This is the fourth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
Wingham Advance Times
Howick firefighters’ breakfast a smashing hit
If you were looking for someone in the village of Gorrie on Sunday morning, chances are they were enjoying breakfast at the fire hall. The Howick Firefighters Association hosted its annual breakfast on May 28, serving a steady stream of hungry residents. At 10 a.m., people were lined up out the door
Howick Mutual Insurance celebrates 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance marked their 150th anniversary by hosting a celebration at their office in Wingham on May 26. Lots of fun was to be had during the event, as local musician Natalie Irwin performed and beef on a bun was served by Cardiff BBQ. Pictured are the current staff of Howick Mutual Ins
Community mailboxes to be installed in Fordwich
At its May 16 meeting, Howick council received a report from public works, updating members on the community mailboxes (CMB) in Fordwich.
Wingham Independent MC barbecue raises nearly $3,000 for local breakfast programs
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) is calling support for its latest fundraiser “phenomenal.”
Madill rugby program has historic week
Mustangs, no matter their body type, are known to be surefooted and have good endurance, so it’s not surprising that the athletes representing the F.E. Madill Secondary Mustangs display similar attributes on the rugby pitch.
More than $13,000 collected at Wingham event for Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth
It was a beautiful day to hike the Wingham Community Trail on Saturday, May 27.
Union: Wescast announces intentions to close Wingham foundry operations
One of Wingham’s longest operating industries intends to close its foundry operations, according to the union that represents its workers.
Mildmay’s Owen Riegling nominated for CMAOntario Rising Star Award
Owen Riegling has a remarkable list of credentials for someone who’s still in what would be the early stages of their career for most musicians.
Maitland River Elementary School hosts track and field meet
Maitland River Elementary School held its annual track and field meet on May 17 at F.E. Madill Secondary School, with multiple divisions of student-athletes taking part in a number of different track events.
Wingham and Area Historical Society Board looking to learn from area groups
The Wingham and Area Historical Society held its monthly meeting on May 17 at the Alice Munro Library.
Local teacher celebrated for literacy work
Teachers are the cornerstone of education and ones that care about the way that students learn are worthy of being celebrated. A local teacher is being rightly celebrated for her advancement of every learner’s right to read. Laura Bross from Brookside Public School in Lucknow has been awarded the In
Local heroes ready to make memories that matter
A small group of local heroes gathered around the kitchen table in Wendy Herbert’s dining room on May 17 to talk about why they volunteer and walk for Alzheimer’s every year, each one with a personal story of the grief and pain that comes with the devastating effects of this incurable disease.
Construction tender awarded for Greenley Municipal Drain
At its meeting on May 16, the Howick council received a drainage report and awarded a tender for the Greenley Municipal Drain.
Knights of Columbus make donation to Wingham school
Bill McGrath, left, and Neil Bieman from the Wingham Knights of Columbus, were at Sacred Heart Catholic School on May 19 with a big cheque for $1,000. Kathleen MacDonald, of Sacred Heart, accepted this donation which is for the school’s breakfast/snack club. The Knights of Columbus visited several o
