HOWICK - Manager of Public Works Scott Price gave an update to council here at its Sept. 9 meeting regarding the new utility poles that have gone up locally, as part of the provincial Accelerated High-Speed Internet Project.
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Thresher association reunion shows how the world used to work
Threshing, antique machinery and food are some of the major foci of the annual reunion of the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association, held the weekend after Labour Day every year at the Blyth Campground.
Historical Corner unveiled at Alice Munro Branch of Huron County Library
One of the Wingham and Area Historical Society’s (WAHS) main objectives when they formed in 2023 was to preserve as many of the historical artifacts from the now-closed North Huron Museum as they could.
North Huron finance director resigns; interim director reappointed
North Huron Council accepted the resignation of the municipality’s newly hired director of finance, Maria Thornton, one week after she officially started. Thornton’s official first day was Aug. 25.
Council supports energy efficiency funding application
Council here went with the recommendation of its staff to issue a letter of support to the County of Huron in an application for funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).
Township establishes formal job description for theatre house manager
The Wingham Townhall Theatre will hopefully soon have a dedicated house manager after North Huron council agreed to grant CAO Nelson Santos leave to establish a casual, part-time theatre house manager job description.
Local 14 year old racing for Team Canada at top international motocross competition
Hailing from the settlement of Bluevale, local teen Caleb Vankoughnett, a 14 year old with a penchant for off-road racing, will represent the country as a member of Team Canada at the Motocross of Nations.
North Huron to finalize agreement with Wingham Ironmen
The Wingham Ironmen have been operating out of the North Huron Wescast Community Centre since it opened in 2001, but they have not had a formal agreement in place, according to a report from Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss.
Late Wingham clerk leaves over $95,000 for cemetery, trails
A former resident and town clerk of Wingham, John Byron Adams, named the Wingham Cemetery and the community trail in his last will and testament, according to a report from Public Works Director Kevin Watson submitted to North Huron Council at the Sept. 2 council meeting.
Howick moving forward with ROD application for beautification project
HOWICK - The Rural Ontario Development (ROD) program launched in June, replacing the previous Rural Economic Development (RED) program, aiming to create strong businesses, boost economic growth, protect jobs and improve infrastructure in small communities.
United Way encourages residents to sign Speak Up for Community Housing petition
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is giving Perth-Huron residents a new opportunity to speak up for community housing.
South Bruce sees increased link maintenance costs due to labour, equipment, material
The municipality of South Bruce is facing a 15 per cent increase to maintain the connecting link for Highway 9 in Mildmay for the coming winter season.
Wingham Terry Fox Run raises hope, funds for cancer research
When cancer survivor Scott Miller was diagnosed with testicular cancer over a decade ago, he never imagined he would be helping to organize Wingham’s Terry Fox Run.
International Overdose Awareness Day – August 31
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) is recognized each year on Aug. 31. It is a time to honour the lives lost to overdose, to support those grieving, and to take action to prevent drug overdoses.
County receives new youth engagement plan, staff intend to follow
Huron County has a new path forward for youth engagement thanks to an initiative by its summer students and a focus group featuring its summer students, though the news wasn’t all good.
