The Huron County Economic Development Department will be initiating a gap analysis for meat processing and associated environmental scan.
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Frosty Queen holds annual car show
Frosty Queen held its final car show of the 2025 season on Aug. 14.
Council approves Columbus Centre upgrades amid procurement debate
In a procedural challenge, Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer raised concerns with the procurement process in which the Wingham Columbus Centre awarded a contract to their handyman (who was not named in the report), seemingly bypassing the regular procurement process of three quotes and council altogether.
Council approves Huron Construction for Bluevale Hall roof replacement
During their regular council meeting Aug. 12, Morris-Turnberry Council accepted a proposal from Huron Construction to replace the Bluevale Hall roof for a cost of $43,400, excluding tax.
Discovery Healthcare Camp sees largest number of participants
The Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health hosted the largest number of participants ever for the Discovery Healthcare Camp according to Huron County Warden Jamie Heffer (Morris-Turnberry, Mayor).
Multiple impaired charges result from checks in Huron County
Huron County OPP has charged a West Perth resident with a criminal driving offence following a traffic stop in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check in Huron East on July 4.
County council suggests revisiting transportation van for homes for the aged
Huron County Councillor Marg Anderson (Deputy Mayor, Central Huron) wants council to revisit the idea of repairing/replacing a transportation van for the homes for the aged.
Point of order becomes point of conflict at council meeting
What began as a routine council meeting in North Huron on Aug. 11 quickly transformed into a pointed conversation on municipal transparency and governance after Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer challenged council procedures on the use of point of order interruptions.
Preparations begin for Blyth’s 150th
Two years before the first parade float rolls down Queen Street, Blyth is already dreaming big.
Belonging Matters event to highlight the importance of connection
A workshop on building community belonging is set for Oct. 7 in Clinton.
Township to recognize local business Howson & Howson for milestone anniversary
North Huron Economic Development Officer Ritu Bhardwaj presented a report to council on Aug. 11 informing councillors and the public of an upcoming celebration in Blyth.
Red Cross appeal launched to support people impacted by Newfoundland fires
On Aug. 15 the Canadian Red Cross launched the 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Wildfires Appeal to help people and communities impacted by fires in the province.
Gorrie Gators celebrate end of season
GORRIE - The Gorrie Gators swim team celebrated the end of its swim season on Aug. 13 at the Howick Optimist Pool.
Howick looking to replace fire truck
HOWICK - Council here approved up to $20,000 to be set aside from the fire reserve for the purchase of a used roll-up door rescue body when one becomes available.
Mayne Corners to become all-way stop after results of traffic study considered; both Perth and Huron Counties supporting the change
GODERICH - The intersection of Huron County Roads 30 and 34, also known as Mayne Corners, will become home to an all-way stop as a result of changes made by both Huron and Perth Counties.
