United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is encouraging northern Huron County and residents from the surrounding area to bundle up and raise money for the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) walk.
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IN PHOTOS – 2021 Blyth Santa Claus Parade
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Morris-Turnberry wants more info on potential shared services agreement for animal control officer
Council would like more information on what a potential shared services agreement for an animal control officer would look like before making a commitment to the multi-municipality initiative.
Former youth pastor pleads guilty to sexual assault, exploitation charges
Last fall, Huron County OPP charged a former youth pastor from Wingham with seven counts of sexual assault and seven counts of sexual exploitation. On Dec. 1 at the Goderich Court House, Simon Chiarello pleaded guilty to the charges.
North Huron draft policing, building services budget discussed
The incoming Director of Finance for North Huron told council that police services take up a considerable portion of the protective services budget during his presentation of the draft 2022 budget on Dec. 9.
North Huron council welcomes new director of finance
For the first time since the township’s inception, North Huron has a new finance director; the current director, Donna White, is retiring after 35 years with the township.
North Huron’s hunt for animal control officer continues
The Township of North Huron is still looking for a suitable replacement for an animal control officer, after the retirement of Jim Renwick and the passing of Robert Trick left the area without a qualified and equipped company/individuals to provide the service.
Physician shifts filled at Wingham ER, holiday closures avoided
Karl Ellis, Executive CEO of the Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) assured the Advance Times in an email on Dec. 14 that vacant shifts in the Wingham hospital's emergency department have been filled and the potential closure as a result of not having physician coverage has been avoided.
Province expanding booster shot eligibility, tightening proof of vaccination requirements
The provincial government has announced measures to expand eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots and tighten proof of vaccination requirements in response to rising COVID-19 case numbers and the spread of the Omicron variant.
Public Health investigating possible case of Omicron variant in Huron County
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) says the Omicron variant of COVID-19 may be in the region.
Local council encourages Perth to discuss Mayne Corners safety concerns with Huron
Council unanimously agreed on Dec. 6 to forward a report to Perth County council to encourage further discussion about safety at the intersection of Perth Road 178 and Line 88, commonly known as Mayne Corners.
Local unemployment rate falls to 2.8 per cent
WALKERTON – In November, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…
IN PHOTOS – Formosa Country Christmas 2021
Formosa Country Christmas 2021, on Dec. 2-5, was more than a spectacular village-wide display of lights and decorations – it was an absolute delight for everyone fortunate enough to visit. There was more to see at the park – amid the sparkling lights, there were frolicking polar bears, the merry res
Howick Optimists make donation to Salvation Army Food Share program
The Howick Optimist Club recently donated $500 to the Wingham Salvation Army-Food Share program. Pictured is Howick Optimist President Joe Glaze presenting a cheque to Deb from the Wingham Salvation-Army Food Share.
Huron County council discusses green initiatives
Council members heard several reports on Dec. 1 about how the county addresses climate change locally, including the future of their fleet of vehicles and actions to reduce their carbon footprint.
