Jim Ginn will once again represent Huron County on the Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) board of directors.
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Morris-Turnberry council approves request for McArthur Drain improvements
A proposed drainage improvement project at a local farm is slow to get moving due to a lack of communication from Hydro One, according to Morris-Turnberry staff.
Howick hires new deputy treasurer
At the Nov. 21 council meeting, the Township of Howick hired a new deputy treasurer, as well as a seasonal, full-time public works equipment operator/labourer, and day camp counsellor for the before- and after-school program.
Council meetings to remain ‘status quo’ in Morris-Turnberry
After reviewing a lengthy report and discussion, council has opted to maintain the “status quo” for council meetings.
RTO, Goderich Lions partner to help Ukrainian refugees
Following a successful spring clothing drive for Ukrainian refugees by retired teachers and education workers in Huron-Perth, RTO District 9 discovered there were other urgent needs for Ukrainians struggling to get a foothold in our area.
Maitland Presbyterial WMS hosts fall rally at Camp Kintail
“Rejoicing in Service” was the theme of the fall rally of the Maitland Presbyterial of the WMS hosted by Belmore Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Camp Kintail. Fifteen members were registered and four guests attended for a total of 19 who were able to enjoy the day.
‘A man may die, nations may rise and fall, but an idea lives on’
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
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.
