My late grandfather worked on a prominent Wingham well-drilling outfit for the majority of his adult life. He and his crew were drilling a well on an area farm on Friday afternoon, Nov. 22, 1963, when the farmer’s wife came out from the house and told them that U.S. President John F. Kennedy had bee
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Profit sharing with employees a formula for business success
Several years after I opened my small tool and die shop, I came up with what turned out to be a sure-fire formula for growing my business: I made my top managers partners in profits, and I gave them a share of the ownership.
A recap of the first half of my life
Right now, heading into winter, is a good time for me to do a life recap.
Recent council meeting should be used as a lesson
Where do I start? Monday, Nov. 20 was one of the more intense North Huron council meetings I have taken in during my time here at the Advance Times.
Thank our lucky stars we have food banks
There is something about current food bank use that hints at the proverbial canary in a coal mine. In this case, the poor creature is feet-up at the bottom of the cage.
Maitland River Christmas Market, Nov. 25
Maitland River Christmas Market was held on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham. The event had fun activities for kids, jewelry, clothing, books, skincare, sewing, toys, quilts, bags, wreaths, ornaments and much more.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Wingham Santa Claus Parade
The 2023 Lions Club of Wingham Santa Claus Parade was a great success on Saturday, Nov. 25 - plenty of floats, beautiful blue skies, and a large turnout on Wingham’s main street. The parade featured fair royalty, local athletes. businesses and service groups, as well as Santa Claus making a special
Morris-Turnberry council approves 2024 fees and charges bylaw
Compared to conversation by their neighbours in North Huron about the 2024 fees and charges bylaw, Morris-Turnberry council’s discussion was a leisurely walk in the park.
AORS pleased province introducing bill banning providers from charging for utility locate services
News of the province introducing a bill that will prohibit underground infrastructure owners and operators from charging fees to locate telecommunications lines, water mains and gas pipelines was well-received by the Associations of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) last week.
Wingham restaurant ‘paying it forward’ to the community
From time to time, social media can provide positivity. The latest initiative from Castings Public House in Wingham is a perfect example of that.
U18 Ironmen play in Silver Stick
The Wingham Ironmen U18 team went 1-2-0 at the Silver Stick Tournament last week. The Ironmen beat the Saugeen Shores Storm 1-0 on Nov. 13, before falling to the Blyth Brussels Crusaders 3-1 on Nov. 17, and Arran Elderslie Ice Dogs 3-0 on Nov. 18. The team finished in the third spot below the first
‘Back to Basics’ curling clinic hosted at Wingham club
The Wingham Golf & Curling Club recently hosted the ‘Back to Basics’ curling clinic. Over 20 participants, both new curlers and some others just looking for some tips to improve their game. All would agree that had a very informative and fun filled day.
Lancers derail 81’s for first win of OEHL season
It took seven games, but the Lucknow Lancers finally registered a win in the Ontario Elite Hockey League.
Belmore Christmas Market, Nov. 18
The third annual Belmore Christmas Market on Nov. 18 played host to 25 vendors in effort to fundraise for the Belmore Chamber of Commerce. Event co-ordinator Lindsay Underwood, of 40 Hills Fibre Art smiled showing a macramé Christmas tree card decoration, one of her many decorations for sale at the
