Fire chiefs in Huron County have issued an open-air fire ban, effective immediately.
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IN PHOTOS: Howick Central Public School’s 2023 track and field meet
Howick Central Public School hosted its track and field meet on Thursday, May 25. Athletes competed in several events throughout the day.
Four Madill athletes take home top prizes at WOSSAA
The WOSSAA Track and Field Championships took place on May 25-26, 2023 at the Western Alumni Stadium in London.
Maitland Conservation thanks retiring member Dave Turton
The board of directors from Maitland Conservation honoured retiring member Dave Turton at its May 17 meeting, thanking him for his hard work and dedication over the last eight years, especially his time as chair during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Memories of Wingham: Ken Wood
This is the fourth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
Howick firefighters’ breakfast a smashing hit
If you were looking for someone in the village of Gorrie on Sunday morning, chances are they were enjoying breakfast at the fire hall. The Howick Firefighters Association hosted its annual breakfast on May 28, serving a steady stream of hungry residents. At 10 a.m., people were lined up out the door
Howick Mutual Insurance celebrates 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance marked their 150th anniversary by hosting a celebration at their office in Wingham on May 26. Lots of fun was to be had during the event, as local musician Natalie Irwin performed and beef on a bun was served by Cardiff BBQ. Pictured are the current staff of Howick Mutual Ins
Community mailboxes to be installed in Fordwich
At its May 16 meeting, Howick council received a report from public works, updating members on the community mailboxes (CMB) in Fordwich.
Wingham Independent MC barbecue raises nearly $3,000 for local breakfast programs
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) is calling support for its latest fundraiser “phenomenal.”
Wingham Hospital Discovery Week hosts students from Western
An introduction to rural medicine is a vital piece of knowledge for eager and enthusiastic medical students. Last week, three students from the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University in London got to experience just that.
Madill rugby program has historic week
Mustangs, no matter their body type, are known to be surefooted and have good endurance, so it’s not surprising that the athletes representing the F.E. Madill Secondary Mustangs display similar attributes on the rugby pitch.
More than $13,000 collected at Wingham event for Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth
It was a beautiful day to hike the Wingham Community Trail on Saturday, May 27.
Union: Wescast announces intentions to close Wingham foundry operations
One of Wingham’s longest operating industries intends to close its foundry operations, according to the union that represents its workers.
St. John Ambulance recognizes residents, volunteers at awards dinner in Elmwood on May 26
Five people were honoured with lifesaving awards during the annual St. John Ambulance Honours and Awards dinner in Elmwood on May 25.
