Of the 41 bridges over a three-meter span in South Bruce, six need repairs, according to a bridge inspection report presented to council on Aug. 24.
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Safety Council to launch vaccine education, awareness program
In the continuing fight against COVID-19, clear, trustworthy, and well-researched information is crucial in ensuring informed decision-making. As Canada continues its fight against misinformation and vaccine hesitancy in attempts to increase nationwide vaccination rates, the Canada Safety Council is
HPPH supports forthcoming provincial vaccine certificate
HURON-PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) supports the Ontario government’s decision to…
Huron-Bruce candidates participate in all-candidates meeting
Four federal Huron-Bruce candidates squared off on the topic of agriculture, in last week’s all-candidates meeting hosted by the Huron and Bruce federations of agriculture.
Three killed in two-vehicle crash near Teeswater
CULROSS TOWNSHIP – Police are currently investigating a two-vehicle crash south of Teeswater…
Howick Mutual Insurance donates to Belmore Community Centre
Howick Mutual Insurance recently presented the Belmore Community Centre with a $5000 donation to go toward arena renovations. Pictured are, from left: Tammy Hickling, vice-president of operations at Howick Mututal; Steve Wright, director at Howick Mututal; Kyra Wright, treasurer of the Belmore Chamb
Howick to fill council vacancy based on 2018 votes
The resignation at the council meeting last month left Howick council with the decision of how to fill the vacancy.
Good planning makes good neighbours
Most people are familiar with the concept that good fences make good neighbours. A version of that was expressed at the Aug. 9 meeting of the committee of adjustment – good planning maintains harmony in a neighbourhood and prevents bad feelings among residents.
Tender accepted for Bruce Beach project
Council has approved the tender of Birnam Excavating Ltd. In the amount of $528,488 plus tax for the Bruce Municipal Drain phase one. This was the lowest of two bids, and is slightly below the engineer’s estimate of $543,880 plus tax.
March of Dimes helps Lucknow family, provides funding for modified van
The Irwin family celebrated on Aug. 20 after receiving much-needed funding to modify a van that would accommodate their 18-year-old son, who uses a wheelchair full-time.
Huron County initiative aims to diversify local agriculture by putting marginal lands to better use
The new agricultural product initiative, led by the Huron County economic development department, is encouraging local farmers to diversify their production by considering using their marginal lands for new crops.
New physician coming to Wingham
The Wingham and Area Health Professionals Recruitment Committee, the North Perth-North Huron Family Health Team and the Wingham & District Hospital are delighted to announce Dr. Mahrous Mousa will be practicing family medicine at the Royal Oaks Health and Wellness Centre and Wingham & District Hospi
North Huron holds pop-up clinic at Wescast Community Complex
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) held a walk-in vaccination clinic on Aug. 19 at the Wescast Community Complex, offering the Pfizer vaccine.
Local man reflects on coaching at his fifth Paralympic Games
I am pumped and honoured to be working with a group of 66 motivated and driven athletes (plus staff) at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. We’ve already dropped into Japan and are training at the Yokota AirForce Base.
First annual bike parade held in Blyth
Downtown Blyth was filled with colourful bicycles and laughter as the town’s children participated in the first annual bike parade, showing off their decorating and safety skills.
