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New installation of utility poles leave Howick residents, council upset
At its April 8 meeting, council here discussed the installation of new utility poles once again in unfinished business.
Huron Perth, Ontario shows increased number of measles cases
The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received an update on the ongoing measles outbreak at its recent meeting on April 11.
SVCA program sees 6 million trees planted since 1974
Through its dedicated forestry team, the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has restored approximately 8,423 hectares of land, working alongside more than 1,144 landowners to support a healthier, more resilient landscape.
Local volunteers make birthdays special for food bank clients
Sometimes, it’s the little things. A small act of kindness or a thoughtful gesture can make a big difference in somebody’s life.
MVCA 2025 ambitious work plan priorities continue to protect and enhance local watersheds
At their regular March meeting, Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) board members approved a “very ambitious” 2025 work plan.
Grey-Bruce sees ‘growing trend’ of human traffickers using short-term rentals
Education surrounding human trafficking occurring in short-term rental accommodations locally is being pushed in Grey and Bruce counties.
I Am Huron campaign will recognize immigrant contributions
The Huron County Immigration Partnership is excited to launch the I Am Huron campaign, a press release states.
4-H Ontario announces new 2025 4-H ambassadors
GUELPH - 4-H Ontario is proud to announce the selection of four ambassadors who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province in 2025.
Large sinkhole stops traffic in Perth East
On March 28, the OPP closed Road 124, between Perth Road 119 and Line 61, just east of Brunner, to respond to a large sinkhole.
41-year-old Huron East resident arrested for trafficking fentanyl, cocaine
An investigation has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Huron East resident and the seizure of illegal drugs, a police report confirms.
MVCA board request report investigating buying Canadian
During the regular Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) meeting in March, Chair Ed McGugan asked the board if they would like staff to develop a policy that prioritizes buying Canadian goods and services.
Submissions open for Blyth Festival Art Gallery’s ‘the rural queer agenda’ exhibit
The Blyth Festival Art Gallery is calling for submissions from 2SLGBTQIA+ artists for their curated exhibit ‘the rural queer agenda.’
Four recent thefts highlighted
Huron Perth Crime Stoppers and police are asking for assistance in solving the following thefts.
Council looking into allowing backyard chickens in Howick
At its last meeting, council here pulled a presentation from its correspondence building a case for updating the bylaw to allow backyard chickens in Howick Township.
