Despite the growing concerns surrounding the surge in COVID-19 cases, Reeve Bernie Bailey was the only member of council willing to return to virtual meetings.
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Sawchuk to lead provincial committee
n an effort to continue the work of identifying, removing and preventing barriers for people with disabilities, the Ontario government has invited Julie Sawchuk to chair the Standards Development Committee.
Wingham Trailer Park rezoning sees opposition
A handful of Wingham residents expressed their concerns about a rezoning request submitted to North Huron council regarding the former Wingham Trailer Park property during an open meeting on Dec. 20.
Royal Homes extends support to Reception House Waterloo
Royal Homes is pleased to announce that it will be supporting Reception House Waterloo Region in their efforts to welcome refugees arriving in our community.
Council approves funding for Formosa multi-use pad
A covered multi-use pad is coming to Formosa, and just in time for the community’s homecoming celebration next year.
Formosa Lions honour long-serving members
The Formosa Lions Club member and District Governor Jennifer Batte (far right) recently presented Milestone Chevron Awards to a number of Lions for their long-time service to the organization. Pictured, from left: Lion Carl Zettel, 45 years; Pat Strauss, 45 years; Mike Hallahan, 45 years; Joan Borho
Referendum on DGR will not occur until NWMO studies are completed, hosting agreement drafted
Council decided they want to see the results of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) studies – and what a hosting agreement would look like – before allowing the community to vote on their willingness to host the NWMO’s deep geological repository (DGR).
MAPH making Christmas season merrier for residents
The Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron (MAPH) is delivering Christmas cheer to families in the region.
Klassen encourages residents to get COVID booster shot
With the provincial government opening up eligibility of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots (third doses) to all residents over the age of 18 and the rising number of cases due to the Omicron variant, some members of the population have actively expressed their frustration, confusion and anger over vacc
Deconstruction of Gorrie Mill continues
The ongoing deconstruction of the Gorrie Mill continues. Locals take the old building apart one piece at a time, on Dec. 17.
Ontario to cut capacity limits, reduce gathering sizes in response to Omicron
The province is implementing new capacity restrictions to several sectors in response to the ever-increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Ontario.
Police lay 13 charges in stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter
A Hamilton man is facing a total of 13 criminal charges stemming from a stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter.
Province expands COVID-19 booster dose eligibility to those 18 and older
The province has expanded eligibility for third COVID-19 vaccine doses to all Ontarians 18 and older beginning Dec. 20.
North Perth man charged with stunt driving
A North Perth man has been charged with stunt driving following a traffic stop that took place in Whitechurch on Dec. 15.
Sygrove, Rothwell elected chair, vice-chair of AMDSB for 2022
The Avon Maitland District School Board has announced that Al Sygrove of Southwest Huron and Nancy Rothwell of North Perth will lead the Board of Trustees in 2022, as chair and vice-chair respectively.