Maitland Conservation (MC) board has a better idea of what the amalgamation proposed for Huron County will look like after a pre-transition committee meeting was held between the conservation authorities slated to become the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority.
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Maitland Conservation moves forward with Goderich project
Instead of holding a special meeting to approve a tender for the construction of the Goderich Restoration Complex, the Maitland Conservation (MC) board decided to give signing power to Chair Ed McGugan (Huron-Kinloss) and Vice Chair Matt Duncan (North Perth) and report back during the MC board meeti
New aerial apparatus replacement approved for fire department
The Council of the Township of North Huron approved the purchase of a refurbished aerial apparatus, replacement of Ladder 2, at its July 20 meeting.
Alice Munro Literary Garden to move to library downtown
The decision from North Huron Council comes after a carried vote at their July 20 meeting, where council members were given two options for the landmark’s relocation: the library or Riverside Park.
Assault charge withdrawn in Mills case
George Mills, the 69-year-old Central Huron resident charged in connection with an altercation in February resulting in North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer hospitalized with injuries, had one charge – Assault Causing Bodily Harm – dropped by the Crown.
OPP seeks information from public following fatal ACW collision
HURON – Huron OPP are asking for assistance from anyone who may have witnessed or has dashcam footage of a single-vehicle collision July 19 in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh.
Temporary parking changes to Carling Terrace
At its July 20 regular council meeting, North Huron council carried a motion to temporarily amend a bylaw to allow for parking on certain sections of Carling Terrace, in order to facilitate the construction of the Wingham standpipe, in the hospital parking area.
WOWC advocates for equitable transit funding and other strategic priorities
WALKERTON – Kate Burns Gallagher of the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus (WOWC) provided Bruce County council with an update on strategic priorities and advocacy, as well as some attention-getting numbers.
Ministry responds to municipal concerns over conservation authority amalgamation
In the wake of the province’s decision to combine local conservation authorities into larger-governed ones, Morris-Turnberry council has received a response from Environment Canada.
Bruce C project update provided to Brockton council by Richards
WALKERTON – Chad Richards, senior strategist, presented an update on the Bruce C project to Brockton council at the July 14 meeting.
Bruce County launches Community Outreach And Support Team (COAST)
BRUCE COUNTY – Bruce County is expanding the services and supports that it offers residents with the launch of a Community Outreach And Support Team (COAST).
Thompson announces $125,000 investment for IPM, Rural Expo
WALKERTON – The Ontario government is investing $125,000 through the 2026 Experience Ontario program to support the Ontario Plowmen’s Association and the local Bruce County committee as they team up to present the 2026 International Plowing Match & Rural Expo in Bruce County, just west of Walkerton.
Public Health advises people to continue monitoring air quality
GREY-BRUCE – Grey Bruce Public Health advised residents late last week to continue to monitor local air quality forecasts and weather alerts through the weekend and take recommended steps to safeguard their health as the area continued to experience poor air quality due to wildfire smoke.
Food, drinks, candles and cosmetics: Beekeeping in Perth County
For generations, professional and hobbyist beekeepers throughout Perth County have been harvesting honey and other hive products for a variety of purposes. Delicious food and drinks, candles, cosmetics, and natural remedies are a few everyday uses for this versatile harvest.
In Photos: The 170th Listowel Fair
Started in 1856, the 170th Listowel Fair was hosted on July 12-16, 2026.
