HOWICK - Council here will be revising its current alcohol policy to improve usability for stakeholders and maintain compliance with legislation.
Wingham Advance Times
Building numbers down, but value up
While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.
Rust, restoration, and redemption
In 1911, Bill Lever built a unique automobile for Charlie Clay, known as the Wingham Car. This rare vehicle was constructed using a Pungs-Finch chassis imported from Detroit, Michigan.
South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing
While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.
Conservation efforts outlined
Conservation efforts took centre stage during a public works report to South Bruce Council during its May 13 meeting.
Howick CAO/Clerk recognized for 10 years in municipal government
CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis, was recognized by the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) recently for 10 years of service in municipal management roles.
South Bruce names new manager of recreation, facilities
South Bruce Council approved the hiring of Catherine Simpson as the new Manager of Recreation and Facilities effective May 12 of this year.
North Huron Fire recipient of AED from Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund
The crucial life-saving benefits of having access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) nearby when someone is experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (heart attack) can be the difference between life and death.
Wadell grateful for the opportunities Community Living provides
For seven years, Stephen Wadell has been a client of Community Living Wingham and District and, during a recent interview with Midwestern Newspapers, Wadell couldn’t say enough about the good the program does.
Council receives United Way update
At its recent meeting, council here heard a presentation from United Way Perth-Huron Executive Director Ryan Erb, updating everyone on the 2024/25 campaign and the Northern Huron Connection Centre.
Matiland River Elementary School held its year-end track meet
Matiland River Elementary School held its year-end track meet on May 16 with events held at the school and also at the F. E. Madill high school track.
Howick receives funding from Canada Summer Jobs
HOWICK - Council here recently received a report on Canada Summer Jobs funding approval in the amount of $4,816.
North Huron restructures roles to enhance fire, bylaw enforcement and animal control
The Township of North Huron implemented a restructuring plan to improve service delivery for fire, by-law enforcement, property standards, and animal control services effective May 1.
Walk for Guide Dogs on May 25
The Wingham Walk for Guide Dogs will be held on Sunday, May 25 at 11 a.m.
Lace up your shoes in support of people living with dementia in the community
HURON-PERTH - Alzheimer Society Huron Perth is once again hosting the annual IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s, which takes place on May 24, 2025.
