Council here heard options for updated fees and charges for 2025 during their Nov. 19 meeting, specifically landfill and waste disposal fees and curbside user fees.
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County of Huron recommends Planning Fee increase for second time this year
A fees and charges report to council here Nov. 19, resulted in general shaking of heads occurring, so to speak, when the news of planning fees increases came up on the agenda – something that may read familiar.
Wingham Ironmen split weekend home games
WINGHAM - The Wingham Ironmen hosted the Kincardine Bulldogs and Hanover Barons at home last weekend.
Wingham Auxiliary donates bladder screener
WINGHAM - The Auxiliary to the Wingham and District Hospital recently purchased a much-needed bladder scanner for the hospital.
Head in the clouds? Don’t drive high
Driving under the influence of cannabis is a growing concern in Canada, especially following the legalization of its use for recreational purposes. The misconception that cannabis impairs driving less than alcohol can lead to dangerous and even fatal consequences on the road.
Bruce Power supplier partners donate $75,000 to Wounded Warriors Canada organization
BRUCE COUNTY - Bruce Power’s supplier partners donated $75,000 to Wounded Warriors Canada in support of ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders and their families.
Living wage for region now pegged at $23.05
HURON-PERTH - The living wage residents of this region has pushed past $23 per hour according to the United Way.
Tax Holiday: Relief for Consumers, Challenges for Businesses
HURON COUNTY - The federal government’s recent announcement of the GST/HST holiday, a temporary relief from sales tax on specific items from Dec. 14 2024 - Feb. 15, 2025, represents “significant challenges for businesses,” according to a press release from the Huron Chamber of Commerce.
Hells Angels, Red Devils members face charges, weapons seized
KITCHENER/SEAFORTH - Four members of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club (MC) and one member of the Red Devils MC have been charged with robbery and a total of 17 firearms, ammunition and other prohibited devices were seized following a September incident in Cambridge, a police report states.
Remembering the Montreal massacre
We know some of the victims’ stories, or at least the bits police and sometimes family members and witnesses share with the media.
Goderich man faces multiple sexual assault charges, police believe there are more victims in Huron
GODERICH/HURON COUNTY - On Oct. 25, Huron County OPP began an investigation involving a series of victims in the Huron County area, a police report reads.
Council approves draft fees and charges bylaw; chooses new water storage option
NORTH HURON - The Township of North Huron held a special meeting of council on Friday, Nov. 22, to discuss the proposed fees and charges bylaw, hear updates on the ongoing water system upgrades, and officially appoint the Director of Legislative Services and Clerk Carson Lamb as the Interim Chief Ad
County launches landlord engagement survey; landlords in Huron County encouraged to participate
HURON COUNTY - A landlord engagement survey has been launched by Huron County in recognition of National Housing Day on Nov. 22.
Well owners bring 39 well water samples to promote well water protection
LONDESBORO - The Londesboro and District Lions Club hosted its second Water Wise event of 2024 and local well owners brought in 39 well water samples, on Nov. 14, for testing by local public health.
Huron County Warden completes second term; receives visionary award
HURON COUNTY - Glen McNeil has completed his second term as Huron County Warden on a high note, with many accomplishments and an award.
