A typical go-to Halloween costume - whether it’s a last-minute decision or a lack of better options - is a witch. It’s not just a classic costume; it’s a statement to the world that the costume-wearer is proud to be a unique individual with differing opinions or skills from societal norms.
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Howick Fire hosts another successful firefighter’s breakfast
GORRIE - The Howick Firefighters Association hosted a firefighters breakfast at the Howick fire station in Gorrie on Oct. 19.
Ironmen come up short in overtime against Walkerton Capitals
After falling 4-2 to the Fergus Whalers on Saturday, Oct. 25 the Wingham Ironmen fought to a 3-2 overtime loss against the last-place Walkerton Capitals on Sunday, Oct. 26.
U18B Whitecaps play to a 2-2 deadlock against Midwest 49ers
Midwest Newspapers recaps minor hockey action over the past week
Memories of Wingham: John Congram remembers ‘The Farm’ Part 1
Two miles south of Wingham, the farm straddled Highway 4 like a bow-legged cowboy, 50 acres to the west in East Wawanosh Township and 50 acres across the highway in Morris Township. As long as I can remember we visited the farm.
Council backs resolution urging feds to reintroduce Bill C-61
During the Oct. 6 regular North Huron Council meeting, Reeve Paul Heffer, supported by Coun. Anita van Hittersum, pulled an item from the correspondence received, agenda item 4.3.8. titled Township of Woolwich - Resolution – Bill C-61 First Nations Clean Water Act.
CKNX radiothon continues tradition of support for local hospitals
On Saturday, Oct. 18, the 24th Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon broadcast on AM920 to continue its mission of support for local hospitals in mid-western Ontario.
WAHS, Alice Munro Branch host “Diaries and Letters”
The Huron County Library Alice Munro Branch, with the support of the Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) recently hosted a presentation called “Diaries and Letters.”
Habitat for Humanity Huron to host ‘Community Thank You’ barbecue Oct. 25
Habitat For Humanity Huron County is inviting supporters to a 20th Anniversary “Community Thank You” event on Oct. 25 at the organization’s ReStores in Wingham and Goderich.
Students tackle food insecurity awareness during 30-hour famine
While most teenagers are focused on social media and the latest fashion trends, two F. E. Madill high school students are turning their attention to community service.
Tony McQuail urges action against international humanitarian crisis
Local farmer, grassroots advocate for peace, and current candidate in the federal NDP leadership race Tony McQuail, is challenging what he describes as a systematic genocide in Gaza and urging Canadians to recognize the complex historical roots of the conflict.
Gorrie residents voice concerns over project to conservation authority
Two women from Gorrie, Sonya Graham and Analis Hamers, shared their concerns about the naturalization project in the Gorrie Conservation Area at a recent Maitland Conservation (MC) Board meeting.
Third annual Diwali celebration held in Wingham Oct. 19
The Huron County Immigration Partnership and Huron Seva Foundation hosted the third annual Diwali…
Measles outbreak declared over
STRATFORD - The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health met together for its monthly meeting on Oct. 10, where Medical Officer of Health (MOH) and CEO Dr. Miriam Klassen provided another update on the measles outbreak across the province.
County set to announce closures through Municipal 511 website
Huron County will be using Municipal 511 to advise ratepayers of road closures throughout the county.
