The Wingham Ironmen came out on top of a tight defensive contest Sunday afternoon against the visiting Walkerton Capitals to pick up their first win of 2023 and halt a four-game losing skid in the process.
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Municipality praises two grant programs that have positive impact South Bruce businesses
Last year was another busy year for economic development at the Municipality of South Bruce, according to a staff report at the Jan. 10 council meeting.
South Bruce CLC holds first meeting of 2023
The South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) held its inaugural meeting on Jan. 12, its first since the 2022-26 council was sworn in.
Driver rolls SUV after puppy gets loose inside vehicle
Huron County OPP has charged a Morris-Turnberry resident following a single vehicle rollover on Jan. 15.
Huron County Pride hosting town hall event in Wingham, Feb. 2
Huron County Pride is looking to get input from the community on its vision for Pride celebrations within the community.
Blyth Greenway Trailhead gets $60K financial boost from Tourism Relief Fund
The Blyth Greenway Trailhead, part of the G2G Rail Trail Experience, has received a $60,000 financial injection that will enhance the existing tourism sector in North Huron and assist in the ongoing pandemic recovery efforts by local governments.
Libro donates to Northern Huron Connection Centre
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) recently received a $1,575 donation from Libro Credit Union towards the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham. Pictured: Debb Finch, advice and service delivery coordinator for Libro Credit Union, presents Lisa Harper, UWPH community development manager, with
No verdict in court case between HPPH, Wingham restaurant
Stephen and Joanne Hill, owners of Buck and Jo’s Restaurant in downtown Wingham, will have to wait a bit longer to hear the verdict on several charges alleging failure to comply with a Section 22 order issued by the region’s medical officer of health on Nov. 5, 2021.
Huron County draft budget proposes 12.46 per cent levy increase
Michael Blumhagen, director of corporate services and treasurer for Huron County, began the county’s first 2023 budget meeting on Jan. 4 by saying, “It’s just a draft, but it’s a little scary at this point."
A healthy dose of humour
Mental Health Matters Wingham recently received a donation from Spinrite in Listowel, which will be used to support the organization’s “Healthy Dose of Humour” comedy night at the Wingham Knights of Columbus Centre on Saturday, May 6. Tickets for the event, featuring Jessica Holmes (Royal Canadian A
North Huron Museum project will not move forward
The North Huron Museum fundraising committee withdrew from its scheduled delegation with the council on Jan. 16 after news of the 2023 budget talks suggested facility closures or third-party operations.
North Huron looking to cut $1M from budget to reduce proposed 20.65 per cent tax increase
The Township of North Huron’s council and staff members met for the second time to discuss the 2023 budget on Jan. 12 at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre.
Rough weekend on the road for Walkerton Junior Capitals
The Walkerton Junior Capitals had a rough couple of days on the weekend, with a 7-4 defeat in Goderich, followed by a 3-1 defeat in Wingham.
Capitals U15 OWHL BB team wins Orillia tournament
The Walkerton Capitals U15 OWHL BB team travelled to Orillia last weekend for the Orillia Hawks Girls Tournament. The squad were undefeated in the tournament, registering a 6-0 record while allowing only three goals. The weekend was capped with a 2-1 win over Etobicoke in the final. Team members inc
Walkerton Capitals U18 OWHL squad wins Orillia tourney
The Walkerton Capitals U18 OWHL team captured the championship at the Orillia Hawks Girls Tournament over the weekend, capping an undefeated weekend with a 1-0 win over the Ennismore Eagles on Sunday. The Capitals allowed only one goal in six games during the tournament. Pictured, back row (from lef
