During the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) regular board of directors meeting, Coun. Alison Lobb (Central Huron) inquired about the Ontario government’s proposed legislation, Bill 5, indicating that she only found out about it during the Huron County Council meeting that morning.
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The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its annual BBQ fundraiser May 24
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club held its annual BBQ fundraiser during the May 24 town-wide…
Wingham walkers take part in IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s
IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s was held in Wingham on May 24. The annual walk raises…
North Perth Cruisers hold first of 2025 Retro Revival Cruise Nights
LISTOWEL – North Perth Cruisers held the first of their 2025 series of Retro Revival Cruise…
Maplevue Farms celebrating World Milk Day with June 1 open house
Falling on a Sunday this year, Doug and Dave Johnston of Maplevue Farms in North Perth are taking the opportunity to offer the community a look at their dairy farming process
Heffer plans to delegate new powers
Reeve Paul Heffer plans to avoid using strong mayor powers granted to him by the province.
Morris-Turnberry backs Howick on frustrations with new utility poles
Council here approved a motion to endorse a letter from Howick Township addressed to multiple government officials, including MPP Lisa Thompson and Premier Doug Ford, concerning the installation of new utility poles for high speed internet.
Local families celebrate Mother’s Day at Meeting Place Organic Farm
Meeting Place Organic Farm held its annual Mother’s Day open house and seedling sale on the weekend.
Wingham & District Hospital Auxiliary purchased new equipment, looks to future needs
The Wingham & District Hospital Auxiliary purchased a tilt wheelchair, a Sara Steady, and a…
Wingham hospital foundation supports $2.3 million in equipment
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation are giving thanks to the generosity of local families, businesses, and community partners, and recently announced it has provided $2.3 million in critical support to the Wingham & District Hospital for the 2024–2025 fiscal year.
Crime Stoppers Huron Perth looking for board members
Crime Stoppers is on the hunt for new board members, and more representation from across the two counties.
Huron, Perth counties launch new mental health crisis support pathways
According to Statistics Canada (2023): Approximately 12 individuals die by suicide each day, translating to around 4,500 lives lost annually.
Morris-Turnberry addresses repairs to major damage on Salem Road
At its May 6 meeting, council here heard from Director of Public Works Mike Alcock about damage to Salem Road, and options for repair.
Medical students experience rural life during Discovery Week
Medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University will begin their learning and training with at Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham & District Hospital during Discovery Week 2025.
Howick discusses North Perth school boundary review
At its April 29 meeting, council here pulled the minutes from the recent Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) meeting, focussing on its boundary review.
