The Blyth-Brussels Crusaders U13 LL squad travelled to Palmerston to take on the Minto Mad Dogs on March 16. The Crusaders were handed their first loss of the post-season, losing 6-1.
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Wingham U15 LL Ironmen win consolation title at Young Canada Week
The Wingham Ironmen U15 LL team travelled to Goderich to take part in the 72nd annual Young Canada Week tournament. After a rocky start, the team steadied the ship and skated away with the U15 LL Consolation Trophy following a 7-2 win over Mid-Huron. Team members include: Dustin Benninger, Darcy DeV
North Huron lends support to North Perth motion on mandatory school bus stop arm cameras
North Huron council has expressed its support of a motion from the Municipality of North Perth regarding the installation of cameras on school bus stop arms.
North Huron receives no RFPs to operate three facilities
The operation of the fitness centre at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex, the Blyth Campground and the Blyth and District Community Centre will be status quo this year.
Wingham Minor Hockey executive asks council to reconsider proposed rec cuts
The Wingham Minor Hockey executive committee has asked North Huron council to reconsider proposed service cuts at North Huron’s recreation facilities as part of the 2023 budget deliberations.
Britespan certifies as a living wage employer
Britespan Building Systems Inc. is the latest business to certify as a living wage employer.
Residents hope to establish new 2024 Wingham Homecoming committee
A local couple is hoping to keep the dream of a 2024 Wingham Homecoming alive.
C&M Seeds’ winter canola – high risk, high reward
C&M Seeds is no stranger to being a leader in their industry. They’re “committed to advancing the future of agriculture” and “doing everything they can” to aid in making crop production a profitable venture.
‘Normal’ best description of spring, summer forecast, says climatologist
As David Phillips likes to say, “You’re only as good as your last forecast.”
‘The training is missing’
Jason Wolf is passionate about his job. The Palmerston resident works in the highly-specialized field of telecommunications, making sure towers are properly constructed and those working on the towers stay safe.
Farmers call on feds to end fertilizer tariff, reimburse farmers
The Ontario Bean Growers, along with farmers from across Canada, are calling on the federal government to end the tariff on fertilizer purchased from Russia and to reimburse farmers the $34 million they’ve set aside from the tariffs already paid.
Bill 23 and agriculture – how local farmers are affected
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) recently released an informative webinar titled “Home Grown: The Impacts of Bill 23 on Agriculture Across Ontario.”
SVCA: Public to have greater input in flood forecasting
One of the highlights of the March 16 meeting of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors was a presentation by Elise MacLeod, manager of water resources. Included was an introduction to a new flood forecasting tool that invites public input.
Steady start to 2023 for building permits in South Bruce
2023 has gotten off to a steady start in South Bruce when it comes to the building department.
South Bruce council declines request to administer bursary for local group
Council has opted not to proceed with a request from the Teeswater Highlander Pipe and Drum Band to administer a bursary on the band’s behalf.
