The Formosa Lions Club member and District Governor Jennifer Batte (far right) recently presented Milestone Chevron Awards to a number of Lions for their long-time service to the organization. Pictured, from left: Lion Carl Zettel, 45 years; Pat Strauss, 45 years; Mike Hallahan, 45 years; Joan Borho
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Referendum on DGR will not occur until NWMO studies are completed, hosting agreement drafted
Council decided they want to see the results of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) studies – and what a hosting agreement would look like – before allowing the community to vote on their willingness to host the NWMO’s deep geological repository (DGR).
MAPH making Christmas season merrier for residents
The Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron (MAPH) is delivering Christmas cheer to families in the region.
Klassen encourages residents to get COVID booster shot
With the provincial government opening up eligibility of COVID-19 vaccine booster shots (third doses) to all residents over the age of 18 and the rising number of cases due to the Omicron variant, some members of the population have actively expressed their frustration, confusion and anger over vacc
Deconstruction of Gorrie Mill continues
The ongoing deconstruction of the Gorrie Mill continues. Locals take the old building apart one piece at a time, on Dec. 17.
Ontario to cut capacity limits, reduce gathering sizes in response to Omicron
The province is implementing new capacity restrictions to several sectors in response to the ever-increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Ontario.
Police lay 13 charges in stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter
A Hamilton man is facing a total of 13 criminal charges stemming from a stolen vehicle incident in Wroxeter.
Province expands COVID-19 booster dose eligibility to those 18 and older
The province has expanded eligibility for third COVID-19 vaccine doses to all Ontarians 18 and older beginning Dec. 20.
North Perth man charged with stunt driving
A North Perth man has been charged with stunt driving following a traffic stop that took place in Whitechurch on Dec. 15.
Sygrove, Rothwell elected chair, vice-chair of AMDSB for 2022
The Avon Maitland District School Board has announced that Al Sygrove of Southwest Huron and Nancy Rothwell of North Perth will lead the Board of Trustees in 2022, as chair and vice-chair respectively.
Saugeen Conservation’s 2022 budget proposes 6.07 per cent increase
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) General Manager, Jennifer Stephens presented the 2022 budget to Howick council on Dec. 7.
Huron-Kinloss council receives funding request from Pine River Watershed Initiative Network
David Grant made a presentation on behalf of the Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN), including a request for financial support from council.
Council shares sticker shock from proposed Teeswater Medical Clinic project
Councillors pointed out several holes in the Teeswater Medical Clinic budget at the Nov. 30 meeting. Ultimately, council said they need more time to consider the NWMO Near Term Investment request of $600,000 and municipal contribution of $300,000.
Hydro One to clean up soil near transformer station in Morris-Turnberry
Hydro One will be conducting some soil rehabilitation work near one of its transformer stations in Morris-Turnberry next year after testing found arsenic in the soil.
South Bruce council requests a third report on proposed municipal vehicle purchases
Staff reintroduced their concerns about the shortage of municipal vehicles but were met with yet another request for further information from council.
