HOWICK – The Township of Howick put out a media release on Aug. 25, stating the resignation of CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis, effective Sept. 4.
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Morris-Turnberry amends subdivision agreement for Lowertown development
Council here carried a motion to amend a subdivision agreement with Rural Management Inc. in order to allow the developer of a future subdivision in Lowertown to establish model homes on the property.
Howick approves drainage improvements
HOWICK – Council here heard from its drainage superintendent regarding the tender awarded for the Merkley Municipal Drain, and granted approval for improvements to Municipal Drain #10.
Howick amends fees, charges
HOWICK – Council here approved enactment of a bylaw to amend schedules B, G and H of the Consolidated Fees and Charges bylaw, which came into effect at the time of passing.
‘Ride the Midwest’ raises $5,175 for Wingham hospital foundation
WINGHAM – Bradley Burton of Seaforth recently completed a four-day bicycle ride to support the…
Council awards Latronica Drain tender to Robinson Farm Drainage
Council here approved awarding a tender for construction work as part of the Latronica Municipal Drain project to Robinson Farm Drainage, of Ailsa Craig, in the amount of $196,316.
Morris-Turnberry approves rebrand, unveils new logo representing rural identity
Morris-Turnberry council has voted on a re-brand for the municipality, bringing the visual representation into the modern era with approval of the final design concept.
Huron County council makes ‘precedent-setting’ decision in Howick severance approval; comes in wake of shifting agricultural industry, affordability
Huron County council’s decision Aug. 12 to allow a ‘50/50 split’ severance of a farm property in Howick has the potential to make significant impact, as Director of Planning and Economic Development Denise Van Amersfoort worded it prior to the vote.
“Colour Is…” opens at Blyth Festival Art Gallery featuring 28 artists, encourages communication through colour
In red-rimmed glasses, Percival taught the audience that colour is something people aren’t having conversations about – but should be.
Associate Medical Officer of Health named for HPPH
HURON/PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) recently shared in a media release that the Ministry of Health has approved the appointment of Dr. Lauren Hayward as Associate Medical Officer of Health for HPPH.
One local representative set for new conservation board
As the provincially-mandated amalgamation of conservation areas looms, Maitland Conservation (MC) is continuing its campaign of awareness of the realities and shifts that will take place.
Huron plowing match coming to Morris-Turnberry in its ninety-eighth year
The 98th Annual Huron County Ploughing Match will be in Huron County Aug. 20-21, at 41936 Howick-Turnberry Road, Morris-Turnberry.
McKee Tattoo in downtown Wingham holds tenth anniversary celebration Aug. 7
“This day is also dedicated to the memory of our founder, Sheldon McKee,” a social media post from the business details.
North Huron council proposes increasing reeve pay by $8,957, 64.16%
North Huron Council carried a motion to approve an increase in the 2027 honorarium of reeve, deputy reeve and councillor positions, with additional pay adjustments for attending meetings.
North Huron council’s decision for literary garden location stands
Several members of the Wingham and District Horticultural Society supported two members speaking at North Huron council’s regular meeting Aug. 10.

