At the Nov. 1 meeting for the Township of Howick council, Treasurer Brenda Weishar presented a brief cost of living report for council’s review.
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United Way Perth-Huron announces living wage increase
Living Wage Week in Ontario runs Nov. 14-18, and United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) Social Research and Planning Council is announcing the new living wage of $20.70 an hour, up from $17.95 just one year ago.
Huron-Perth MOH encourages public to get COVID-19 booster, flu shot
At the Nov. 4 Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health meeting, Medical Officer of Health (MOH), Dr. Miriam Klassen, presented her report to the board, which included updates on what HPPH is doing locally in response to the upcoming flu season and continuous COVID-19 pandemic.
North Huron signs three-year lease for Galbraith Park soccer field
North Huron council opted to renew the lease with Maitland Conservation (MC) for Galbraith Park for a three-year term, following a one-year renewal in 2021.
Heffer addresses Morris-Turnberry council at inaugural meeting
The new council term began on Nov. 15 in Morris-Turnberry with the swearing-in of new and returning councillors, the appointment of the Deputy Mayor, and a formal inaugural address from Mayor Jaime Heffer.
Expressions of interest for Hutton Heights development open again
The second round of expressions of interest for developing the Hutton Heights subdivision began on Nov. 1. It will run until Nov. 28 at 2 p.m.
Lighting of the Lights returns
On Saturday, Nov. 12 the Lighting of the Lights returned to Cruickshank Park in Wingham.
Teeswater Medical Centre campaign reaches $2M
A generous donation from Bruce Power brought the Teeswater Medical Centre $100,000 closer to its $2.6 million goal to renovate the existing building into a state-of-the-art medical facility, including space for a new doctor, a pharmacy, and other healthcare professionals.
North Huron council parks changes to downtown parking bylaw
North Huron’s parking bylaw will remain the same, with two-hour parking between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
IN PHOTOS: Wingham Minor Hockey Fun Day 2022
Wingham Minor Hockey hosted a Hockey Fun Day at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex on Saturday, Nov. 5.
Ironmen tie Hawks, drop tight decision to Barons
The Wingham Ironmen returned home to the North Huron Wescast Community Complex last weekend for the first time since mid-October following an extended road trip, picking up only one of a possible four points in PJHL North Pollock Division action.
Mustangs book ticket to Huron-Perth basketball finals
As the old sports adage goes, defense wins championships. The F.E. Madill senior girls’ basketball team is hoping that holds true when they take on the undefeated St. Michael Catholic Secondary School Warriors for the Huron-Perth title on Nov. 9.
Lucknow Kinsmen donate to Wingham hospital
The Lucknow Kinsmen recently donated $2,500 to the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation’s Radiothon campaign.
Proposed M-T Official Plan amendments would allow for ARUs
A public meeting was held on Nov. 1 at the Morris-Turnberry municipal office to discuss proposed changes to the Morris-Turnberry Official Plan and zoning bylaw.
Howick clerk retiring Nov. 15
After over eight years as clerk for the Township of Howick council, Carol Watson will be officially retiring as of Nov. 15.
