HOWICK – Council here has approved reallocating an estimated $35,000 in unspent wages from its yet-to-be-filled municipal law enforcement officer position to purchase a vehicle, uniform and other equipment for the new officer.
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“Colour Is…” opens at Blyth Festival Art Gallery featuring 28 artists, encourages communication through colour
In red-rimmed glasses, Percival taught the audience that colour is something people aren’t having conversations about – but should be.
Associate Medical Officer of Health named for HPPH
HURON/PERTH – Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) recently shared in a media release that the Ministry of Health has approved the appointment of Dr. Lauren Hayward as Associate Medical Officer of Health for HPPH.
One local representative set for new conservation board
As the provincially-mandated amalgamation of conservation areas looms, Maitland Conservation (MC) is continuing its campaign of awareness of the realities and shifts that will take place.
Huron plowing match coming to Morris-Turnberry in its ninety-eighth year
The 98th Annual Huron County Ploughing Match will be in Huron County Aug. 20-21, at 41936 Howick-Turnberry Road, Morris-Turnberry.
McKee Tattoo in downtown Wingham holds tenth anniversary celebration Aug. 7
“This day is also dedicated to the memory of our founder, Sheldon McKee,” a social media post from the business details.
North Huron council proposes increasing reeve pay by $8,957, 64.16%
North Huron Council carried a motion to approve an increase in the 2027 honorarium of reeve, deputy reeve and councillor positions, with additional pay adjustments for attending meetings.
North Huron council’s decision for literary garden location stands
Several members of the Wingham and District Horticultural Society supported two members speaking at North Huron council’s regular meeting Aug. 10.
Mills case delayed in sixth month
George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident facing an obstruction of justice charge in relation to a Feb. 20 altercation which saw North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, was again before the Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich on Aug. 10.
Alzheimer society announces new executive director
STRATFORD – The Alzheimer Society of Huron and Perth (ASHP) recently announced Tracey Jones as its new executive director.

