Menesetung Bridge Association board member Donna Appavoo attended Huron County Council on Feb. 19 to inform members of upcoming rehabilitation work on the bridge, which will require it to be closed for most of the tourist season.
News
Good news – my melanoma cancer is eliminated
Three years ago (2021) surgeons removed two large melanomas (6.3 centimetres and 1.9 cm) from my left armpit area. Remaining were three small melanomas in my lungs.
Western wardens group backs province, feds
The vice-chair of the Western Ontario Wardens Caucus recently issued a statement on the threat of US tariffs on Canadian goods.
Midwestern Newspapers nominated for 19 awards
Midwestern Newspapers has been nominated for 19 Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) 2024 Better Newspapers Competition awards, the organization announced on Feb. 14.
Summer Company program accepting applications
Applications are now being accepted for the annual Summer Company program here.
CNOY walkers surpass target, raise over $30,000 for Connection Centre
Once again, the people of Wingham have united, showcasing their community spirit and generosity at the 2025 Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising walk.
Brockton council endorses province-wide ride framework
During its Feb. 11 meeting, the Council of the Municipality of Brockton passed a motion seeking assistance from the Ontario Government in regards to ride-sharing and taxi licensing.
2024-25 Labour Reports released by Four County Labour Market Planning Board
WALKERTON - The Four County Labour Market Planning Board has released its 2024-25 Labour Market reports. The reports can be found on the planning board website, and include the 2024-2025 Local Labour Market Plan, Clean Energy Impacts Report, the Examining Our Aging Workforce and the 2024-2025 Employ
Steam generator install major milestone for Bruce Power
BRUCE COUNTY - With a lot of heavy lifting required, all eight hulking steam generators have now been placed into Unit 3 to advance Bruce Power’s Life-Extension Program and Major Component Replacement (MCR) Project.
Busy March coming up at Bruce County libraries
WALKERTON - March is a busy time at the Bruce County Public Library. There are numerous opportunities for youth to participate in March Break programs and other activities, including a presentation on scams and fraud. Library staff are excited to share great picks from new books in the Best Bets pre
Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board invites community to help shape budget
HANOVER - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is calling on students, parents, staff, and community members to help shape the future of Catholic education by sharing their thoughts for the development of the 2025-2026 budget.
Howick fire department gets two grants for fire protection
The Howick Township Fire Department received notice that they have been successful at securing grant funding from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office in the amount of $8,230.45.
North Perth raises money for housing, homelessness at CNOY
North Perth and area residents walked for housing and homelessness action at Perth-Huron United Way’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) event on Feb. 22.
Supplies, equipment, staffing strained by hard-hitting winter storms
The winter storm that rolled in mid-February hit the area with a ferocity that hasn’t been seen in quite some time according to representatives of the Huron, Perth and Bruce Public Works departments, resulting in significant efforts to keep roads open where possible.
Western Ontario baseball players heading to Cuba for cultural exchange
Thirty-two coaches and players from various teams in the Western Ontario Baseball Association (WOBA) are gearing up for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as they will be travelling to Cuba on March 6 for a week-long baseball and cultural exchange.
