The Wingham Legion Branch 180 installed its officers for 2023 on Wednesday, May 31. This year’s officers include, from left: Andy Roger, Tracey MacDonald, Terry Anger, John Douglas, Cheryl Saint, James Saint (first vice-president), Rose McKaque (president), Tom Chester (second vice-president); Legio
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Summer Reading Club returns to library this summer
The Huron County Library will once again host the TD Summer Reading Club this year.
Pride flag raised in Wingham
With June 1 marking the start of Pride Month in North Huron, the Pride flag was raised on the flag pole in front of town hall in Wingham last Thursday. No official ceremony was held this year for the flag raising. Within hours of the flag being raised, a pair of signs appeared on the construction fe
Fundraiser launched for Gorrie family who lost home to fire
An online fundraiser has been launched to assist a Gorrie family who lost their home to a fire over the weekend.
Emergency funding approved for Wingham Columbus Centre HVAC unit
Director of Public Works Gregg Furtney submitted an emergency funding request to North Huron council at its June 5 meeting, asking for funds to replace one of the rooftop heating/air conditioning units that has failed.
Barn Dance Campout draws big crowds in Blyth
The 25th and final Barn Dance Jamboree and Campout in Blyth was a big success, according to Gord Baxter.
Council awards infrastructure contract for Hutton Heights subdivision
Phase 2 of the Hutton Heights subdivision, which includes installing the infrastructure necessary to support the new housing, was given the green light at the North Huron council meeting on June 5, with councillors voting to approve the request for proposals (RFP) recommendation presented by Public
North Huron adopts policy to disperse museum collection
North Huron council accepted the draft museum deaccessioning policy from Denise Lockie, community engagement officer, at its June 5 meeting.
South Bruce CLC members hear about post-site selection regulatory processes
Members of the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) met virtually on June 1 to learn hear from representatives of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC).
Open-air fire ban issued in Huron County
Fire chiefs in Huron County have issued an open-air fire ban, effective immediately.
IN PHOTOS: Howick Central Public School’s 2023 track and field meet
Howick Central Public School hosted its track and field meet on Thursday, May 25. Athletes competed in several events throughout the day.
Four Madill athletes take home top prizes at WOSSAA
The WOSSAA Track and Field Championships took place on May 25-26, 2023 at the Western Alumni Stadium in London.
Maitland Conservation thanks retiring member Dave Turton
The board of directors from Maitland Conservation honoured retiring member Dave Turton at its May 17 meeting, thanking him for his hard work and dedication over the last eight years, especially his time as chair during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Memories of Wingham: Ken Wood
This is the fourth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
Howick firefighters’ breakfast a smashing hit
If you were looking for someone in the village of Gorrie on Sunday morning, chances are they were enjoying breakfast at the fire hall. The Howick Firefighters Association hosted its annual breakfast on May 28, serving a steady stream of hungry residents. At 10 a.m., people were lined up out the door
