Omicron has officially arrived in the region, after two confirmed cases of the COVID-19 variant were reported by Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) last week.
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Forgotten stories from the Wingham Advance Times’ 150 years in business
There has been a newspaper serving the Town of Wingham for 150 years.
Merry Month of Meals campaign a success
Pauline Kerkhof (right) made a donation to the North Huron Food Share on Dec. 13. Funds were raised from her Merry Month of Meals campaign. The campaign, supported by several local businesses, was to support local families in need this holiday season. It was a collection of meal sachets that help to
North Huron council requests more information about electric vehicle chargers
The recent announcement of a conflict of interest has triggered a pause in installing electric vehicle charging stations in North Huron. Council has requested that ChargerCrew come before them to answer some questions before making any decisions.
North Huron appoints casual bylaw, property standards officer
Council approved the appointment of a casual bylaw/property standards officer on Dec. 20 at the last council meeting of 2021.
Local businessman fundraises for family devastated by fire
A fire recently destroyed Bruce and Cindy Casemore’s home, and one local businessman wants to help the family rebuild their home.
Huron and Area Search and Rescue team requests use of municipal building
The Huron and Area Search and Rescue (HASAR) asked North Huron council if they could use one of the vacant municipal buildings in Blyth as a home base for their equipment, vehicles, and training, as they have outgrown their current locations.
Historic Teeswater Mill has been converted into a vacation destination
What was once known as Little’s Mill, and used as a grist mill has now become Bruce County’s newest vacation destination.
North Huron council, staff make donation to Community Food Share
On Dec. 22, North Huron Reeve Bernie Bailey, Deputy Reeve Trevor Seip and staff dropped off non-perishable food donations to the North Huron Community Food Share, collected by members of council and staff.
Wingham fire hall upgrades exceed grant funding amount
Jamie McCarthy, director of public works, told North Huron council that funding received from the government in December 2020 for upgrading washroom facilities at two municipal buildings would no longer cover both renovations due to an increase in the cost of building materials and labour.
Recent overdose deaths raise concern for OPP
Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) wish to remind the public of the potentially lethal consequences of opioid use following four suspected opioid drug overdose deaths this month, with the latest occurring on Christmas Eve.
Ironmen split weekend games against Barons, Flyers
The Wingham Ironmen’s recent plays have landed them in the fourth spot in the PJHL Pollock Division.
Wingham U9 Blue LL off to good start
The Wingham U9 Blue team has gotten off to a good start this season. After having last year cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the kids were hungry to get on the ice and hone their skills. For at least one player, this was the first opportunity to play hockey.
Chippewas of Nawash presented with $25,000 scholarship funds
Founder and CEO of eSupply Canada, Steven Vanloffeld, presented a $25,000 scholarship fund to the Chippewas of Nawash on Dec. 16.
North Huron home sales remain strong in November
North Huron, like much of the Huron-Perth region, continues to be a seller’s market.
