The Northern Huron Connection Centre, a pilot project aimed to help the area’s less fortunate, received a financial contribution from North Huron council after the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) sent a delegation to Monday night’s council meeting with a request for $10,000 and receiving a donation of
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Fatal house fire under investigation near Fordwich
A fatal house fire that took place on Fordwich Line last night remains under investigation.
HPPH provides update on Omicron wave, local vaccination opportunities
The COVID-19 Omicron wave continues to move through Huron-Perth, along with the rest of Ontario. The number of new infections, percent positivity of tests, hospitalizations, and outbreaks are declining.
Council denies North Huron’s request for rec facilities funds
North Perth council was unanimous in its decision regarding a request from the Township of North Huron for funding to assist with recreation facilities costs.
AMDSB ending short-term remote learning option at March Break 2022
The Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) is ending its short-term remote learning option later this month.
Suspicious person call in Teeswater results in arrest of two North Huron residents
Two North Huron residents are facing multiple charges following an early morning incident in Teeswater earlier this week.
Huron-Kinloss looks at budget increase of three per cent or less
Council began its Feb. 18 budget meeting looking at a budget increase of 2.56 per cent, meaning the “average” residential property would have an increase of $39.99 on the annual municipal portion of the tax bill.
North Huron moves forward on economic development officer position
Despite resistance from some councillors, the township is moving ahead with developing a new position, a narrow vote deciding the outcome.
South Bruce approves 2022 budget
On Feb. 22, council approved a total tax rate, including county and education levies, of four per cent.
Belmore Family Fun Day a roaring success
The Belmore Community Centre (BCC) hosted “Family Fun Day” on Feb. 26, with an outdoor skating rink, campfires, treats, and, best of all, children’s smiling faces.
Youth Curling in Wingham to continue through end of April
Youth Curling is a fun way to get exercise, skill-building experience, and to make new friends for 20 young curlers each week at the Wingham Golf and Curling Club. Assistance and instruction is offered by a dedicated group of eight adult volunteer curlers. The curlers were excited to learn last week
Council agrees to continue Burger Box lease in Mildmay
The Burger Box has been located in the Mildmay Rotary Park for 10 years, and it doesn’t appear to be going anywhere.
Q&A with CANNABIS XPRESS owner Chris Jones
After three months of preparation, on Feb. 17 CANNABIS XPRESS opened of its newest stores in Wingham. The Wingham Advance Times interviewed owner Chris Jones about his career in the cannabis industry and the process of opening the store in Wingham.
Wingham Lions Club inducts new member
Formosa & District Lions Club Member Jennifer Batte, Governor of District A-9 (left), attended a recent meeting of the Lions Club of Wingham where she inducted David Shaw (centre) as a new member of the club. Shaw who is well known for his many community activities in Wingham and area, was sponsored
Land near Hutton Heights development declared surplus by township
The Township of North Huron has directed staff to survey and sever 20 acres of land in the Hutton Heights area for residential development purposes.
