F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted junior and senior elementary school students for their annual…
Wingham Advance Times
New sign in Bluevale tells story of Walt Disney’s local connection
A permanent historical information sign at the junction of Clyde Street and Morris Street in Bluevale tells the story of the famous family in the region..
Huron County OPP Torch Run raises over $5,000
Participants set off from Maitland River Community Church in downtown Wingham June 3 for the…
Distracted driving, seatbelt charges prevalent in county over spring
The county, according to the report, saw decreases in motor vehicle collisions and violent crime, with increases in traffic-related charges and certain drug crimes.
Huron Hospice appeals to municipality for help funding two hospice beds
At its June 2 meeting, council here heard a delegation on behalf of Huron Hospice, and the urgent need for support to increase bed counts.
For the Love of Music concert series – set to inspire with strings, blockbusters and The Beatles
WINGHAM – Popular concert series, For the Love of Music is back. The annual selection of…
Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board students triumph at Skills Ontario competition
TORONTO - The Huron-Perth Catholic District School Board (HPCDSB) is celebrating the outstanding achievements of its students at this year’s Skills Ontario Competition that took place recently at the Toronto Congress Centre.
Traffic stop of ATV leads to multiple charges
WINGHAM - Huron County OPP has charged a Wingham resident with several offences following a traffic stop on June 3, a press release confirms.
Dry Streak brings together theatre veteran, emerging performer with local ties
BLYTH - This summer, the Blyth Festival’s comedy Dry Streak by Leeann Minogue features a cast that includes one of the most pedigreed actors in Canadian theatre alongside a young performer for whom this particular stretch of rural Ontario is home.
Regional unemployment rises 0.7 per cent
WALKERTON - In May, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.7 percentage points to 5.9%, the largest percentage increase of all economic regions in the province, yet continues to hold steady as the lowest unemployment rate in the province.
Huron-Perth District Women’s Institute district meeting featured Blyth Festival Theatre keynote speaker
Guest speaker Rachael King, general manager of Blyth Festival Theatre, gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look into the expansive world of rural theatre which produces art that often travels to the international stage.
Lack of healthcare provider knowledge a barrier to care for 2SLGBTQIA+ residents of Perth, Huron Counties
Unlike doctors, there is no shortage of headlines of rural healthcare as of late. Besides the urgent need for healthcare professionals locally, provincially and nationally, studies are looking deeper into specifics.
Flags lowered to recognize passing of former councillor
ARRAN-ELDERSLIE - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie announced the passing of Douglas Bell, a three member of council and a long-time municipal staff in a May 27 press release.
Hanover fire department receives $25,000 memorial donation
HANOVER - The Town of Hanover Fire Department recently announced an “extraordinary and deeply meaningful donation” made by Barb Schlatman and family in memory of retired Deputy Chief Joe Schlatman (#89).
Taste of Togetherness attracts large crowd in inaugural year
WINGHAM – The first annual Taste of Togetherness festival was held May 30, at the Wingham Branch…
