Municipal staff presented two projects that would be suitable for the NWMO funding agreement at the Aug. 10 council meeting.
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Council discuss supporting before, after school program in Teeswater
Council passed a motion to support a before and after school program in Teeswater, as a one-year pilot project, should the registration numbers show the program will be financially feasible.
Saugeen Ojibway Nation provides update to CLC on consultation
April Root-Thompson from the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) Environment Office provided an update to the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) and interested community members on Aug. 5.
CMHA Ontario revokes charter from Huron-Perth
The board of directors for Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario Division is revoking the charter of CMHA Huron Perth, formally terminating the agreement between CMHA Ontario and the branch effective six months from now.
‘The Wicked Ride’ takes to the road this weekend
The Wicked Ride 2021 is set to roll yet again this weekend, with over 100 motorcycle enthusiasts from across the province set to embark on a cruise throughout the area to see just what Huron and Perth counties have to offer.
Truth and Reconciliation: Call to Action No. 6 stalled
The recent discovery of Indigenous children’s bodies at several former Indian Residential Schools (IRS) across Canada and the United States has increased the necessity to look deeper into the abuse and murder that took place at these schools...
‘Home sales came back down to earth’
Home sales in Huron-Perth have come “back down to earth” from last July’s unprecedented record number of home sales.
Regional unemployment rate continues to drop
Based on the data released by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board last week, it appears the region is recovering very well from the pandemic.
Majority of AMDSB students returning to in-person learning in September
The majority of students enrolled in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) are returning to in-person learning this fall.
AMDSB looking for host families for international students
The Avon Maitland District School Board’s International Education program is looking for support from households in Huron and Perth counties to provide homes for international secondary students for the 2021-22 school year.
HPPH now offering COVID-19 vaccine to anyone turning 12 in 2021
Effective Aug. 18, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is offering COVID-19 immunizations to individuals turning 12 in 2021. Individuals born in 2009 or earlier are welcome to attend any clinic, including walk-in clinics.
Writ has dropped – here’s who is running in Perth-Wellington, Huron-Bruce
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called a federal election this fall and voters will cast their ballots on Sept. 20.
Huron-Perth COVID cases remain low as vaccine rates climb
Amidst rising case numbers in the province, as of Aug. 16 Huron-Perth Public Health (HPPH) reported 20 active cases of COVID-19, with no new outbreaks or hospitalizations.
Wingham Skating Club seeking volunteers for 2021-22 season
In preparation for their upcoming skating season, the Wingham Skating Club is seeking volunteers to help run their programming.
Local youth express excitement about their return to playing lacrosse
After a summer without the sport, local players are excited that the North Perth Lacrosse Association is back in full swing.
