Carling Terrace hosted a Fun Fest at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Wingham on Oct. 26. …
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Festival of Lanterns held downtown in Wingham
The Wingham BIA Festival of Lanterns was held on Thurs. Oct. 23 and despite the rainy weather, festival organizers said, “the show must go on!”
New multi-sport indoor court unveiled at special ribbon-cutting event
The Leland and Thora Vance Fund has once again benefitted Wingham residents, as highlighted at a ribbon-cutting event officially opening the new multi-sport indoor basketball/pickleball court at the North Huron Community Complex.
Road projects recapped
At its Oct. 21 regular council meeting, council here heard a recap on departmental operations from Director of Public Works Mike Alcock.
Huron Perth Public Health passes 2026 budget
At its Oct. 10 meeting, the Huron Perth Public Health board passed its 2026 budget after discussion on expenses decreasing and municipal versus provincial funding.
Popular local priest retires, leaving lasting legacy of inclusion
WINGHAM - In a community where farming runs deep, Rev. JoAnn Todd planted a different kind of seed, one of inclusivity, community service and unwavering compassion.
New multi-sport indoor court unveiled at special ribbon-cutting event
WINGHAM – The Leland and Thora Vance Fund has once again benefitted Wingham residents, as…
Wingham Minor Hockey seeks lower ice rental rates
WINGHAM - The Wingham Minor Hockey Association (WMHA) asked North Huron Council to consider reducing the ice rental rates for the youth hockey group in its upcoming budget deliberations.
Dry hydrant installed at Fordwich gravel pit
HOWICK - At its Oct. 21 meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner about the recent installation of a dry hydrant in Fordwich.
Are the Salem Witch Trials reoccurring?
A typical go-to Halloween costume - whether it’s a last-minute decision or a lack of better options - is a witch. It’s not just a classic costume; it’s a statement to the world that the costume-wearer is proud to be a unique individual with differing opinions or skills from societal norms.
Howick Fire hosts another successful firefighter’s breakfast
GORRIE - The Howick Firefighters Association hosted a firefighters breakfast at the Howick fire station in Gorrie on Oct. 19.
Ironmen come up short in overtime against Walkerton Capitals
After falling 4-2 to the Fergus Whalers on Saturday, Oct. 25 the Wingham Ironmen fought to a 3-2 overtime loss against the last-place Walkerton Capitals on Sunday, Oct. 26.
U18B Whitecaps play to a 2-2 deadlock against Midwest 49ers
Midwest Newspapers recaps minor hockey action over the past week
Memories of Wingham: John Congram remembers ‘The Farm’ Part 1
Two miles south of Wingham, the farm straddled Highway 4 like a bow-legged cowboy, 50 acres to the west in East Wawanosh Township and 50 acres across the highway in Morris Township. As long as I can remember we visited the farm.
Council backs resolution urging feds to reintroduce Bill C-61
During the Oct. 6 regular North Huron Council meeting, Reeve Paul Heffer, supported by Coun. Anita van Hittersum, pulled an item from the correspondence received, agenda item 4.3.8. titled Township of Woolwich - Resolution – Bill C-61 First Nations Clean Water Act.
