The Adam Street dam project in Mildmay is going to cost more than anticipated.
Wingham Advance Times
Teeswater-Culross Horticultural Society, South Bruce meet to discuss flower, watering concerns
It appears the Municipality of South Bruce and the Teeswater-Culross Horticultural Society (TCHS) have come to an agreement on how the hanging baskets the TCHS purchases for downtown Teeswater each year will be maintained.
Howson Dam and Pond Citizens Committee chairperson reacts to budget talks
Rennie Alexander, chairperson for the Howson Dam and Pond Citizens Committee, expressed his frustrations with North Huron council when asked for a reaction to the recent budget talks and the recent contract awarded to Roubos Farm Services Ltd. for $1,036,777.60 to remove the Howson Dam.
Morris-Turnberry council gets first look at 2023 budget
Council got its first look at the 2023 budget last Wednesday, with the general opinion being it could have been a lot worse than presented.
Moore reminds Ontarians to ‘remain vigilant,’ get vaccinated
The province’s chief medical officer of health says despite a decline in cases of COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses, Ontarians should “remain vigilant” and stay up-to-date with vaccinations.
Howick’s new fire chief gets candid about the high-profile position
At the Township of Howick council meeting on Oct. 18, 2022, Reeve Doug Harding presented Josh Kestner with the Fire Chief epaulets. Having been in the new gig for three months now, the Wingham Advance Times sat down with Chief Kestner to see how he is faring in the job.
Wingham Hospital Auxiliary holds draw for iPad, gift card
The Wingham Hospital Auxiliary recently made a draw for their fundraiser. The first prize was an iPad and the second prize was a gift card from Foodland.
Huron County successful in second round of Tourism Relief Funding
Rick Sickinger, economic development officer for Huron County, presented a report to county councillors on Jan. 18 informing them of the economic development department’s successful application to the second round of Tourism Relief Funding, which will provide funds to begin the launch of a new maple
McNeil appointed chair of Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
Huron County Warden Glen McNeil has been appointed chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC).
Howick approves increase to firefighter compensation for truck, equipment maintenance
During the Jan. 17 Howick council meeting, Fire Chief Josh Kestner presented a report to council in regards to changing the remuneration for truck and equipment inspections.
Morris-Turnberry council approves multiple purchases ahead of budget
Council has given staff the green light to proceed multiple purchases for the public works department ahead of approving the 2023 budget.
‘Treasure swap’ service discontinued by Morris-Turnberry
Residents will no longer be able to drop off and pick up items at the Morris-Turnberry landfill for “treasure swapping.”
Blyth Lions donated to Northern Huron Connection Centre
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) recently received a donation towards the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham from the Blyth Lions Club. The Lions contributed $500 to the initiative. Pictured: Lion Fred DeBoer, president of the Blyth Lions Club, presents Lisa Harper, UWPH community developm
F.E. Madill snack program seeking assistance
Lisa Jackson, teacher and snack program coordinator at F.E. Madill Secondary School, is seeking additional help with the food program.
Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 squad finalists at Silver Stick
The Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 team had a successful weekend at the Silver Stick Tournament in Parkhill last weekend, finishing as finalists and silver medalists. Wingham tied Drayton 2-2 in the first game of the tournament, and followed that game with a pair of wins over East Lambton (8-1) and South
