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Wingham Advance Times
25th annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon inspires giving
At the end of the seven-hour broadcast, $501,039 was raised towards vital health care projects for hospitals in participating communities, including Chesley, Mount Forest, Palmerston, Wingham, Walkerton, Listowel, Clinton, Hanover and Seaforth.
Morris-Turnberry building, bylaw departments busy
Over these months, the building department reports 42 projects, varying from agricultural storage sheds, sewage systems to agricultural additions like a silo and grain bin/foundation, to residential projects like decks, pools and new dwellings.
OPP register 111 speeding charges in Huron over Thanksgiving weekend
The campaign, ran Oct. 9 and 12, focused on the leading negative driving behaviours that contribute to death, injury and property damage on Ontario roads and highways: speeding, failure to wear a seatbelt, distracted driving, impaired driving and fatigue.
Huron’s Rodger one of six recognized with provincial 4-H award
4-H Ontario recently recognized six individuals with the Outstanding New Volunteer Award, sponsored by Gay Lea Foods, including Huron County’s Connor Rodger.
United Way Perth-Huron announces Burgsma, Glenn as Huron chairs
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) recently announced the new Huron co-chairs for the 2026-27 campaign are Kim Burgsma and Bernice Glenn.
Alzheimer Society presents Fall 2026 Dementia Education event
The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth recently announced that its annual virtual Fall Dementia Education Night will feature Dr. Heather Keller.
Vintage postcards show Wingham of old, historical society shares memories through material history
Wingham’s branch of the Huron County Library was full as Vath’s presentation spanning a hundred cards, collected through antique shows and more recently, online, provoked the audience to call out recognition of buildings, streets and landscapes – many drastically different, many much the same.
Fordwich Cenotaph project more than two times over budget
HOWICK – The Fordwich Cenotaph and surrounding grounds have undergone restoration work this year, with council previously approving a $10,000 budget for the project in the 2026 operating budget under Closed Cemeteries.
Municipality looks to province for Pioneer Park upgrades
Council here passed a motion authorizing staff to submit an application to the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund for improvement to Bluevale’s Pioneer Park.
Fire Chief Chad Kregar appointed as Huron County fire coordinator for another four-year term
North Huron council supports and acknowledges Fire Chief Chad Kregar’s continued appointment in the role of Huron County fire coordinator for another four year term.
Muskrat Festival rebrands ahead of new annual event
North Huron council approved the preparation of a Nov. 2 bylaw to adopt a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Flying Pig Shindig Committee and the township, ahead of the new committee’s 2027 event plans.
North Huron approves proposed adjustments to draft fees and charges; new fees for cemetery services; adjustments to recreation and licensing fees
At its Oct. 19 meeting, North Huron council approved the proposed 2027 draft fees and charges schedule, which will be brought back for official adoption on Nov. 2. Discussion ensued about new charges and adjusted fees across the township’s departments, mainly cemetery fees.
Listowel raises funds in 25th annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon
LISTOWEL – On Oct. 17, the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon took to the airwaves with a mission…
South Bruce candidates answer questions
Candidates for the upcoming South Bruce municipal election answer questions from Midwestern Newspapers
