The 2022 Huron County Plowing Match was hosted by Brian and Annette MacKenzie at their St. Helen’s Line farm just outside of Lucknow, Aug. 18-19.
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Royal Homes announce wage, benefit increases for union staff
Royal Homes announced via press release major increases for union staff.
Smuck Bridge nearing completion
Construction on the new Smuck Bridge, on Abraham Line in Morris-Turnberry, is getting closer to completion. The Smuck Bridge (right) replaces the current Blind Bridge (left). The Blind Bridge is a one-lane bridge, whereas the new Smuck Bridge is a two-lane structure. The Blind Bridge will be removed
30th anniversary of Wingham Ecological Park
Phil Beard and Chris Hart, original members of the Wingham Ecological Park Committee, spoke at an open house to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the park’s completion, hosted at the Alice Munro Public Library in Wingham on Aug. 20. A second anniversary celebration – a community walk – will take pla
Wingham business owner succumbs to injuries
On Aug. 23, via a post to McKee Tattoo’s social media page, the community learned of the passing of Sheldon McKee.
Four seeking reeve’s seat on North Huron council
Carson Lamb, clerk of North Huron, released the official list of certified candidates on Monday for the upcoming municipal election in October.
Frosty Queen Cruise Night revival a success
Foodland’s parking lot saw over 140 classic cars lined up to participate in the revival of the Frosty Queen Cruise Night, minus the “burnout competition” and the live entertainment.
Council signs tender for Mildmay hall reno
Although over budget, South Bruce council voted to sign the tender for the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Centre (MCRC) hall renovation.
South Bruce CLC hears reports on education, recreation, youth economic development studies
The South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) heard the results of three studies at its Aug. 18 meeting, held virtually via Zoom.
Teeswater lifeguards host tread-a-thon
Teeswater lifeguards (back row, left to right) Megan McDonald, Ethan Martin, Cole Brick (front row, left to right) Natalie Fischer, Hailey Miller, and Tristyn Brick are pictured treading water to raise money for pool equipment on Aug. 18. A by-donation barbecue was also hosted and the group fundrais
Busy month for South Bruce Dairy Club
The past couple of weeks have been busy for the South Bruce Dairy Club, with the Lucknow Dairy 4-H Invitational on Aug. 1 and the final barn tour on Aug. 10.
South Bruce candidate disqualified from municipal election
David Wood, a resident of Mildmay, thought that everything was in order when he submitted his nomination papers on May 5 for the municipal election.
Province’s ‘Plan to Stay Open’ includes more surgeries at ‘independent’ facilities
In preparation for a potential winter surge in hospitals, the Ontario government has released phase two of its “Plan to Stay Open,” which includes investments in privatized care.
POW-NNW asks South Bruce council to leave DGR decisions to the incoming council, record council meetings
Municipal staff will review and bring back a report regarding a proposed motion from the Protect Our Waterways – No Nuclear Waste (POW-NNW) committee after their delegation at the Aug. 9 council meeting.
Smiles and sodbusting
The Huron County Sodbusters 4-H Club met at Monoway Farms on Aug. 9 under ideal conditions for plowing. The club meets during the summer months to learn more about the art of plowing, and many members have gone on to perform quite well at competitions. Andrew Fear smiles for the camera while maintai
