As part of the latest push to raise awareness around the locally rising threat of human trafficking, F.E. Madill Secondary School held an information night on Apr. 29, with gymnasium seats filled with listeners across age demographics.
News
The Un-credible Trump
Canada’s newly re-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney seems to have gained his new mandate largely on the belief among voters he is best positioned to deal with the literally existential threat posed to Canada by US President Donald Trump.
Morris-Turnberry authorize internet, phone voting for 2026 election
Council here passed a bylaw authorizing internet and telephone voting for the 2026 municipal election, during its April 22 meeting.
Huron County OPP announces new detachment commander
The Huron County OPP has named their new detachment commander.
The reality of my many medical tests
There are a number of companies competing to build Artificial intelligence (AI) compliant operations. AI is portrayed as solving the world’s problems – one problem at a time.
Local conservation leader breaks new ground on provincial board
For the first time ever, a Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) member will have a seat on the Conservation Ontario Executive Board.
Classic Troubadours concert coming to Wingham theatre
Award-winning singer-songwriter Jacob Moon and a troupe of veteran performers honour four songwriting legends May 14.
Community Living Wingham and District receives $10,000 donation
Community Living Wingham and District was the recipient of a $10,000 donation from the Lucknow…
New measles exposures in HPPH region including Wingham hospital
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is advising the community of new measles exposures.
We cannot overlook our own issues
The recent federal election had the highest voter turnout in decades. It seems Canadians took notice when the American president took to sniping at our prime minister, calling him Governor Trudeau, and Canada the 51st state.
Assault in North Huron; school bus driver charged with careless driving
On April 23, members of the Huron County OPP responded to a report of an assault in the Municipality of Huron East. Following investigation, a police report states, the suspect was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code.
The Wingham Trail Committee was out May 1 to begin the planting of 150 native shrubs
The committee worked along the Maitland River at the site of the now removed Howson Dam
‘News is only the first rough draft of history’
I’m going to (fairly shamelessly) borrow from some of my previous bosses this week and talk about…
A budding topic for spring – with a dash of humour
As spring slowly settles in, the plant buds are beginning to flush or open all over the area, and…
May the fourth (or force) be with you
WALKERTON - This group came prepared for whatever they found at the Hike for Saugeen Hospice event in Walkerton – light sabres, costumes, and corny jokes about May 4.
