Not even a relentless spring downpour could dampen the spirits, or the appetites, of local kids during the Wingham Lions Club’s annual Easter Egg Hunt at Cruikshank Park.
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Employers key in supporting victims of Intimate Partner Violence, OPP share process for reported cases
“Research has shown that Canadian employers lose more than $77 million every year due to the impacts of Intimate Partner Violence.”
Howick approves MTO request
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has requested an allowance for MTO to upgrade West Heritage Street at Highway 9 and Fordwich Line in June 2026 in preparation for the repaving of Highway 9 during construction season in 2027.
Canadian Foodgrains Bank executive director speaks on difference local farmers are making overseas
LISTOWEL - Members of the farming community here and in surrounding areas gathered at the Knox Presbyterian Church on March 25 to discuss how locals are making a difference in the fight against global hunger through the farming groups they participate in.
Council authorizes sale of Augusta Street
Council here authorized selling a portion of Augusta Street in Lowertown at the end of their meeting March 17.
Morris-Turnberry manages surplus from 2025 expenditures
Council carried a motion approving the year-end balance of a surplus of $142,432.66, to be transferred to the municipality’s General Reserve.
Listowel IPV session teaches how to identify abusers, help victims to prevent death
Urgent and direct were tones echoing in the small gym at Listowel Eastdale Public School the evening of March 11.
Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders
OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.
David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025
As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.
Morris-Turnberry Council approves two tender projects below budget
Council here accepted two tenders for road work during council’s March 3 regular council meeting; one for hot mix paving and one for maintenance gravel.
WDH Foundation’s Future Care Collective raises $34,200 for ultrasound machine
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation is celebrating the success of the second event hosted by the Future Care Collective and the group’s first-ever Showdown Reception.
Wingham sees a busy March break
March Break was a busy time in Wingham with plenty to do for youngsters and adults alike. On…
Arrest after home invasion, theft, cross-county getaway attempt
Huron County OPP has arrested one individual following several incidents that spanned Lambton, Huron, and Perth counties on March 18, 2026.
Youth homelessness a growing issue in Perth and Huron Counties
Although there appears to be slight differences to how Huron and Perth Counties are responding to youth experiencing homelessness locally, both are falling short in adequately supporting those in navigating the exit system and preventing those from falling back in, according to recent research.
Morris-Turnberry hears proposed 2026 tax rate increase, discusses dog counter issue, maintaining roads and bridges over lowering tax rate
Among decisions made by council that evening were forgoing a municipal dog counter staff position, setting a pledge to Belgrave for playground equipment, reducing the municipality’s contributions to the fire reserve and setting a number for money for future asset management.
