Falling on a Sunday this year, Doug and Dave Johnston of Maplevue Farms in North Perth are taking the opportunity to offer the community a look at their dairy farming process
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Heffer plans to delegate new powers
Reeve Paul Heffer plans to avoid using strong mayor powers granted to him by the province.
Morris-Turnberry backs Howick on frustrations with new utility poles
Council here approved a motion to endorse a letter from Howick Township addressed to multiple government officials, including MPP Lisa Thompson and Premier Doug Ford, concerning the installation of new utility poles for high speed internet.
Local families celebrate Mother’s Day at Meeting Place Organic Farm
Meeting Place Organic Farm held its annual Mother’s Day open house and seedling sale on the weekend.
Wingham & District Hospital Auxiliary purchased new equipment, looks to future needs
The Wingham & District Hospital Auxiliary purchased a tilt wheelchair, a Sara Steady, and a…
Wingham hospital foundation supports $2.3 million in equipment
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation are giving thanks to the generosity of local families, businesses, and community partners, and recently announced it has provided $2.3 million in critical support to the Wingham & District Hospital for the 2024–2025 fiscal year.
Crime Stoppers Huron Perth looking for board members
Crime Stoppers is on the hunt for new board members, and more representation from across the two counties.
Huron, Perth counties launch new mental health crisis support pathways
According to Statistics Canada (2023): Approximately 12 individuals die by suicide each day, translating to around 4,500 lives lost annually.
Morris-Turnberry addresses repairs to major damage on Salem Road
At its May 6 meeting, council here heard from Director of Public Works Mike Alcock about damage to Salem Road, and options for repair.
Medical students experience rural life during Discovery Week
Medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University will begin their learning and training with at Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham & District Hospital during Discovery Week 2025.
Howick discusses North Perth school boundary review
At its April 29 meeting, council here pulled the minutes from the recent Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) meeting, focussing on its boundary review.
Listowel Fair Ambassador Lexi Johnston wins ‘25-26 District 8 title
Listowel Fair Ambassador Lexi Johnston was recently chosen as the District 8 Fair Ambassador for the 2025-26 year.
New water, wastewater agreement finally sealed
After six years of negotiations, the Township of North Huron and the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, two districts that share several services, have finally reached a cross-border agreement regarding water and sewer hookups.
Wingham Sunday School and congregation donates 450 lbs. of goods to North Huron Food Share
The Wingham United Church Sunday School and congregation donated approximately 450 lbs. of food and…
F.E. Madill hosts information night on human trafficking of youth
As part of the latest push to raise awareness around the locally rising threat of human trafficking, F.E. Madill Secondary School held an information night on Apr. 29, with gymnasium seats filled with listeners across age demographics.
