At their June 17 meeting, Morris-Turnberry Council heard an update from new Huron East Fire Chief Glen Ackerman.
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South Bruce approves phased-in development charges
With very few remarks and a nearly-unanimous recorded vote, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce approved implementation of development charges with a phased-in approach starting August 1, 2025.
Bill 17 aims to streamline process for residents, schools says Weber
Huron County Director of Planning and Development Sandra Weber broke down how Bill 17 will impact Huron County and its member municipalities during Huron County Council’s June 4 meeting.
Care, love of playwright for subject matter shines through ‘The Wind’
From the moment they enter the Blyth Festival to take in The Wind Coming Over the Sea – the world premiere performance that takes the second spot in the Blyth Festival’s 2025 season – theatregoers know this isn’t your typical theatre fare.
Northern Huron Connection Centre success stories shared at anniversary brunch and learn event
The Northern Huron Connection Centre (NHCC) opened on June 28, 2023, as a place for people who need the unique services it provides for the homeless, marginalized and underprivileged in the area.
Wingham Trail Committee tours upcoming projects with new CAO
Wingham Trail Committee volunteer Phil Beard, accompanied by Reeve Paul Heffer and CAO Nelson…
Huron County finances remain strong; clean audit confirms fiscal health
Huron County’s financial health remains robust, with a clean audit report revealing a $2.1 million uncommitted surplus and strategic reserve management, according to the county’s 2024 financial statements and draft audit report.
Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event set for July 19
The Maitland Valley Ride for Dad event is scheduled for July 19, and organizers invite you to “ride together to fight prostate cancer, one mile at a time.”
Saugeen Ojibway Nation sues province for royalites from Goderich Salt Mines and other aggregate extraction from its territory
Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) is fighting back against the Ontario and Canadian governments in a continuation of court battles over water rights and resource extraction that have raged on for decades.
Newcomers in Huron, Perth facing challenges with housing
Newcomers to Huron and Perth Counties are facing difficulties in finding a place within the community in more ways than one according to Huron County Local Immigration Partnership Manager Mark Nonkes.
Council waives permit fee for Pioneer Park
Council here waived a building permit fee for the Bluevale Community Committee at their June 17 meeting, effectively helping proposed work on the dugouts at the Pioneer Park baseball diamond come to fruition.
Hospital hosts open house to celebrate new CT scanner
WINGHAM - Members of the community here gathered at the Wingham & District Hospital on June 25 for an open house which celebrated the opening of the brand-new CT scanner suite.
Walkerton Herald-Times July 3 Turnbacks
From July 1, 1987
100th Mayburry reunion held in Atwood
ATWOOD - The descendants of George and Elizabeth (Keating) Mayburry held their 100th reunion on June 22.
$28,000 OTF grant from Ontario Government gives community a lift
HANOVER - On June 17, MPP Paul Vickers met with the team at Hanover Community Players (HCP) at the local Volunteer Fair to formally congratulate the group on what it’s done since receiving a $28,000 capital grant last year from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
