It began with a direct question born of absolute urgency. Michael “Cy” Cywink was searching for…
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Security tightened as council returns to meeting in person
WINGHAM – North Huron Council has approved new security measures at its Francis Street council…
Wingam Horticultural Society sale a success two hours in
The Wingham Horticultural Society held its annual plant sale over the weekend, though the first two hours saw a significant amount of the most desirable plants scooped up according to organizers. By 2 p.m. on Friday, after opening at noon, the sale was already a success with many plants bought and c
AMGH, Exeter hospital responsible for 80 per cent of ambulance delay time
Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, in Goderich, and South Huron Hospital in Exeter, were the only hospitals servicing Huron County to have off-load delays during April.
14 apply to Summer Company
Fourteen eligible young business owners applied to the Huron Business Center’s Summer Company program according to centre manager Brittany Wise.
Sting down Milverton in HCFL season opener
The Huron County Fastball League’s (HCFL) 2026 season kicked off over the weekend with the Milverton Millwrights visiting the Sebringville Sting on Friday, May 22.
Huron County to rent space to OPP in Huron County Courthouse
Huron County will be renting space in the Huron County Courthouse in Goderich to the Ministry of Infrastructure for the OPP.
Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens
Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.
Huron County paramedics Hess, Barlow receive commendation award
Huron County Council recognized two paramedics recently through presenting the 2025 Medical Director’s Commendation Award from Base Hospital.
Howick to purchase new pickup truck for public works department
HOWICK - Finch Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Ltd., of London, has been awarded the tender for Howick’s new patrol truck.
WAHS hosts ‘bring and brag’ session at May meeting
The May meeting of the Wingham and Area Historical Society saw another successful ‘bring and brag’ session with several members showcasing family heirlooms, including an antique butter churn and a 1940’s children’s book.
Belgrave Playground Project Committee to launch summer fundraising
The Belgrave Playground Project Committee is gearing up for the launch of their summer fundraising push with the announcement of “Kickoff to Summer,” a two-day event full of food, fun and community.
Apology issued after horticultural society, Cruickshank family left out of Munro garden decision
The future of Wingham’s Alice Munro Literary Garden is back on the table after an emotional meeting of the Wingham and District Horticultural Society and an apology from North Huron’s chief administrative officer for how the relocation plan was handled.
Sexual assault culture in hockey: TSN Journalist Rick Westhead speaks on world juniors trial, misconduct in Canadian sports
Panelists spoke to a culture of elitism in hockey; players becoming alphas in their communities. When they enter a locker room, they’re told “those are your brothers,” and essentially, there are “no consequences,” as Westhead worded it.
Do they really not make things like they used to?
Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

