Council here heard a recommendation from the Recreation Advisory Committee (RAC) at its Sept. 24 meeting to implement a consumption of alcohol policy across all municipality-run arenas.
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Food banks are Ontario’s ‘canary in a coal mine’
Feed Ontario (Ontario Association of Food Banks) issued a press release earlier this month to announce a grim milestone – over a million people visited a food bank in the province last year.
Spirit Walk focused on local history planned for Oct. 9 in Wingham
When most people think of a “Spirit Walk,” they think of things like something spooky on a dark Halloween night, a way that indigenous people connect with ancestors, a religious ceremony, or perhaps a trip to a distillery.
Huron Emergency Services participates in multi-agency training exercise
From Sept. 24 to 26, the County of Huron’s Emergency Services Department and Paramedic team participated in a multi-agency training exercise simulating a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI), held at the North Huron Fire Training Grounds in Blyth.
Community medical centre officially opened in Teeswater
Community members and representatives gathered at 28 Clinton St. South to celebrate a milestone on Sept. 27.
South Bruce hears Official Plan key points, discusses housing
Council here received a presentation on key points from the Bruce County Draft Official Plan (OP) at their Sept. 24 meeting.
United Way Perth Huron kicks off fundraising campaign at North Huron Connection Centre
United Way Perth-Huron kicked off its $2,624,772 fundraising campaign at Northern Huron Connection Centre, located at St. Paul’s Trinity Anglican Church on 19 John Street East in Wingham.
Wingham sees the Grand Parade supporting aging Canadians
The Grand Parade in Wingham, supported by ONE CARE Home and Community Support took place on Sept. 28.
Tri-county tour features memorable machines
It may be confusing to a casual observer, but Perth County farmer Brian Purcell says his 1490 David Brown tractor is also a CASE 1490.
Howick-Turnberry fair made a successful return this year
Horse shows, firefighter games, and live music filled the packed weekend at Howick Community Centre.
The fun’s about to begin: Little Royal Fair runs Oct. 17-20
There’s something in the air … pumpkins are sprouting up on lawns all through town, and there’s a scent of cotton candy in the air. The countdown has begun for this year’s Little Royal Fair, Oct. 17-20.
Peabody presents a certificate in recognition of Peavey Mart’s 20th anniversary
BROCKTON – Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody presents a certificate in recognition of Peavey Mart’s…
Laying of the Pathway Through the Atwood Lions Park began
On the morning of Sept. 28, volunteers and community members were hard at work laying stones on the new Pathway Through the Park at the Atwood Lions Park.
Doors Open Brockton draws visitors and community members alike
Doors Open Brockton on Sept. 28 gave people an insider’s view of 12 local “sites of significance.”
Pathway to the Past: Local healthcare history
It’s October. A season of falling leaves, cooler temps, cozying up with a good book and warm drink, and the Healthcare Heroes Radiothon. Now entering it’s 23rd year, I thought this would be a fitting time to delve into a little bit of the history of healthcare and hospitals in North Perth.
