Long-time New Democratic Party (NDP) supporter, political activist and organic farmer Tony McQuail may not have won the federal NDP leadership race, but he feels he was heard, especially by new leader Avi Lewis.
Wingham
Cowbell Brewing Company buys Grand Bend-area winery
Blyth’s Cowbell Brewing Company has acquired Grand Bend’s Dark Horse Estate Winery as part of the company’s ongoing effort to offer what customers want.
Mills court appearance set for May 11; Hill removed from courtroom
George B. Mills, who was arrested in connection with an incident that occurred at the location and time that North Huron Township Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer was injured outside a North Huron Council meeting, had his first appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich on April 13.
Hurting with you: our community
Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.
Students return to Madill after structure cleared
On Tuesday, April 7, a student was involved with a fire in Madill resulting in life-threatening injuries. The school was closed due to damage and classes were moved online for the rest of last week.
Lake Huron Coastal Centre looking for volunteers for Goderich Shoreline Clean-up
In celebration of Earth Day, the Lake Huron Coastal Centre (LHCC) is inviting volunteers to help protect the shoreline at the annual Goderich Beach Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18, from 1-3 p.m. Participants will meet at St. Christopher’s Beach.
Second annual I Am Huron campaign kicks off
This initiative celebrates the positive impact immigrants make in Huron County and highlights their contributions to the community.
South Bruce man arrested after suspect at large in Huron
The Huron Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual from South Bruce in South Bruce who was said to be involved with an incident in South Huron.
Postcards, glove factory shape Wingham’s story
On a chilly April afternoon at the Wingham & Area Historical Society’s (WAHS) regular meeting, talk of leather, fleece and factory floors soon gave way to faded ink and penny stamps.
Conservation experts warn as province moves to dismantle conservation system
A province‑wide coalition of conservation experts, farmers and cottagers is urging the Ontario government to halt its plan to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into nine regional bodies.
