A local couple is hoping to keep the dream of a 2024 Wingham Homecoming alive.
Wingham Advance Times
C&M Seeds’ winter canola – high risk, high reward
C&M Seeds is no stranger to being a leader in their industry. They’re “committed to advancing the future of agriculture” and “doing everything they can” to aid in making crop production a profitable venture.
‘Normal’ best description of spring, summer forecast, says climatologist
As David Phillips likes to say, “You’re only as good as your last forecast.”
‘The training is missing’
Jason Wolf is passionate about his job. The Palmerston resident works in the highly-specialized field of telecommunications, making sure towers are properly constructed and those working on the towers stay safe.
Farmers call on feds to end fertilizer tariff, reimburse farmers
The Ontario Bean Growers, along with farmers from across Canada, are calling on the federal government to end the tariff on fertilizer purchased from Russia and to reimburse farmers the $34 million they’ve set aside from the tariffs already paid.
Bill 23 and agriculture – how local farmers are affected
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) recently released an informative webinar titled “Home Grown: The Impacts of Bill 23 on Agriculture Across Ontario.”
SVCA: Public to have greater input in flood forecasting
One of the highlights of the March 16 meeting of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors was a presentation by Elise MacLeod, manager of water resources. Included was an introduction to a new flood forecasting tool that invites public input.
Steady start to 2023 for building permits in South Bruce
2023 has gotten off to a steady start in South Bruce when it comes to the building department.
South Bruce council declines request to administer bursary for local group
Council has opted not to proceed with a request from the Teeswater Highlander Pipe and Drum Band to administer a bursary on the band’s behalf.
Trip to Finland on South Bruce’s radar for this summer
Council has given staff the green light to proceed with arranging a trip to Finland to learn more about that country’s deep geological repository (DGR).
Ironmen oust Bulldogs in Game 5 thriller
The Wingham Ironmen did not want to go back to Kincardine for Game 6.
Regional unemployment rate increases slightly in February
The local unemployment rate increased slightly last month, according to statistics released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week.
Huron Perth Ag Science Centre to host first AGM
The Huron Perth Ag Science Centre board of directors announced last week the organization will be hosting its first ever annual general meeting later this month.
New tech requirements announced for Grade 9-10 students
On March 10, MPP for Perth-Wellington Matthew Rae, Minister of Education Stephen Lecce, and Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity Charmaine Williams, announced a Technological Education credit requirement for Grade 9 and 10 students, beginning in September 2024.
Council approves creation of six building lots in Lowertown Wingham
Council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment request from Vandeven Holdings that will allow for the creation of six building lots in Lowertown Wingham.
