Huron County Warden Glen McNeil has been appointed chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC).
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Howick approves increase to firefighter compensation for truck, equipment maintenance
During the Jan. 17 Howick council meeting, Fire Chief Josh Kestner presented a report to council in regards to changing the remuneration for truck and equipment inspections.
Morris-Turnberry council approves multiple purchases ahead of budget
Council has given staff the green light to proceed multiple purchases for the public works department ahead of approving the 2023 budget.
‘Treasure swap’ service discontinued by Morris-Turnberry
Residents will no longer be able to drop off and pick up items at the Morris-Turnberry landfill for “treasure swapping.”
Blyth Lions donated to Northern Huron Connection Centre
The United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) recently received a donation towards the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham from the Blyth Lions Club. The Lions contributed $500 to the initiative. Pictured: Lion Fred DeBoer, president of the Blyth Lions Club, presents Lisa Harper, UWPH community developm
F.E. Madill snack program seeking assistance
Lisa Jackson, teacher and snack program coordinator at F.E. Madill Secondary School, is seeking additional help with the food program.
Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 squad finalists at Silver Stick
The Wingham Ironmen U9 Tier 2 team had a successful weekend at the Silver Stick Tournament in Parkhill last weekend, finishing as finalists and silver medalists. Wingham tied Drayton 2-2 in the first game of the tournament, and followed that game with a pair of wins over East Lambton (8-1) and South
Ironmen shut down Barons for Sunday matinee victory
The Wingham Ironmen defense corps was dialled in on Sunday afternoon at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex, limiting the visiting Hanover Barons to 21 shots en route to a 4-1 win for the home side.
2024 Wingham Homecoming plans officially underway
Recruitment for volunteer committee members is underway to begin planning for the 2024 Wingham Homecoming reunion event officially.
Four games, four losses for Walkerton Capitals
Four games, four losses – the past week wasn’t a good one for the Walkerton Capitals.
Saugeen Conservation elects new chair at AGM
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has a new chair – Barbara Dobreen, representing Southgate. She was acclaimed to the position during the Jan. 19 annual meeting of the authority’s board of directors.
Bruce County council takes first look at 2023 budget
The county is looking at an overall budget increase of 10.57 per cent, following the presentation of the preliminary budget report on Jan. 12, and the initial budget meeting on Jan. 19.
Hanover hospital addresses increased patient volumes
Over the last few years, Hanover and District Hospital (HDH) has faced unprecedented patient volumes in all areas of the hospital, creating significant overcapacity challenges.
Talented Sacred Heart musicians play during school coffee house event
Sacred Heart High School has a lot of talent when it comes to music classes, and students displayed this during a coffee house event.
Formosa Lions welcome three new members
Pictured are the Formosa Lions Club’s newest Lions (from left): Lion Harry Dosman, Lion Derek Dupuis and Lion Heidi Dupuis, who were inducted and welcomed by members of the club on Jan. 11.
