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.
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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.
84-year-old arrested for intimate partner violence; bank card scam in Huron County
On August 14, Huron County OPP investigated a a report of intimate partner violence (IPV).
South Bruce Council gives initial support to solar panel farm project
After what organizers called a successful community engagement meeting, South Bruce Council has given a nod of support to Compass Greenfield Development for the Teeswater Agrivoltaics project.
Big Loud Records signs on as Riegling’s U.S. label partner
Rising country star and Mildmay native Owen Riegling has signed on with a major American label.
‘Get into the spirit’ with inaugural Spirit Walk
The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS), in partnership with the Township of North Huron, is hosting its first-ever Spirit Walk event on Friday Sept. 12 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Duo performs at Music in the Park
The Township of North Huron held its second Music in the Park event on Aug. 27 at Cruickshank Park on Josephine Street.
North Huron unveils strategic plan progress, future goals at community open house
In a move intended to improve communication between town hall and North Huron constituents, North Huron Council changed the format of its annual town hall meetings.
Council directs staff to investigate cash-in-lieu of parking spaces
After spending several meetings and staff time on trying to find a solution for parking requirements for a downtown development, South Bruce Council was told the developers have sought a private solution.
Perth County Beef Farmers set to hold annual barbecue
MILVERTON - The Perth County Beef Farmers are busy putting the finishing touches on their beef barbecue dinner taking place on Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Milverton Agri Centre (MAC) located at 17 Pierson Street in Milverton.
Howick considers bylaw, receives presentation on asset management plan
HOWICK - Council here received a report at its Aug. 12 regular council meeting regarding its 2025 Asset Management Plan (AMP) for approval.
