The Wingham BIA Festival of Lanterns was held on Thurs. Oct. 23 and despite the rainy weather, festival organizers said, “the show must go on!”
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New multi-sport indoor court unveiled at special ribbon-cutting event
The Leland and Thora Vance Fund has once again benefitted Wingham residents, as highlighted at a ribbon-cutting event officially opening the new multi-sport indoor basketball/pickleball court at the North Huron Community Complex.
Road projects recapped
At its Oct. 21 regular council meeting, council here heard a recap on departmental operations from Director of Public Works Mike Alcock.
Huron Perth Public Health passes 2026 budget
At its Oct. 10 meeting, the Huron Perth Public Health board passed its 2026 budget after discussion on expenses decreasing and municipal versus provincial funding.
Popular local priest retires, leaving lasting legacy of inclusion
WINGHAM - In a community where farming runs deep, Rev. JoAnn Todd planted a different kind of seed, one of inclusivity, community service and unwavering compassion.
New multi-sport indoor court unveiled at special ribbon-cutting event
WINGHAM – The Leland and Thora Vance Fund has once again benefitted Wingham residents, as…
Wingham Minor Hockey seeks lower ice rental rates
WINGHAM - The Wingham Minor Hockey Association (WMHA) asked North Huron Council to consider reducing the ice rental rates for the youth hockey group in its upcoming budget deliberations.
Donation of $5,000 to the WDHF’s X-Ray Suite Replacement Campaign
Marlene Berry, Matt Berry and April Vella donated $5,000 to the WDHF’s X-Ray Suite Replacement Campaign in memory of Doug Berry.
Oh, my gourd! It’s a pumpkin invasion!
Well, ‘tis the season, as they say, when the colour orange seems to dominate the landscape.
Brockton mayor calls for more details on county spending on homelessness
WALKERTON - As the deadline draws closer for completion of the 2026 Bruce County budget, Mayor Chris Peabody is expressing concerns about one element in it – the $72,000 earmarked for homelessness through the Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan.
IN PHOTOS: Monkton Lions Club host first annual Halloween Dog Show
The annual event will be hosted every year on the Saturday before Halloween.
Bill 5 and the Meaford mistake
Dear Editor: Anita Jacobson and the Coalition to Repeal Bill 5 are right to sound the alarm about what’s been done to Ontario’s Endangered Species Act.
North Perth hosts Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Night
LISTOWEL - A drop-in Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Appreciation Night was held at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on Oct. 22 for families and community members.
Dry hydrant installed at Fordwich gravel pit
HOWICK - At its Oct. 21 meeting, council here heard from Fire Chief Josh Kestner about the recent installation of a dry hydrant in Fordwich.
Grey County Council passes a motion opposing provincial ban on speed cameras
OWEN SOUND - Premier Doug Ford’s government has tabled legislation that would ban speed cameras, as part of a bill aimed at reducing red tape. Ford has called use of the cameras a “cash grab” for municipalities.
