Elderly residents in Huron and South Bruce are losing hundreds of thousands of dollars to scams, from fake cryptocurrency investments to “grandparent” emergencies, local police and financial advisors warned at a recent anti‑fraud seminar held on Dec. 18 in Wingham.
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MC pushes back on CA merger plan in ERO submission, warns of a whole new layer of red tape
During the Dec. 17 board meeting, members discussed their response to what they described as “leading questions” from the Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) sent to CAs across Ontario for their input on the proposed amalgamation.
Romance scam victim loses over $60,000; multiple intimate partner violence charges
A police report details that this latest incident involved an online dating app with an unknown person claiming to have financial problems, needing assistance.
Dance Factory U8 Acro team receives banner recognizing competition
In December, a Wingham dance group received a banner recognizing their accomplishments in international competition in 2025.
Howick to update IT services, offer hybrid council meetings
HOWICK - Council here authorized the CAO/Clerk to engage Fort44 Inc., GHD and Wightman Telecom for the provision of fractional IT services, website design and to replace the current analog phone system.
Beautification committee asks for change in bylaw enforcement
HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.
Howick Fire writes off two invoices, purchases extended warranty for new vehicle
HOWICK - At its Dec. 16 special council meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner who brought two reports forward ahead of discussing the draft municipal budget.
Morris-Turnberry Council approves early tender for maintenace gravel project
Council here approved Public Works to start a tender process for maintenance gravel and hot mix paving ahead of 2026 budget approval, at their Dec. 16 meeting.
Coldest Night of the Year returns to Wingham in February
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is inviting residents of northern Huron to register for the fifth annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk.
Bhardwaj presents CIP report
Economic Development Officer Ritu Bhardwaj presented an overview to North Huron Council on Dec. 15, updating them on the success of the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Applications.
Central Huron, North Huron agree to updated fire services financial model
North Huron Council received two reports from Director of Fire and Emergency Services Chad Kregar regarding cross-border fire services agreements.
Intimate Partner Violence information sessions coming to Perth County
The next initiative for those working at combatting the rising, sustained issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in Perth County is community information and education sessions, aimed at giving people the tools to recognize IPV and the resources available to help them.
Maitland Terrace celebrates 40th anniversary, reminisces of home’s early years
Residents, volunteers and staff marked the 40th anniversary of Maitland Terrace Seniors Living Complex on Dec. 11 with cake and a history lesson.
It Takes A Village holds ‘money-less’ holiday-shopping night for community’s children
“Kids’ Festive Celebrations” at It Takes A Village downtown Listowel on Dec. 18 saw youngsters ‘moneyfree’ shop for gifts.
Morris-Turnberry discusses 11 per cent OPP billing increase for 2026
Paying for Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) costs is going to “raise some eyebrows,” specifically at Morris-Turnberry this budget season, based on discussion at the regular council meeting on Dec. 16.
