Kicking off the double whammy anniversary season: the 50th Blyth Festival Theatre season, as well as Gil Garrett’s 10th season as artistic director, is The Farm Show.
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Bat in Stratford tests positive for rabies
A bat in Stratford has tested positive for the rabies virus.
Two charged following drug trafficking investigation in Perth and Huron
A resident of West Perth and a resident of Huron East have been arrested on multiple charges following a drug trafficking investigation in Perth and Huron Counties on June 13.
Allegations, innuendo, suspicion hang over Parliament Hill
The mere thought there has been foreign interference in Canada’s political process is shocking enough, but the notion there were MPs and/or senators who may have conspired with foreign governments like China and India leaves the average Canadian speechless.
Howick Council allowing four acres on Strong Farm to be severed
Lynda and Kent Strong of Howick were granted approval from council here to go forward with application C30-2024 and C31-2024 to build two residential lots for their adult children in “prime agricultural area” as the agenda states for its June 4 meeting.
Howick Council to review bylaw on livestock in settlement areas
Council here stayed the order for Robert (Bob) Gibson and his daughter Connie Gibson to keep their 25 quails on their property in Fordwich, although it is currently a bylaw violation.
Wingham fireworks display moved to June 30
North Huron council approved a request from Community Engagement Coordinator Denise Lockie to change the date of Wingham’s annual Canada Day fireworks show from July 1 to June 30 to “enhance the homecoming experience,” Lockie said in her report.
Heffer proposes changes to public commentary at council meetings
Reeve Paul Heffer put forth a Notice of Motion at the June 17 regular council meeting to have staff investigate how other municipalities receive public comments during their meetings.
Webster donates $100,000 for Alice Munro Memorial scholarship
When George Webster sold his house in a seller’s market, he didn’t do what most people might do – take a six month sabbatical to Italy, scout out a cottage in Muskoka, do absolutely nothing and enjoy it – he chose to invest in the future, someone else’s, that is.
Local author publishes children’s book about navigating grief
Local author Deborah Dickson spoke about grief on June 13 at the book signing for her debut children’s book Always Kiss Me Goodnight. She also spoke about hope, community, memory, and strength.
Royal Canadian Legion support medical equipment at Wingham Hospital
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation is the recipient of a grant in the amount of $18,332 provided by the Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Command Branches and Ladies’ Auxiliaries Charitable Foundation.
Graham’s “Post Alice” puts difficult rural issues centre stage
Playwright Taylor Marie Graham’s production Post Alice had its second run during the Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story June 5 - 9 on Blyth’s Harvest Stage.
Township declines to pay for work at Wingham Columbus Centre
The Township of North Huron will not pay for what it calls unauthorized work at the Wingham Columbus Centre Hall after receiving an invoice for $74,145.91 from the hall operators.
New online registration for North Huron recreation programs
Effective June 5, North Huron Township will implement a new online registration process for its recreation programs.
Remembering humble beginnings
I fear that a couple of councils are teetering on a slippery slope, with the recent disapproval of a townhome development.
