NORTH HURON - From gentle Tai Chi sessions at the library to informative estate-planning workshops, North Huron is rolling out a diverse spring schedule designed to keep local seniors active and informed.
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Heritage association toy show draws crowd
MILDMAY - The Bruce County Heritage Association Toy Show on March 29, drew at least as many people as last year, and probably more – people were lined up, waiting to get in, when doors opened. many having travelled a considerable distance.
Council assists with storage issue for minor hockey
WALKERTON - A funding request from Walkerton Minor Hockey, to assist with the cost of storing important equipment (the compressor and pipes) for the “Ice Palace” off-season, had been tabled at the March 10 council meeting, to give time for staff to get additional information.
Welcome to Atwood
This week, let’s begin a journey around to the other communities that make up North Perth. First,…
Two-vehicle collision on March 28 in Brockton claims life of 27-year-old
BROCKTON - A 27-year-old man was pronounced deceased following a collision involving two motor vehicles in Brockton on Saturday, March 28.
Five local teams heading to OMHA finals after WOAA victories
LUCKNOW - The West Coast Whitecaps U13A squad claimed the Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOAA) banner over the weekend, downing the Southeast Surge in a home game at the Lucknow arena.
Workplace violence incidents decline across school board
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) reported a decline in workplace violence incidents across its schools, while emphasizing continued investment in prevention, training and support for staff and students.
Winter storms sweep through Perth County in 1926
After experiencing a winter that has been longer and snowier than recent years, many are eagerly…
Brockton mayor expresses concern over county’s new Official Plan
WALKERTON - The storms that swept across the area Monday night and Tuesday had Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody concerned about the ongoing flooding situation in Pinkerton.
LDSS hosts skills competition
LISTOWEL - The local Skills Ontario competition was hosted by Listowel District Secondary School (LDSS) on March 24. This year, 13 competitors from four high schools competed: South Huron District High School, (SHDHS), Goderich District Collegiate Institute (GDCI), LDSS, and St. Marys District Colle
Five area teams heading to OMHA finals after WOAA wins
LUCKNOW - The West Coast Whitecaps U13A squad claimed the Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOAA) banner over the weekend, downing the Southeast Surge in a home game at the Lucknow arena.
Municipal staff, county, SVCA commended for efforts in dealing with the flood situation in Pinkerton
WALKERTON - At the March 24 meeting of Brockton Council, council passed a motion authorizing the chief administrative officer and chief financial officer to execute necessary purchases and expenditures related to the Pinkerton flooding event.
Agri-Food Discovery Centre architect designs unveiled at AGM
LISTOWEL - Moriyama Teshima Architects' designs for the Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre – slated to be built beside the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex here – depict the centre dedicated to agricultural science as a campus for visiting and learning.
North Huron Council approves lease extension for Blyth G2G Trail
WINGHAM - North Huron Council here has approved a five-year lease extension and an amended agreement for a portion of the former Goderich to Guelph (G2G) Rail Trail.
Provincial appointees named to local board of health
GREY-BRUCE - A communication from Jim Pine and Dr Eileen de Villa, special advisors to the chief medical officer of health for the province, named two provincial appointments to the Grey Bruce Board of Health. This was the sixth communication from the special advisors.
