Wingham Advance Times

Following a successful spring clothing drive for Ukrainian refugees by retired teachers and education workers in Huron-Perth, RTO District 9 discovered there were other urgent needs for Ukrainians struggling to get a foothold in our area.

“Rejoicing in Service” was the theme of the fall rally of the Maitland Presbyterial of the WMS hosted by Belmore Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Camp Kintail. Fifteen members were registered and four guests attended for a total of 19 who were able to enjoy the day.

Maitland River Christmas Market was held on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham. The event had fun activities for kids, jewelry, clothing, books, skincare, sewing, toys, quilts, bags, wreaths, ornaments and much more.

The 2023 Lions Club of Wingham Santa Claus Parade was a great success on Saturday, Nov. 25 - plenty of floats, beautiful blue skies, and a large turnout on Wingham’s main street. The parade featured fair royalty, local athletes. businesses and service groups, as well as Santa Claus making a special

Compared to conversation by their neighbours in North Huron about the 2024 fees and charges bylaw, Morris-Turnberry council’s discussion was a leisurely walk in the park.

News of the province introducing a bill that will prohibit underground infrastructure owners and operators from charging fees to locate telecommunications lines, water mains and gas pipelines was well-received by the Associations of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) last week.

From time to time, social media can provide positivity. The latest initiative from Castings Public House in Wingham is a perfect example of that.

The Wingham Ironmen U18 team went 1-2-0 at the Silver Stick Tournament last week. The Ironmen beat the Saugeen Shores Storm 1-0 on Nov. 13, before falling to the Blyth Brussels Crusaders 3-1 on Nov. 17, and Arran Elderslie Ice Dogs 3-0 on Nov. 18. The team finished in the third spot below the first

The Wingham Golf & Curling Club recently hosted the ‘Back to Basics’ curling clinic. Over 20 participants, both new curlers and some others just looking for some tips to improve their game. All would agree that had a very informative and fun filled day.

It took seven games, but the Lucknow Lancers finally registered a win in the Ontario Elite Hockey League.

The third annual Belmore Christmas Market on Nov. 18 played host to 25 vendors in effort to fundraise for the Belmore Chamber of Commerce. Event co-ordinator Lindsay Underwood, of 40 Hills Fibre Art smiled showing a macramé Christmas tree card decoration, one of her many decorations for sale at the

The Legendary Downchild Blues Band lead singer Chuck Jackson pauses to smile at the crowd at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre on Nov. 18.

After a lively discussion, Huron County council opted to move forward with the supportive housing project on the former Victoria Public School property on Gibbons Street in Goderich.

The Wingham and Area Historical Society had a very successful fundraiser – Celebrate Wingham’s History – at Sacred Heart Church, Wingham on Saturday, Nov. 18.

Santa Claus will be making his annual visit to Wingham on Saturday morning.