The Canadian Institute for Health Information reports that less than 10 per cent of physicians practice in rural and remote communities, while six million Canadians live in those areas, making up almost 18 per cent of the population.
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Huron County expanding youth engagement opportunities
The County of Huron released a statement on May 25, saying they are reviewing, expanding, and developing their youth engagement opportunities, including professional development opportunities directly with the county.
Independent MC holds annual breakfast program fundraiser
Coinciding with Wingham’s town-wide yard sale last Saturday, the Independent Motorcycle Club once again hosted a fundraising event that stands to benefit area schools.
Huron County to advocate for affordable housing
Huron County council authorized Warden Glen McNeil to join other municipalities in asking the federal government for “Ontario’s fair share of federal funding for housing programs,” at the request of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
North Huron waives fee, will close Gypsy Lane for Blyth Rutabaga Festival
The Blyth Rutabaga Festival Homecoming will be held on Father’s Day weekend this year, with live entertainment featuring Adam Cousins and Weekend Never Ends.
Wingham Walk for Alzheimer’s raises over $17,000
The Wingham edition of the annual Walk for Alzheimer’s saw participants raise over $17,000 for the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth on May 28. Among the 48 participants on Saturday morning was local Peter Carter, who single-handedly brought in $5,120 for the cause, with all money raised allocated towar
‘Human resource limitations will be the greatest challenge’
The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) released highlights from May’s board of directors meeting.
WOWSA expands network to Brockton, South Bruce
The Women of Wellington Saugeen Area (WOWSA), is thrilled to announce the expansion of its women in business network, to further inspire, empower and connect women in business and professionals in the County of Wellington and Saugeen River region in Ontario.
New Millennium Quilters Guild hosts ‘Making Memories’ 2022 quilt show
The New Millennium Quilters Guild holds a quilt show every four years. The show at the Mildmay-Carrick Community Centre on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 was well worth waiting for.
Huron & Area Search and Rescue attend OPP Appreciation BBQ
Members of the Huron & Area Search and Rescue (HASAR) team were on hand at the OPP Appreciation BBQ held in Listowel on May 21, speaking with attendees about what they do in the communities they serve.
Unplanned expenses approved by SVCA board of directors
Not all Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board members are in agreement with spending reserves to pay for unplanned expenses.
Council gives blessing to purchase drawings for Mildmay hall reno
A committee of citizens presented their Mildmay-Carrick arena hall renovation ideas to council recently.
South Bruce council divided on roadside sign removal under current bylaw
An email from a resident, addressed to council back in February, asked for a review of the sign bylaw.
Crime Stoppers investigating break and enter, mischief cases
The Huron Perth Crime Stoppers and police are asking for the public’s assistance in solving the following break and enter.
Huron-Kinloss to commemorate Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth
A report from Mike Fair, director of community services, stated two English oak trees will be planted to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy reforestation initiative throughout the United Kingdom and Commonwealth.
