Many gathered in Brussels to celebrate the kick-off of the village’s homecoming for its 150th anniversary – but unbeknownst to them – they ended up celebrating something, or rather someone else on July 29.
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Wingham hospital emerg closure announced for this weekend
For the second consecutive weekend, the emergency department (ED) at the Wingham and District Hospital will be closed for a 14-hour window.
North Huron to look at staffing options for Wingham, Blyth arenas
The Township of North Huron is looking at changing its staffing complement in the recreation department to maintain service levels at the Blyth and Wingham arenas this winter.
Huron County council votes to move forward with affordable housing project
Following an 80-minute discussion and a recorded vote, Huron County council has directed staff to move forward with a 39-unit affordable housing project in Goderich.
South Bruce Dairy Club meets at Teeswater Fairgrounds
The fourth meeting of the South Bruce Dairy Club, joined by the Arran Tara Dairy Club, was held at the Teeswater Fairgrounds on July 23.
Thousands come home to Formosa
Thousands took up the offer to come home to the “beautiful valley” for a wonderful holiday weekend of renewing old friendships, getting together with family, reminiscing, sharing memories and making plenty of new ones.
Gorrie to host first-ever Tri-umph Triathlon, Aug. 8
From generation to generation, there are certain traditions or lessons passed on. For Julie McDonald, she learned from her parents the dedication and importance of a healthy lifestyle as she competed in Wingham’s track and field program at both the provincial and national levels with other members o
‘What happens in life is unpredictable’
Life can change on a dime, and not always on the favourable side of the coin. This is a fact Dr. Ravi Ramsewak knows firsthand.
HPPH continues to stress caution amidst seventh wave of COVID
The seventh wave of COVID-19 continues in Huron-Perth. Sadly, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is reporting five more deaths due to COVID-19, as well as three hospitalizations and six outbreaks in highest-risk settings.
Local leaders comment on emergency department closures
North Huron Reeve Bernie Bailey is concerned the recent temporary closure of the emergency departments (ED) at the Wingham and District Hospital and Listowel Memorial Hospital will not be the last one.
Emerg closures announced for Wingham, Listowel hospitals this weekend
The emergency departments at both the Listowel and Wingham hospitals will be closed for a portion of the weekend.
Howick council extends grass cutting contract with 8-10 per cent increase
The township has agreed to extend its grass cutting contract with Aeration Plus for this year, with an increase of between eight to 10 per cent.
Neighbour’s complaints pressure council to help pay for improvements at Fordwich Ball Diamond
Council has agreed to help – in one way or another – the Fordwich Parks and Community Association with the installation of additional fencing and netting at the Fordwich Ball Diamond to stop foul balls from hitting a neighbouring property.
Dan Fritz, McDonagh Insurance Brokers donate $25,000 to BMGCC reno
McDonagh Insurance Brokers ($5,000) and employee Dan Fritz ($20,000) have pooled their resources to make a combined $25,000 donation to the Inspiring Our Future Campaign, which will support the renovation and expansion project at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre (BMGCC).
Dog tag, cemetery, ice rental fees going up in South Bruce
Council approved changes to the fees associated with dog tags and kennels, cemeteries and ice rentals at its July 12 meeting.

