During a regular meeting of North Huron council, Coun. Chris Palmer voiced his disapproval of the Community Engagement Committee’s support of equitable hiring practices, calling the wording in a report by Chief Administrative Officer Nelson Santos “a rabbit hole” and saying that it is “woke stuff.”
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ATV collision results in multiple impaired charges for North Huron man
Huron County OPP has charged a North Huron resident with criminal driving offences following a single-vehicle ATV collision in Howick on June 29, a police report states.
Public health releases 2024 annual report
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) recently announced the HPPH 2024 Annual Report is now available online.
Formosa Lion receives Art Woods award
The Formosa and District Lions Club held their June Lottery draw with the following people winning $40: Brian Gutscher, Formosa; Tom Elviss, Fenwick; Mike and Angel Inglis, Guelph, Al Schnurr, Formosa and Pat Morely, Mildmay.
Teeswater to mark 150th with free, fun, family activities on July 19
The village of Teeswater is offering a day of free, fun, family events in celebration of the community’s 150th anniversary.
Lucknow and District Kinette Club honours members with $15,000 donation to oncology clinic
The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation states they are proud to announce a $15,000 donation from the Lucknow and District Kinette Club.
Local couples celebrate 65th anniversaries
Close on the heels of the village’s 170th anniversary celebrations, two long time Belmore couples recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversaries a week apart.
Bark and Bite fundraiser for Milverton Dog Park a success
The first of three fundraisers in support of the Milverton Dog Park was held July 10 at Perth East…
Local MOH says Grey-Bruce resolution at alPHa will ‘save lives’
GREY/BRUCE - The Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) held its annual general meeting and conference in Toronto, June 18-20.
Dinner in lavender field encourages local tourism and businesses
TEESWATER - Guests gathered among blooming lavender fields and live music on the evening of July 13 as Flavours of South Bruce returned for its fourth year at Essentially Lavender in Teeswater.
100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce donate $34,400 to Saugeen Hospice
GREY/BRUCE - The women of 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce have once again made an incredible impact in our community. As a result of a May 31st meeting, the organization proudly presented their largest donation to date: a cheque for $34,400 to Saugeen Hospice Inc.
Rain doesn’t dampen Huron County Cruisers car show
Not even the near-torrential rain that pushed through the area on July 11 could keep people away from the Huron County Cruisers’ annual car show in Howick The event featured dozens of vehicles, a food truck and plenty of conversation about the vintage and antique vehicles...
Perth County Financial Report shows a 2024 $100K surplus, $117K investment gain
STRATFORD - A relatively positive financial report was presented to Perth County Council on July 3.
Early intervention would serve youth better
In June, a bank was robbed in Durham, a midwestern Ontario town many of us have either visited (beautiful conservation park and hiking trails, right on the river) or driven through (Highway 6). The robbers were apparently armed with a machete and handgun. Police have now made arrests.
Teeswater to mark 150th with free, fun, family activities on July 19
TEESWATER - The village of Teeswater is offering a day of free, fun, family events in celebration of the community’s 150th anniversary.
