WINGHAM – The Ontario government is investing $876,600, a four per cent increase from last year’s investment, to support improved operations and reduced wait times at the Wingham and District Hospital.
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Huron County Pride to present two events at Livery Theatre
GODERICH – Huron County Pride (HCP) is organizing two exciting and interactive events on Aug. 15, at the Livery Theatre in Goderich.
‘Off-Island Odyssey’ brings a new style of comedy to Blyth stage
The fifth and final premier of the Blyth Festival 2026 season, Off-Island Odyssey, brings a unique perspective to the Blyth Festival stage through a unique style of performance.
Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’
“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”
Election update
A race for the Reeveship of North Huron continues to be the township’s only election showdown.
Organizations, local Lions work to welcome newcomers with event
Newcomer Day at Camp is an annual celebration that brings newcomers to Canada, local supporters, and community organizations together for a free day of outdoor fun, food, and friendship.
Annual TRI-umph Triathlon held in Gorrie
GORRIE – The annual TRI-umph Triathlon in Gorrie was held on Aug. 3, bringing dozens of families to the Howick Optimist Pool and splash pad site.
Huron United drop points in TMSL matches
An underwhelming performance saw Huron United Football Club fall by a score of 2-0 in their Tri-City Men's Soccer League against Riverside FC B on July 7.
$100,000 lottery ticket remains unclaimed
Less than a week remains to claim a $100,000 ENCORE prize from the Wednesday, August 6, 2025 LOTTO 6/49 draw. The winning selection was 2, 7, 9, 9, 4, 9, 4, and the winning ticket was sold in Stratford.
Howick approves up to 3,000 to repair Kubota utility mower
HOWICK – Council here has approved up to $3,000 from the recreation reserve to repair a Kubota utility mower after it sustained significant mechanical damage during routine maintenance.
Local report outlines housing crisis impact, ‘sluggish’ government response; suggests building to scale of issue
According to the SRPC, residents feel their leadership, from local government to the federal level, do not have a grasp on what is affecting locals.
Wroxeter sunset boating
Nearly 30 boats set off to catch golden hour on the river in a variety of watercraft.
Last Mayor of Rusty River offers comedic take on council capers
The Last Mayor of Rusty River, currently on stage on the Blyth Festival offers audiences a comedic look behind the scenes of a rural council chambers – a bit of well-timed fun for the voters in the crowd before the serious business of municipal elections set to take place across Ontario this fall.
Tender awarded contract for drain improvements in Howick
HOWICK – Howick council has awarded a contract for improvements to Municipal Drain No. 20, approving a tender priced at $122,249 plus HST for work intended to upgrade the aging drainage system.
Pick a Posie Vintage holds grand re-opening of accessible retail, creative space
Blyth’s vintage clothing store, had its grand re-opening July 30, an event four years in the making.
