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Wingham

Howick passes 2026 budget with 5.34% tax rate increase, plus 2% capital infrastructure levy

Nicole Beswitherick February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, Local News, Wingham Advance Times

HOWICK - The council chambers here were more crammed than usual, as addi- tional chairs had to be brought in for mem- bers of the public in attendance for the township’s third draft budget presentation – which was passed at a tax rate increase of 5.34 per cent plus 2% capital infrastruc- ture levy.

OPP board passes $60,586 budget

Rachel Hammermueller February 19, 2026Local News, News, Police, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County OPP Detachment Board approved its 2026 budget at its Jan. 26 meeting after requesting an amendment to increase the administration budget to the draft budget at its Dec. 15, 2025 meeting.

Child luring charges in Huron

Submitted February 19, 2026Local News, Police, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

The Huron County OPP Crime Unit has charged a Zorra Township resident with several criminal offences as part of an ongoing child luring investigation that commenced in December 2025. 

Plenty of Family Day fun to be found in North Huron

Cory Bilyea February 19, 2026Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Family Day weekend in North Huron featured numerous events around the area, including a special…

Local youth honored by teammates

Cory Bilyea February 19, 2026Local News, News, Rural, Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham U13 Yellow hockey team held a moment of silence to honour Odin Leachman of Wingham, who passed away from cancer on Jan. 25.

Roundabout, ambulance bay divide council

Denny Scott February 19, 2026News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron County Treasurer Michael Blumhagen once again advised Huron County Council that the coming fiscal years will be difficult without increasing spending.

‘If you maintain it, they might come’ just doesn’t have the same ring

Denny Scott February 19, 2026Columns, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

To paraphrase one of the greatest movies of all time (and probably the greatest baseball movie of…

Ironmen post one win, two losses to finish out 2025-26 season

Denny Scott February 19, 2026Sports, Wingham Advance Times

The Wingham Ironmen, after posting one win and two losses over the weekend, remain in last place in the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League with no further games scheduled for the season.

South Bruce uses interest from NWMO legacy fund to lower levy

Denny Scott February 19, 2026News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

TEESWATER – South Bruce Council will start with a 2.55 per cent increase to the residential tax…

Multiple local teams compete in South Huron memorial tournament

Denny Scott February 19, 2026Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Feb. 9, 2026 – Playoff games U15B – Midwest 49ers (1) at Southeast Surge (4) Feb. 10, 2026 –…

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Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders

OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.

Arrest after home invasion, theft, cross-county getaway attempt

Huron County OPP has arrested one individual following several incidents that spanned Lambton, Huron, and Perth counties on March 18, 2026. 

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Students in the spotlight at Owen Sound Regional Skills 2026

OWEN SOUND - More than 50 secondary school students put their skilled trades training to the test at the 2026 Regional Technological Skills Challenge held Friday, Feb. 27 in Owen Sound.

Three way tie for top spot at Teeswater crockinole gathering

TEESWATER - Lots of fun and competition was enjoyed at the Teeswater Town Hall on Wednesday, March 18.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026

The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.

David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025

As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Behind the Sirens: The commitment behind your local firefighters

When a fire truck races down the street with lights and sirens, most people see the emergency response in action.

Two decades of disease, celebrated with cake

Friday, March 20, 2026 officially marked 20 years of me living with type one diabetes (T1D). And yes – I got a cake. A personalized one, actually.

From lived experience to lasting support – putting farmer mental health first

In March 2019, my husband Brian and I began milking cows in our new dairy barn near Cannington in Durham Region.

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Perth County OPP dedicates staff member to monitoring released offenders

By Rachel Hammermueller

OMAP is a crime suppression strategy designed to deter repeat offenders, holding them accountable to release conditions, Vincent told the board that day.

Belgrave Playground Committee plans exciting summer kickoff event for 2026

By Cory Bilyea

The Belgrave Playground Committee is hosting a three-day Kickoff Summer Event from June 12 to 14 at the Belgrave Community Centre.

David Yates releases new book, Huron at the Crossroads: 1925-2025

By Cory Bilyea

As Huron County prepares to mark its bicentennial, local historian and retired teacher David Yates is offering a timely gift to the community.

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