At the Township of Howick council meeting on Oct. 18, 2022, Reeve Doug Harding presented Josh Kestner with the Fire Chief epaulets. Having been in the new gig for three months now, the Wingham Advance Times sat down with Chief Kestner to see how he is faring in the job.
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Wingham Hospital Auxiliary holds draw for iPad, gift card
The Wingham Hospital Auxiliary recently made a draw for their fundraiser. The first prize was an iPad and the second prize was a gift card from Foodland.
Huron County successful in second round of Tourism Relief Funding
Rick Sickinger, economic development officer for Huron County, presented a report to county councillors on Jan. 18 informing them of the economic development department’s successful application to the second round of Tourism Relief Funding, which will provide funds to begin the launch of a new maple
McNeil appointed chair of Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
Huron County Warden Glen McNeil has been appointed chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC).
Howick approves increase to firefighter compensation for truck, equipment maintenance
During the Jan. 17 Howick council meeting, Fire Chief Josh Kestner presented a report to council in regards to changing the remuneration for truck and equipment inspections.
Morris-Turnberry council approves multiple purchases ahead of budget
Council has given staff the green light to proceed multiple purchases for the public works department ahead of approving the 2023 budget.
‘Treasure swap’ service discontinued by Morris-Turnberry
Residents will no longer be able to drop off and pick up items at the Morris-Turnberry landfill for “treasure swapping.”
Blyth Lions donated to Northern Huron Connection Centre
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) recently received a donation towards the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham from the Blyth Lions Club. The Lions contributed $500 to the initiative. Pictured: Lion Fred DeBoer, president of the Blyth Lions Club, presents Lisa Harper, UWPH community developm
F.E. Madill snack program seeking assistance
Lisa Jackson, teacher and snack program coordinator at F.E. Madill Secondary School, is seeking additional help with the food program.
Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 squad finalists at Silver Stick
The Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 team had a successful weekend at the Silver Stick Tournament in Parkhill last weekend, finishing as finalists and silver medalists. Wingham tied Drayton 2-2 in the first game of the tournament, and followed that game with a pair of wins over East Lambton (8-1) and South
Ironmen shut down Barons for Sunday matinee victory
The Wingham Ironmen defense corps was dialled in on Sunday afternoon at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex, limiting the visiting Hanover Barons to 21 shots en route to a 4-1 win for the home side.
2024 Wingham Homecoming plans officially underway
Recruitment for volunteer committee members is underway to begin planning for the 2024 Wingham Homecoming reunion event officially.
Saugeen Conservation elects new chair at AGM
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has a new chair – Barbara Dobreen, representing Southgate. She was acclaimed to the position during the Jan. 19 annual meeting of the authority’s board of directors.
IN PHOTOS: Hockey Day in Howick 2023
Hockey Day in Howick returned in fine fashion on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Howick Community Centre, where 11 teams within the Howick and Upper Maitland Mustangs organizations put their skills on display for another exciting event that received tremendous spectator support.
HPPH provides update on respiratory illness season
In Huron-Perth, the challenges of the respiratory illness season continue as viruses such as COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) still circulate the region.
