Kristi White, author of children’s book series The Adventures of Jay and Gizmo visited Wingham Town Hall Theatre.
Wingham Advance Times
Intimate Partner Violence response an employers’ responsibility, new consultation service helps workplaces prepare
“Meeting this obligation calls for a clear workplace policy and program, proactive risk assessments, and staff training,” and many workplaces lack this expertise.
North Huron to increase building fees
Proposed changes include one new fee and one significant increase, as well as smaller adjustments.
Wescast Community Complex, Senior Active Living Centre celebrate anniversaries
WINGHAM – North Huron staff are preparing for the Wescast Community Complex (NHWCC) to celebrate…
Local EQAO results land close to provincial standards
ONTARIO – The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) results have been released for all Ontario schools.
Farm Frolic opens doors to wide variety of county creations, landscapes, products
The Huron County Farm Frolic on Sept. 19 charted a map to several farm open houses, from longhorn cattle to wineries to pumpkin patches.
Council discusses school safety signs for Anabaptist schools
A topic heard often at this time of year, school safety was discussed during Huron County’s council meeting Sept. 23.
Huron County public works review update
The review in full intends to assess current service levels and delivery models across the department, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability.
Huron County OPP saw 131 collisions in summer months, decrease in violent crime
Each time the Huron County OPP board meets, the detachment commander provides data tables of the latest in local crime occurrences. At their Sept. 21 meeting, Inspector Laura Lee Brown’s report paints a picture of July and August in the county, and the charges put forth from Huron County OPP.
Festival of Lanterns set for Oct. 30
This year’s Festival of Lanterns is scheduled for October 30. More details about the annual Halloween event are expected at a later date.
Library technician shares history of Huron County libraries
The Wingham and Area Historical Society kicked off its fall season on Wed. Sept. 2 at the Alice Munro Library with a very interesting and informative slide presentation and talk by Huron County Library technician and self-published author, Hamilton Baker-Greaves.
Huron County Long-term care homes identify action items to respond to shifting landscape
This operational review, according to Mellors, focused on workforce challenges like recruitment and retention, aligning budget and processes with the treasury department, leadership structure adjustments – with the review making related subsequent recommendations.
Fair weather fun at 2026 Howick Fall Fair
HOWICK - There was plenty of fun to be had at the Howick Fall Fair on Sept. 26.
Howick revises workplace policy
HOWICK – Revisions to the Respectful Workplace Policy in the township have been made at council’s Sept. 15 meeting, including changes to how complaints involving senior management or members of council are reported.
Howick approves establishment of election audit committee
HOWICK – Council here will participate in a joint Huron County committee responsible for handling complaints related to campaign finances following the 2026 municipal election.
