The 163rd Brussels Fall Fair was held Sept. 15 and 16, with the theme ‘Show It, Sew It, Grow…
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Council supports letter to reconsider OPP costs
During their meeting Sept. 21, North Huron council carried a motion to send a letter of support for the Township of McNab/Braeside.
Morris-Turnberry council delegates low-risk digs in alternate agreements
During their Sept. 15 meeting, Morris-Turnberry council approved staff returning a bylaw, which will delegate authority to the director of public works and the CAO to approve, amend or execute Alternate Locate Agreements.
North Huron cost of living adjustment 2.4 per cent
North Huron council received a report outlining the 2027 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), which is calculated at 2.4 per cent.
HPPH to examine youth technology use following board discussion
HURON/PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health staff will take a closer look at technology use and its health impacts following a wide-ranging discussion by the board of health about cellphones, social media and screen time among youth.
Howick approves additional $43,000 for purchase of used pumper-tanker
HOWICK – An additional $43,000 (plus unrecoverable HST) from the fire department reserve has been approved by council here for the purchase of a used pumper-tanker at its Sept. 15 meeting.
LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.
Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge
Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.
Wingham Terry Fox Run returns for 39th year; survivors speak
The 39th annual Wingham Terry Fox Run will be Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with registration at 10 a.m. at Lions Picnic Shelter, Lion’s Park.
Blyth childcare site expected hand over Dec. 1
Construction now remains on schedule for the project, with a report to council clarifying that “Substantial completion is currently anticipated during the first week of November.”
County approves 36-lot subdivison plan in Cranbrook
Huron County Council, at their meeting Sept. 9, carried a motion for Draft Plan Approval for Cranbrook Estates, a 36-lot residential subdivision at 43810 Cranbrook Road in Huron East.
United Way Perth-Huron first annual United We Ride event set for Sept. 19
WINGHAM – The first annual United We Ride charity event, hosted by Perth-Huron United way,…
75 years young
Maitland Conservation, also known as The Maitland Valley Conservation Authority, celebrated its 75th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 13 in Brussels with River Fest. Originally scheduled last month, the event was pushed due to inclement weather.
Maitland Conservation shares preview of IPM display
WROXETER – The conservation authority presence at the International Plowing Match will be an amalgamation of local organizations working together to share messaging on Drinking Water Source Protection, Conservation land programs, and tree and shrub planting.
Council approves new well at Bluevale’s Pioneer Park
Council here approved, in principle, the installation of a well at Pioneer Park in Bluevale. Next steps for this project include municipality staff seeking quotes and establishing guidelines, to be approved by council.
