In a staff report, Medical Officer of Health and CEO Dr. Miriam Klassen explained that blastomycosis is an infection caused by the fungus Blastomyces dermatitidis, which most commonly grows in moist soil and in decomposing wood and leaves.
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Freiburger files to run for councillor position in Morris-Turnberry
Deputy Mayor Kevin Freiburger of Morris-Turnberry has filed his intent to run as a councillor for the municipality.
Howick Council renews municipal insurance with 3.4% increase
The Council of the Township of Howick approved a renewal of its municipal insurance proposal with Intact Public Entities Inc. with an increase of 3.4 per cent over the previous term.
The magic of theatre (and what dispels it)
Earlier this month I had the opportunity to take in Sisters of ’78 which - in its world debut – opened the Blyth Festival’s 2026 season - was definitely worth seeing.
Kick off fundraiser for the Belgrave’s accessible playground a hit
The Kick off to Summer fundraiser was dedicated to raising money to build an accessible playground at the Belgrave Community Centre. The event was held from June 12 to 14.
Township shares key message on updates to voter information registration
Township staff are sharing an important message with residents about the importance of checking and updating their voter information at www.registertovoteon.ca/ by August 12.
Anishinaabe art installation opens in Blyth ahead of documentary screening
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North Huron, Waste Management host open house explaining upcoming changes to local garbage and recycling programs
The Township of North Huron, in coordination with Waste Management (WM) and Circular Materials, is transitioning to wheeled carts with the rollout of the new automated collection beginning on July 21.
Learn, connect, and stay engaged this summer with the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth
The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth invites community members to stay connected, informed, and supported this summer through a variety of free educational programs and social opportunities designed for people living with dementia, care partners, families, and community members.
Proving the need for Pride by trying to destroy it
I, like most, if not all parents in the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB), woke up Monday morning to an email explaining that vandals had struck schools in the school board – unidentified individuals had used tools to cut down Pride flags at AMDSB schools.
Cases of Lyme disease in province increasing, public being referred to eTick website
STRATFORD - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) will no longer be providing tick identification for the public, but will instead refer individuals to the eTick website and mobile app.
Harry Brydges looks back on life in Belgrave
Now almost 90, Harry Brydges has a lot of memories of Belgrave and area. He still lives on the farm just north of Belgrave on Cardiff Road. Please enjoy the latest in our Memories of Wingham and area series, courtesy of the Wingham and Area Historical Society.
Michael Cy Cywink’s Grand Entry and the bravery of the butterfly
I can still hear Michael’s joyful laugh. It was a rich, belly-shaking sound that could instantly uplift and connect us all, reminding us of his warmth and the happiness he shared.
Huron Chamber recognized among Canada’s fastest-growing chambers for second consecutive year
HURON COUNTY - The Huron County Chamber of Commerce has been ranked as the third fastest-growing chamber in Canada by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada.
‘Sisters of ’78’ shows what is great about Blyth Festival in season opener
The Blyth Festival 2026 season opened on Friday with the opening night for Sisters of ’78 – a historically-based fictional account of the strike at the Fleck factory in Centralia, Ontario.
