Bonnie Lysyk’s final report as auditor general confirms what those critical of the Ontario government’s changes to the Greenbelt felt: that the changes were not necessary and done to appease developers.
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What does Bill C-18 and Meta’s response mean for our readers?
In the next few weeks, readers may notice the newspaper has a reduced presence on social media.
New school principal ready to welcome students back to MRES
WINGHAM – Maitland River Elementary School (MRES) has a new principal this fall, and she is excited to be here.
Lesley Walter named Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming Ambassador
With 15 contestants, the judges of the Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming 2023 ambassador competition on Aug. 3 had their work cut out for them, before they named 17-year-old Lesley Walter the Homecoming ambassador.
‘Better Together’ theme set the tone for Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming
From the moment Homecoming co-chairs Ryan Kreager, Bill Lorentz and Curtis Schmalz cut the ribbon held by dignitaries South Bruce Mayor Mark Goetz and Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson, the crowd celebrated everything Mildmay-Carrick – together.
Wilcox outlines priorities for South Bruce OPP
Insp. Keegan Wilcox is the new South Bruce OPP detachment commander, effective July 3.
Local unemployment rate drops to 4.3 per cent in July
The local unemployment rate continues to drop, according to data released last week by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board.
AMDSB looking for homestay families for upcoming school year
With another school year just around the corner, the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is seeking homestay host families to provide housing for international secondary students during the upcoming 2023-24 year.
167th Teeswater Fair set for Aug. 17-20
Very few fairs have as long and storied a history as the Teeswater Fair.
Huron County Plowing Match set for August 17-18
This year’s Huron County Plowing Match has been anticipated by hosts Pete and Leisa Albers for years.
Greg Nadjiwon returns as Ogimaa of Neyaashiinigmiing
Greg Nadjiwon returned to his former seat as Ogimaa (Chief) of the Chippewas of Nawash after taking the last term off to rest and rejuvenate himself.
Saugeen First Nation mourns loss of esteemed elder, former chief
Tributes are pouring in for a beloved elder and former chief of the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nations, Vernon Roote, who went home to be with the ancestors on Aug. 4, 2023.
Memories of Wingham: John McDowell – Part II
The practice of mixed farming in the 1940s and ‘50s was, at times, a very “risky business.”
South Bruce council approves amended multi-year funding agreement with the NWMO
Council has authorized a bylaw that will allow the municipality to amend its multi-year funding agreement with the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO).
South Bruce CLC awards 2023 student bursaries to five local youth
The Community Liaison Committee (CLC) of South Bruce received a report outlining a recent review and subsequent continuation of the annual bursary program, which awards student applicants a $1,000 grant.
