The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) and the Wingham Community Connectors (WCC) are combining forces again, preparing to host their second volunteer fair on Sunday, Sept. 24, at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex.
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IN PHOTOS: 101st Elementary School Fair in Belgrave
The 101st Elementary School Fair was held in Belgrave on Wednesday, Sept. 13.
DGR survey results indicate majority feel South Bruce is ‘moving in the right direction on the proposed project’
A representative from Deloitte says the response rate from South Bruce’s recent community survey was “above average” for what the organization sees in similar surveys they conduct.
Wingham Terry Fox Run raises over $28,000
For a community the size of Wingham – 5,395 according to the 2021 Census – to raise the kind of money it does every year for the Terry Fox Foundation, is nothing short of exceptional.
CUPE warns health-care crisis will deepen based on provincial projections
Based on the current trajectories surrounding Ontario’s growing shortfalls in the health-care sector, a new report from the Canadian Union of Public Employees’ (CUPE) Ontario Council of Hospital Unions (OCHU) warns that the impending crisis will only worsen if things stay on their current path.
Deputy chief estimates over $1M loss in pig barn fire west of Wingham
Four area fire departments were called to the scene of a fire west of Wingham on Sept. 18.
Wingham Minor Hockey back on the ice for another season
The familiar sounds of minor hockey are once again filling the air at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex in Wingham. Teams have begun practicing for the 2023-24 season, with the U15 players taking the ice on Wednesday, Sept. 6.
Council approves request to include pool liner replacement in 2024 budget
Council has approved a staff request to include the replacement of the Howick Optimist Pool’s liner in the 2024 budget.
Wingham’s Riley Good plays key role in Canada’s bronze medal win at WBSC Americas Pan American Championship
The U18 men’s national softball team captured the bronze medal in an exciting pitcher’s duel in extra innings against Argentina at the 2023 WBSC Americas Pan American Championship on Sunday, Sept. 10.
IN PHOTOS: DJ’s Furniture holds grand opening for Wroxeter showroom
Last weekend, DJ’s Handcrafted Solid Wood Furniture held a grand opening celebration in honor of the opening of its new showroom at 43195 Amberley Road, Wroxeter. In addition to offering its biggest sale ever, attendees could partake in funnel cakes and axe throwing (safe for all ages) while getting
‘Sooner or later, we’ve got to stop dividing up little pieces of land’
Applications to sever land is a regular agenda item at many council meetings; most either get approved or denied, but on Sept. 6 at the regular Huron County council meeting, one particular application met some pretty stiff opposition from several councillors.
Howick awards gravel, winter sand tenders
Council has awarded tenders for maintenance “A” gravel and winter sand.
Council approves purchase of new brush chipper
Council has given its stamp of approval to allow public works to purchase a new brush chipper.
Morris-Turnberry to move forward with culvert replacement on Kieffer Line
Council has given public works the green light to proceed with a culvert replacement on Kieffer Line.
First day of school
Maitland River Elementary School posted several photos to their social media page and the following message – “It was an amazing first day for our Triumph. Shiny halls, cool learning spaces and excited staff welcomed our students back to school today. Thank you, Staff.” Pictured: Principal Lorrie Go
