Detective Sergeant Tara Bolstad informed the Perth County OPP detachment board at their meeting on Nov. 12 of funds used from provincial grants this year – the focus of all mentioned on the local issue of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).
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North Huron CIP structural grant awarded to Echo’s of Glow
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the local economy, the Township of North Huron has awarded a $2,595 grant to Echoes of Glow for structural renovations at its downtown Wingham location.
County supports call for water safety training in schools
As a result of reviewing correspondence, Huron County Council supported calls for increased education around water and swimming safety lessons.
The Giving Tuesday Big Match raises $52,175 for the Wingham & District Hospital
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation is celebrating another exceptional Giving Tuesday thanks to the generosity of local donors and Lucknow Pharmasave.
Morris-Turnberry backs conservation authority on concerns
A proposed government action to consolidate the province’s conservation authorities (CA) has local authorities calling for support.
Book by Teeswater native covers youthful memories of 1950s
A local author with ties to the Wingham and Teeswater areas recently released a second edition of his creative non-fiction book on growing up in the 1950s.
Morris-Turnberry extends dog catcher service agreement with Central Huron, Huron East
Council here directed staff to return a bylaw authorizing the continuation of a shared agreement with two neighboring municipalities for animal control officer services.
North Huron council approves emergency HVAC replacement at community complex
North Huron council approved a request from Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss to replace the rooftop units and furnace/air conditioning at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
Morris-Turnberry authorizes local snowmobile land access
Council here authorized the execution of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for local snowmobile clubs to permit trail use on municipal property.
Howick deems woodchipper as surplus
HOWICK - At its Nov. 18 meeting, council here declared the township’s 2025 Vermeer BC1000XL diesel woodchipper to be surplus, and directed staff to proceed with the disposal by purchase and sale agreement with the Town of Minto.
Wroxeter hosts Santa Claus parade
WROXETER - Brightly-decorated fire trucks and floats lit up the night for the annual Wroxeter Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 5.
St. Pauls-Trinity Church holds annual Deck the Halls luncheon
St. Pauls-Trinity Church held its annual Deck the Halls luncheon, bake sale and gently used…
Dog issues persist in Morris-Turnberry
Dogs continue to be an issue for bylaw enforcement in Morris-Turnberry as Chief Building Official Kirk Livingston (who handles bylaw enforcement as well) reported two new complaints.
Wingham residents crowd the streets for Santa Claus Parade
About 33 floats participated with local businesses well represented.
Huron County recognizes three local paramedics at Ontario awards ceremony
The County of Huron is proud to recognize three local paramedics who were honoured with Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal Bars as part of the 2025 Ontario awards ceremony.
