Over the Christmas holidays, which were all too brief, one of the most popular topics family members had to discuss with me was Sept. 15 – the day that Metroland Media declared bankruptcy and announced plans to cease printing of its weekly newspapers, going to an online-only model.
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Make 2024 the best year ever
The start of a new year brings with it the promise of wonderful things to come.
Listowel Christian School hosts annual Christmas concert
Listowel Christian School held its annual Christmas concert for family members on Dec. 21.
$1.3 million Faulkner bequest boosts Palmerston hospital MRI campaign
The Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation (PDHF) was the recipient of a generous bequest from the late Neil Faulkner, a former Moorefield-area farmer.
Howick Township sets new fees and charges bylaw
At its Dec. 19 meeting, Howick council agreed to pass the fees and charges bylaw which sets all charges for the coming year.
Perth County agrees to 10.49% insurance premium increase
In a staff report outlining the results of an insurance request for proposal (RFP) at the Dec. 21 meeting, Corey Bridge, Perth County’s manager of finance, recommended the lowest bidder – and the county’s existing provider – AON Reed Stenhouse Inc.
Season’s Greetings from Community Living
Community Living North Perth (CLNP) clients and staff were treated to a Christmas gala dinner, dance and plenty of holiday goodwill on Dec. 21 at the Listowel Legion.
Huron County receives workforce project update
Vicki Lass, Huron County’s economic development officer, and Clara Leney, economic development coordinator, presented an update to county councillors on the progress of a workforce project made possible by a successful application for an OMAFRA RED Grant for Workforce Development.
Howick firefighters get new gear for Christmas
At the Dec. 19 meeting, Howick council gave pre-budget approval to increase the budget for firefighter gear from $9,000 to $34,000.
Oh paw-lease!
Morris-Turnberry’s newest resident, Bella Mae, arrived to her new home with Steve and Tamela Kennedy on Dec. 10. Bella Mae, a Basset Hound, poses for the camera last week.
Blyth intersection upgrades near completion
Imran Khalid, Huron County’s director of public works, provided county councillors with an update on the progress at the County Road 25/County Road 4 intersection in Blyth on Dec. 20.
North Huron considering 3.33 per cent tax levy increase
Council held its first official 2024 budget meeting on Dec. 19, and the proposed increase is considerably less than in previous years.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
As you may have read in my recent columns, I have had a good life. However, in October 2013, I had a brain scan which indicated a potential problem with my brain. I didn’t take this too seriously, but I did recognize that the results of the scan do indicate that the end of my life is due sometime. M
2023 Wingham Advance Times Year in Review
There was plenty that made headlines over the last 12 months, as the Wingham Advance Times looks back on the year that was in a two-part segment. Part I features the months of January to April…
