North Huron council supports and acknowledges Fire Chief Chad Kregar’s continued appointment in the role of Huron County fire coordinator for another four year term.
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Muskrat Festival rebrands ahead of new annual event
North Huron council approved the preparation of a Nov. 2 bylaw to adopt a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Flying Pig Shindig Committee and the township, ahead of the new committee’s 2027 event plans.
North Huron approves proposed adjustments to draft fees and charges; new fees for cemetery services; adjustments to recreation and licensing fees
At its Oct. 19 meeting, North Huron council approved the proposed 2027 draft fees and charges schedule, which will be brought back for official adoption on Nov. 2. Discussion ensued about new charges and adjusted fees across the township’s departments, mainly cemetery fees.
Howick community centre fills for all-candidates meeting
The Howick Optimist Club hosted the Oct. 7 forum, as they have for every municipal election since 1991 one Optimist member shared, at the Howick Community Centre.
McLellan discusses lack of transparency in transition of conservation authorities
During Huron County council’s meeting Oct. 7, Coun. Alvin McLellan (Deputy Mayor, Huron East), noted his concern about what he signals as a lack of transparency with the transition costs of the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.
North Huron reeve candidates discuss taxes, housing, recreation ahead of election
It was standing room only in Maitland River Elementary School’s gym the night of Oct. 6 for a conversation between the four candidates vying for reeve of North Huron. Stephen “Buck” Hill, William G. Darling, Trevor Seip and Mitch Wright sat at the front of the room.
Beard honoured with naming of new pavilion at Wawanosh Valley
Local dignitaries, Maitland Conservation (MC) staff members, volunteers, donors and guests were welcomed to the Wawanosh Valley Conservation Area last month to mark the opening of a new pavilion there named after long-time MC staff member and General Manager/Secretary-Treasurer Phil Beard.
Grenade in donated goods leads to evacuation of downtown Wingham
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) report that a box containing an “item... of concern” resulted in a significant police presence and evacuation of the Wingham downtown core last week.
Fire department sees busy summer, holds PTSD awareness session
During these months there were 51 incidents reported, 26 in North Huron, nine in Morris-Turnberry, eight in Central Huron and three in Ashfield-ColborneWawanosh.
Construction value this quarter $7,744,375
Comparatively, in 2025 construction value was $2,090,172.50 with 21 permits.
Bylaw reports 32 complaints this summer
Seven remain as open investigations.
Council discusses cemetery fees in North Huron; defers decision until talks can happen
Cemeteries were a lengthy topic of discussion at North Huron council’s Oct. 5 meeting. News of a large donation led into a separate decision to defer a motion about changing the township’s cemetery fee structure.
Intimate Partner Violence response an employers’ responsibility, new consultation service helps workplaces prepare
“Meeting this obligation calls for a clear workplace policy and program, proactive risk assessments, and staff training,” and many workplaces lack this expertise.
Palmerston Agricultural Society hosts sixth annual vintage tractor, farm equipment tour
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Agricultural Society hosted its sixth annual vintage tractor and farm equipment tour on Oct. 4.
Farm Frolic opens doors to wide variety of county creations, landscapes, products
The Huron County Farm Frolic on Sept. 19 charted a map to several farm open houses, from longhorn cattle to wineries to pumpkin patches.
