In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.
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Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls
Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.
The Maitland Scare Path was a creepy start into Halloween
The Maitland Scare Path in Wingham was a creepy start into the Halloween weekend. At nightfall Oct.…
United Way launches Ultimate Burger Battle in Huron County
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) invites burger lovers to dig in and make a difference during the Ultimate Burger Battle in Huron County, running throughout November.
North Huron opts out of Line Fences Act
At their Oct. 19 meeting, North Huron council discussed fences, specifically, carrying a motion for the township to opt-out of the Line Fences Act.
Huron paramedics vote to strike
Citing staffing pressures and wage increases not matching inflation over the past decade, Huron County paramedics, part of CUPE 4513, have voted in favour of a strike.
Midwest Co-op to close Belgrave, Wiarton retail locations
Midwest Co-operative Services Inc. announced the pending closure of two locations in early 2027, citing changing retail landscape.
Reeve Paul Heffer delivers closing remarks; announces land ownership
As the last regular meeting of this term of North Huron council neared a close Nov. 2, Reeve Paul Heffer gave his closing remarks – focusing on the current council’s accomplishments and creation of a steady foundation the new council can build upon to address challenges that still deserve attention.
Ellis claims top prize in TV Bingo
BRUCE – Fran Ellis of Walkerton claimed the highest-value prize in the Wightman Rotary TV Bingo last week.
Walkerton Herald-Times Nov. 05 Turnbacks
From Nov. 9, 1988
We thank them for their service
The devastating fire in Wainwright, Alberta, that killed four members of the armed forces and injured dozens of others, shocked the nation. We are prepared for numbers like that in a theatre of war, not during a peacetime training exercise.
Seven Trailblazing women share their stories at library event
LISTOWEL – Parkview Gardens hosted a full turnout for the North Perth Public Library’s Tell Me a Story; Trailblazing Women event on Oct. 15.
Fall into winter with Walkerton vendor market
WALKERTON - Entry into the seventh annual Fall into Christmas vendors’ market was held at the Walkerton Agricultural Building 3 over the weekend was a donation to the Walkerton food bank.
Piano Heist show coming to Wingham Dec. 2
Piano Heist is back with a dazzling new holiday production: A Very Merry Heistmas! A festive romp through Christmas classics interlaced with their own brand of musical and comedic shenanigans, Nico Rhodes & Patrick Courtin tackle everything“ Christmas.”
Bill 125 proposed to reduce appeal, availability of vapour products to youth
STRATFORD – The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received a letter in its correspondence regarding support for Bill 125 at its Oct. 9 meeting.
