Matthew Rae, MPP for Perth-Wellington, announced on Aug. 22 during a press conference outside the doors of the North Perth Municipal Office, that over $20.4 million is being provided to four municipalities in Perth-Wellington.
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Winter sidewalk maintenance expanded in Blyth
North Huron Council approved a revised winter maintenance of sidewalks policy during its Aug. 11 regular meeting, with two additional streets added after Coun. Ric McBurney (Blyth Ward) made a request.
Historical group working to preserve Disney family history in Morris-Turnberry
At its regular meeting on Aug. 12, Morris-Turnberry Council heard a delegation from the Disneys of Huron County Project Group, who are working towards their goal of erecting a historical sign in the municipality.
Sherry and Scott Dallner host Perth County Plowing Match
ATWOOD - The Perth County Plowing Match was held on Aug. 23 near Atwood. This year’s host farmers were Sherry and Scott Dallner.
Lexi Johnston wins top honour as CNE Ambassador of the Fairs
TORONTO – Lexi Johnston has been riding a high that began in July 2024, after being crowned as…
Howick implementing new subgrade fibre internet policy
HOWICK - Council here will be implementing a new township policy requireing that all future fibre internet service be installed subgrade.
Howick shows informal expression of interest in new fire station
HOWICK - Council here has approved an informal expression of interest in a new fire station for the Howick Township Fire Department at its Aug. 12 regular council meeting.
McGavin, Hern take top senior, junior spot at Huron plowing match
Walton-area plowing pro Brian McGavin took top spot in the senior division at the 97th Huron County Plowing Match Aug. 14-15, with Clayton Hern claiming the junior division crown.
Local input needed for Blyth daycare
North Huron Township Council found itself in a tough situation recently.
The Wingham Lions Club held a fundraising barbecue Aug. 15
The Wingham Lions Club held a fundraising barbecue on Fri. Aug. 15, serving up hamburgers, hot dogs…
Significant funding for housing projects highlighted during HCC meeting
Huron County Coun. Bernie MacLellan (Huron East, Mayor) feels that “getting the word out” is harder now than it was a decade ago.
HCC attrition management plan update provided
Huron County Chief Administrative Officer Meighan Wark’s update on attrition was appreciated by county council members.
North Huron hosts first Music in the Park event Aug. 12, future events planned
The event featured local youth Jakob Schiestel who regaled the audience with renditions of the tunes of Metallica, The Tragically Hip and many more of his favourite bands.
Thompson presents cheques from Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund
The Ontario government has invested $39,448,926 in municipalities across Huron and Bruce Counties to enable residential development.
Blyth art gallery’s season finale explores inner experience, physical form
The Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s season finale Body Doubles, by Amanda Baron, explores the tension between memory, inner experience and physical form.
