With election day two weeks away, local candidates are putting their names to paper to officially register for the upcoming provincial election.
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County of Huron congratulates successful Starter Company Plus Program grant recipients
The Huron County Starter Company Plus program, awarded eleven businesses a total of $37,250 in grants this year.
Morris-Turnberry draft budget proposes 9% tax rate increase
Council here had their first draft budget discussion for 2025, hearing from Treasurer Sean Brophy as well as department heads on the year’s outlook in budgeting everything from road repair to landfill maintenance to animal control.
South Bruce’s environmental department focuses on water and sewage improvements
The municipality’s environmental department presented their first draft 2025 Capital Projects to council here on Jan. 21.
Ontario’s new building code takes effect with over 2,000 changes
Ontario’s new 2024 Building Code took effect Jan. 1, 2025, which includes over 2,000 changes aimed at “easing regulations for the construction sector, enhancing building safety and quality, and simplifying housing development,” states a report to South Bruce Council by the building department.
SRPC seeks county funding to advance 2SLGBTQ+ equity, tax filing clinics
Social Research and Planning Council (SRPC) representatives recently presented an update to Huron County Council, requesting assistance for 2025 research and planning initiatives.
WAHS special meeting to honour Black History Month
The Wingham and Area Historical Society (WAHS) will hold a special meeting to honour Black History Month on Feb. 12 at the Alice Munro Library from 2 - 4 p.m.
Multi-unit residential water/sewer rates to remain status quo, for now
A lengthy discussion was held during the North Huron regular council meeting on Feb. 3 after a report from the Director of Finance/Treasurer Chris Townes requested guidance on how to apply the new flat rate water/sewer rates to multi-unit residential buildings.
Maitland River Elementary School’s Grade 6B class is learning about space and moon phases via Oreos
Maitland River Elementary School’s Grade 6B class is learning about space and moon phases and on…
Delegation request urges North Huron to update snow removal routes
North Huron council positively responded to a request from Wingham resident Paul McGee, who appeared before them and requested that snow removal be added to a section of Minnie Street.
Lucknow Kinsmen announce plans for new HQ and community facility
Members of the Lucknow and District Kinsmen Club have shared details on the planned construction of a new headquarters and community facility at Graceland.
Police warn of fraudulent calls impersonating RCMP
The OPP is warning the public about individuals using the OPP’s non-emergency telephone number to legitimize fraudulent bank investigator scams.
Aaron Goodvin returning to Wingham Townhall Theatre with special guests River Town Saints
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as the award-winning country music sensation Aaron Goodvin returns to Wingham, joined by the electrifying River Town Saints.
Belmore Homecoming 2025
The little community of Belmore, “The Hamlet with Heart”, is making good progress with plans for Homecoming 2025. The list of activities is growing and so is enthusiasm!
EarlyON Center enters agreement with Lions
Huron County Council approved a request from Manager of Ontario Works and Children’s Services Cheryl Patience to enter into a five-year lease with the Exeter Lion’s Club.
