
STRATFORD - In two reports from Resiliency and Stewardship Coordinator Hannah Cann, the outline for the 2026 stewardship program as well as the 2025 intake results were presented to Perth County Council on Oct. 16. However, Coun. Rhonda Ehgoetz (Perth East) wanted to discuss the continuation of the
CUPW rotating strikes begin in Listowel, Wingham
LISTOWEL/WINGHAM - On Oct. 22, The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) was seen striking in front of the post offices in Listowel and Wingham.
Resurfacing of east approach to Durham Street bridge should be done by month’s end
A report that’s being presented at the Oct. 16 meeting of Bruce County council states that phase one of the Durham Street Bridge rehabilitation is complete, and phase two continues to progress on budget.
Community meetings to offer information on local human trafficking
To help raise awareness and start important conversations, the Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWBP) and partners are hosting a series of community awareness townhall meetings.
Walk for Wenjack taking place at Riverbend Park on Oct. 21
Brockton and Bruce County are hosting a Walk for Wenjack on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m. at Riverbend Park, Walkerton.
Driver airlifted from collision in South Bruce
The evening of Oct. 13, South Bruce OPP responded to the scene of a motor vehicle collision at an address along Sideroad 40, in South Bruce.
Walkerton Agricultural Society gears up for Little Royal Fair with crowning of ambassadors
The ambassador competition for the Walkerton Agricultural Society’s Little Royal Fair, Oct. 17-19, took place on Oct. 7, at the agricultural building.
