Events and activities in Huron County will be more accessible for individuals with mobility issues with the purchase of a portable washroom that includes an access ramp with handrails.
Wingham Advance Times
Huron-Hospice to receive $190K in funding from province
The province is providing Huron Hospice with a substantial increase in funding for 2021-22.
Wingham property owner gets honourable mention for accessibility award
Arnold Morrison quickly responded to a request for help when a customer had difficulty getting in and out of the hair salon she frequented, installing a grab bar within two hours of hearing about the issue.
Local couple an inspiration, says Maitland Conservation
St. Augustine Creek couple Jann and Mike Van Massenhoven are inspiring others to plant more trees and shrubs, according to Maitland Conservation (MC).
Long-time Listowel Banner GM Bill Huether announces departure after 25 years in media
It would be a very rare occasion indeed if Bill Huether walked into a local restaurant, business, or even the pro shop of the Listowel Golf Club and not know 95 per cent of the people in the room. Perhaps even more rare, that he wouldn’t speak with every single one of them in some facet.
Laurie Hazzard chosen to be the NDP candidate in Huron—Bruce
New Democrats in Huron—Bruce have selected former nurse, educator and school administrator Laurie Hazzard to be their candidate in the 2022 provincial election.
Wingham U13 Rep team wins Twin Centre tournament
The Wingham Minor Hockey U13 Rep team participated in the Twin Centre Stars Classic tournament Nov. 4-6. The team went undefeated, ending the tournament with a 3-1 win over the host team, Twin Centre, in the final on Nov. 6.
Key directions of parks and rec master plan presented to North Huron council
Monteith Brown Planning Consultants presented their key directions for the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Master Plan to North Huron council on Nov. 10 at its special council meeting at the Town Hall Theatre in Wingham.
Ironmen forward headed to PJHL prospect game Dec. 11
The Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL) hosts an annual prospect day where the best 16- and 17-year-old players can showcase their talents in front of scouts from Jr. A and Jr. B hockey leagues.
New partner supporting youth in northern Huron with help of United Way
When one door closes, another one opens. It’s an old phrase but one that applies as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kincardine & District (BBBSKD) takes over supporting the youth of northern Huron after the dissolution of Big Brothers Big Sisters North Huron (BBBSNH) last summer.
Shelley Blackmore kicks off Liberal campaign in Huron-Bruce
Supporters gathered at the Brussels Four Winds Barn on Nov. 17 to kick-start Liberal candidate Shelley Blackmore’s campaign in the Huron-Bruce riding.
Formosa Lions visited by district cabinet member
The Formosa Lions Club held its monthly meeting on Nov. 10, with President Jim Batte welcoming members and two guests.
Podcast hopes to shed light on Lois Hanna case
The Celebrate in ’88 festival in Lucknow was supposed to be a happy occasion, celebrating the community’s 130th reunion.
Wingham Foodland’s Christmas tree fundraiser is back
Wingham Foodland is teaming up with the Wingham and District hospital this holiday season.
Wingham BIA sets policy for incoming LED sign
The Wingham BIA has purchased a LED sign, to be placed at the corner of Josephine Street and Amberly Road.
