WROXETER – At a recent Maitland Conservation (MC) board meeting, local councillors said they fear…
Rural
Huron OPP report increase in winter charges
Motor vehicle collisions saw a decrease of 8.5 per cent, with two fatal injuries, 15 non-fatal injuries, and 167 incidents resulting in damage to property only.
Shipwrecks of Bruce County: Storm smashes “Kaloolah” at Southampton
The sidewheeler Kaloolah was one of the most famous steamers of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.
Province announces $4.3 million for Huron and Perth health teams
The provincial government announced $4.3 million for Huron and Perth Counties to assist in attaching over 10,000 patients to primary care.
Council considering election bylaws before nominations
As the municipality and Huron County prepare for municipal elections, council here is doing house-keeping by directing staff to return a bylaw for consideration, which outlines election sign regulations.
Council approves rezoning request for Masonic Lodge building in Wingham
A public meeting was held during the North Huron regular council meeting on Apr. 20 to gather feedback on a rezoning request to renovate the historic Masonic Lodge into accessible housing units, adding to the town’s housing stock while re-purposing a building that sees dwindling use.
Teeswater CWL celebrates 70 Years
The Teeswater Catholic Woman’s League (CWL)celebrated 70 years on April 12. The parish-based organization was officially chartered in 1956.
Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment
HOWICK - Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.
Council to re-enter five-year term with Aird and Berlis LLP
HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.
Howick Council approves purchase of new front-end sweeper
HOWICK - At council’s April 7 meeting, Manager of Recreation and Facilities Brady Ropp presented three reports.
Morris-Turnberry permits over $9 million in construction value since beginning of year
At its April 7 meeting, council here received reports from both bylaw and building departments, with bylaw complaints shifting from a trend of dog-related complaints over the past year – although still present – to the majority being human-centred.
Morris-Turnberry passes budget, approves 4.88% tax rate increase
The 2026 budget was passed by council on April 7, establishing a 4.88 per cent municipal tax rate increase for residents of Morris-Turnberry; for the average, single-family home, estimated taxes are $3,885.15, an increase of $140.25 from 2025.
Memories of Wingham: Randy Zinn looks back on life and business
Local resident Randy Zinn shares his recollections in the latest in our Memories of Wingham and area series, courtesy of the Wingham and Area Historical Society.
LWHA seeking individuals to join volunteer board of directors
Alliance officials stated in a press release on April 13 they are accepting applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, including those with lived experience as patients or care partners.
Perth County weighs the options between Notice of Intent, permit processes for revised tree injury bylaw
STRATFORD - The bulk of the nearly three-hour-long Perth County Council meeting on April 2 was spent discussing changes to the tree injury bylaw, specifically whether a notice of intent or permit process should be used, or not.
