Council here waived a building permit fee for the Bluevale Community Committee at their June 17 meeting, effectively helping proposed work on the dugouts at the Pioneer Park baseball diamond come to fruition.
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From field to stethoscope: Ontario farm leaders help future doctors experience rural life
Healthcare is a top-of-mind issue for many Ontarians, especially at times when we’re in need of medical care. Lack of services, long wait times or the family doctor shortage often make headlines in all parts of the province, but these challenges can be especially acute in rural Ontario.
North Huron Council commends staff for truck purchases amid uncertainty
Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer and Coun. Chris Palmer both praised North Huron staff during the July 7 regular council meeting for securing good deals on two recent vehicle purchases, noting the current challenges in vehicle availability.
Hutton Heights Community Church holds ribbon cutting for a new community walking track
Hutton Heights Community Church held a ribbon cutting for a new community walking track after its…
Boards approve balanced budgets for next school year
The Board of Trustees of AMDSB received and approved the 2025/2026 budget at its June 24 meeting.
Prison escapee possibly in South Bruce
The OPP were notified of an escapee from a Quebec correctional institution on July 6, a police report states.
Belgrave Community Centre hosts talent show
On June 14, the Belgrave Community Centre hosted a talent show for children, and open stage for adults.
MVCA rejects camper’s request to keep self-installed solar panels
The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) denied a request from a seasonal camper at Falls Reserve Conservation Area (FRCA) to keep his self-installed 120-volt solar panels.
Council to allow temporary parking restrictions for Hayloft Music Festival
According to a recent report to council, temporary parking limitations for sporting and community events in North Perth have had positive impacts on events.
All-way stop recommended at Mayne Corners
STRATFORD - Perth County’s July 3 decision to designate the intersection of Perth Line 88 and Perth Road 178, which is commonly known as Mayne Corners, an all-way stop will be finalized should Huron County Council agree.
Local man builds scale model of family barn
GOWANSTOWN - Roy Berfelz, 85, brought a to-scale replica of the old Yungblut barn for display at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church here on June 28.
Listowel Fair celebrates 169th year with theme, ‘Fences and Fields’
LISTOWEL – Picture a drive down the highways or backroads with miles of fences and fields…
County employers not choosing between Canadian youth and foreign workers
The Huron Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement in response to a media campaign launched by the National Citizens Coalition (NCC).
Huron East Fire Chief updates council on priorities in role, station activities
At their June 17 meeting, Morris-Turnberry Council heard an update from new Huron East Fire Chief Glen Ackerman.
South Bruce approves phased-in development charges
With very few remarks and a nearly-unanimous recorded vote, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce approved implementation of development charges with a phased-in approach starting August 1, 2025.
