Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey action for the week of Jan. 5 through Jan. 11.
Wingham
Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring
Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.
Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).
Memories of Wingham: John Congram remembers ‘Pleasure Avenue’
Though John Congram has not lived in Wingham for many years, he still vividly recalls his connection with the town so many years ago.
Howick Fire Department to replace utility vehicle
Council here approved up to $45,000 from the fire reserve to go toward a used replacement vehicle and associated setup costs for the Howick Fire Department.
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance accredited with exemplary standing
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) has been awarded “Accreditation with Exemplary Standing” by Accreditation Canada, following an on-site survey conducted in November 2025.
Council seeks discussion with hospital officials over use of parking area for standpipe project
After learning that the Wingham and District Hospital board has rejected a request for temporary laydown space in its parking lot, needed for the municipality’s standpipe project, North Huron council has directed staff to pursue a new approach.
New men’s counselling initiative focuses on prevention, support, access
Relevance to Perth and Huron Counties lies in the geographic circumstance.
Huron County OPP sees violent crime decrease in 2025, increase in drug crime
The Huron County OPP board met Dec. 15, 2025 where a report was included outlining crime statistics in the detachment area from Oct. - Dec. 2025.
Ironmen fall further behind with three straight losses in PJHL action
The Wingham Ironmen dropped three games over the past week, remaining in last place in the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League and falling further behind the Walkerton Capitals.
