After initially removing an ice surface refrigeration system replacement from recommended projects in the 2026 budget, South Bruce Council has approved $2,640, plus tax, to have two third-party assessments of each of its refrigeration systems completed.
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Number of county ‘Sunshine List’ employees up 10% in 2025
The number of Huron County Staff that are part of the annual public salary disclosure, also known as the “Sunshine List,” increased by more than 10 per cent this year, rising from 99 to 110, and the average pay per individual on the list increased over 1.1%.
A-ZONE playoffs continue in local arenas
Seasons have ended for several local A-ZONE level teams as playoff losses were suffered. Other teams, however, push on.
South Bruce Council approves SMART program
The Municipality of South Bruce has applied for funding to help support its part in the Saugeen Mobility Accessible Regional Transit (SMART) program.
“When all you’ve got is a hammer, everything looks like a nail”
There are a lot of great proverbs, idioms, sayings and other cliches out there about tools. Great examples include “Measure twice and cut once,” “A [poor/bad] workman blames his tools,” and, as Canadians, we can’t forget Steve Smith’s (aka Red Green’s) “Any tool can be the right tool.”
Huron County Council gives no direction regarding contested roundabout
Huron County Council received a report regarding the contested intersection of County Road 83 and Airport Line, which was originally slated to be re-engineered as a roundabout, but council voted to remove the project from the 2026 budget.
Pretty plants, ugly outcomes: The high cost of invasive species
HURON/PERTH - Periwinkle, English ivy and goutweed look harmless in a backyard bed, but once they reach nearby woods, they can blanket acres. Maitland Conservation Ecologist Erin Gouthro explains how invasive species damage local forests and streams, and how to dispose of “problem plants” safely.
CIP grant will enhance accessibility
A new Wingham business, Life on a Footstool, was awarded a Community Improvement Program (CIP) grant by North Huron Council for $2,168.55 to help improve the façade and upgrade accessibility access.
Speaker shares how Amish keep food cold year-round with pond ice
During the Wingham and Area Historical Society’s first meeting of the year, Brent Bowyer described how one Amish family turns a small farm pond into their year-long refrigeration system each winter.
Howick resident charged in Mapleton Break and Enter
On Feb. 26, at approximately 4:30 a.m., members of the Wellington County OPP responded to the report of a break and enter at a residence within Mapleton Township. The suspect fled the residence prior to police arrival and was subsequently arrested on March 7, at approximately 6 p.m.
Madill students join protest against OSAP changes
On March 12, students at F. E. Madill joined other high schools across the region who participated in a province-wide walkout to protest changes to the Ontario Student Loan Program (OSAP) that they say will make post-secondary education unaffordable for many who already struggle to pay for school.
Local conservation voices squeezed out: MVCA chair
Rural representatives say they feel that they’re being pushed to the sidelines of Ontario’s conservation system.
Howick defers decision on approving proposed housekeeping zoning bylaw
Council here has decided not to second a motion brought to them at their March 10 meeting, asking to approve the proposed housekeeping zoning bylaw amendment and pass the corresponding bylaw.
Skating with the Stars in Wingham
Wingham Skating Club’s year-end showcase captured on camera.
Fordwich men’s slow pitch tournament returning
HOWICK - The Fordwich Community Parks Association will be holding its annual Men’s Slow Pitch Tournament on May 22 to 24, 2026.
