HOWICK - The council chambers here were more crammed than usual, as addi- tional chairs had to be brought in for mem- bers of the public in attendance for the township’s third draft budget presentation – which was passed at a tax rate increase of 5.34 per cent plus 2% capital infrastruc- ture levy.
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OPP board passes $60,586 budget
The Huron County OPP Detachment Board approved its 2026 budget at its Jan. 26 meeting after requesting an amendment to increase the administration budget to the draft budget at its Dec. 15, 2025 meeting.
Child luring charges in Huron
The Huron County OPP Crime Unit has charged a Zorra Township resident with several criminal offences as part of an ongoing child luring investigation that commenced in December 2025.
Plenty of Family Day fun to be found in North Huron
Family Day weekend in North Huron featured numerous events around the area, including a special…
Avon Maitland District School Board trustees adopt 2026 budget
SEAFORTH - Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted the 2026 budget on Jan. 27.
Local youth honored by teammates
The Wingham U13 Yellow hockey team held a moment of silence to honour Odin Leachman of Wingham, who passed away from cancer on Jan. 25.
Roundabout, ambulance bay divide council
Huron County Treasurer Michael Blumhagen once again advised Huron County Council that the coming fiscal years will be difficult without increasing spending.
‘If you maintain it, they might come’ just doesn’t have the same ring
To paraphrase one of the greatest movies of all time (and probably the greatest baseball movie of…
Ironmen post one win, two losses to finish out 2025-26 season
The Wingham Ironmen, after posting one win and two losses over the weekend, remain in last place in the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League with no further games scheduled for the season.
South Bruce uses interest from NWMO legacy fund to lower levy
TEESWATER – South Bruce Council will start with a 2.55 per cent increase to the residential tax…
Multiple local teams compete in South Huron memorial tournament
Feb. 9, 2026 – Playoff games U15B – Midwest 49ers (1) at Southeast Surge (4) Feb. 10, 2026 –…
Maitland Conservation AGM set for Feb. 18
Maitland Conservation (MC) is inviting members and community stakeholders to join them for the AGM on Feb. 18 at the lower hall of the Blyth Memorial Community Hall from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
North Huron to recruit new civil marriage officiant; Emily Phillips set to retire
The Township of North Huron has announced the retirement of Emily Phillips, one of its original civil marriage officiants, who has served the community for over 20 years.
Climate Comfort Solutions takes over Montgomery residential plumbing and heating services
After purchasing the residential arm of Montgomery Industrial Services on Dec. 1, 2025, Matt and Tanya Horspool have relaunched the business as Climate Comfort Solutions, a family-run HVAC and plumbing company serving the region.
Blyth Harvest Festival Stage lease renewed
A community favourite is here to stay. The Blyth Harvest Festival Stage will continue to host vibrant performances and events, thanks to a renewed land use agreement between the Township of North Huron and the Blyth Centre for the Arts, also known as the Blyth Festival.
