The operation parameters of the Wingham Town Hall Theatre were openly discussed at the April 2 regular North Huron council meeting, but a decision on how to proceed was deferred to a later date after BIA Chair Dave Tiffin requested more time for a constructive conversation.
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Wingham hosts Earth Day litter cleanup event
An Earth Day Litter Cleanup was organized by Pete Mulvey, a resident of Wingham who noticed the litter along the street and community trail and decided to do something about it.
Canada moves closer to point of no return with our national debt
There’s an old bit of wisdom courtesy of Ernest Hemingway that you go broke two ways: first gradually, then suddenly.
Abandoned Wescast employees hold protest over $10 million in payments owed to workers
It’s been nine months since Wescast Industries shuttered its doors, laying off 180 workers from its Wingham-based foundry with a promise that the closure would be temporary.
Howick council passes application to amend zoning by-law
WROXETER – Howick Township held its council meeting on April 25 with a public meeting held under section 34 of the Planning Act to discuss the Howick Township zoning bylaw.
Independent MC thanks community for ongoing breakfast club support
WINGHAM—The Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) was back in the community on Friday, April 19,…
Tipi-raising event held near Gowanstown
Kaswentha/Two Row Now, a group of Indigenous and local allies who have been gathering information and creating events designed to address Truth and Reconciliation in the Huron-Perth areas, has reached a significant milestone.
Regional organizations promote equitable access to tax services
It’s tax season and most people are busy doing their own taxes or paying someone to do them. However, since access to tax services is not equitable, United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) and Poverty to Prosperity Huron Perth (P2P) are spreading the word about an existing service available to residents who
MC Board reviews changes to Conservation Authority Act
The Maitland Conservation (MC) board of directors reviewed the results of the new singular Conservation Authority Regulations that now replaces MVCA’s previous Regulations (Ontario Regulation 164/06 and R.R.O. Reg 117) and associated changes to the Conservation Authorities Act at the regular MC boar
Wingham restaurant owner back in court
Stephen Hill, owner of Buck and Jo’s restaurant in downtown Wingham, was back in court on Apr. 15 for the second part of his appeal hearing.
South Bruce resident faces weapons charges
A 42-year-od South Bruce resident faces several weapons-related charges in connection with an incident here last month.
Local man to play pool for 30 hours, raising money for ALS
Billiards is an activity that can be enjoyed at all ages and by players of all different levels of skills. Playing for a couple hours is fun - playing all night, even better. But for 30 hours? Now, that’s a commitment - an accomplishment that Ty Cross is aiming to complete from 10 a.m. on May 4 to 4
Original Gordon Lightfoot Band to perform in Blyth on April 26
The songs of Gordon Lightfoot will be peformed at Blyth Memorial Hall by his original touring band on April 26.
Wingham hospital auxiliary holds spring rummage sale
The Auxiliary to Wingham & District Hospital hosted its annual spring rummage sale at Wingham Legion Branch 180 on April 17 - 18. The sale featured a wide variety of gently used items, including clothing, household goods, and electronics, all available for purchase.
OPP investigating collision involving vehicle, buggy
According to an OPP release, no injuries were reported from a crash involving a horse drawn buggy.
