Despite the province gradually making its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic, some organizations are still feeling the impact of the pandemic.
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Howick Township to implement vaccine policy on Nov. 1
The Township of Howick is the latest municipality to implement a COVID-19 vaccination policy, with council approving the Oct. 19 report from Clerk Carol Watson that introduced the new policy.
Huron County explores dispersed supportive housing options
County of Huron social and property services staff are exploring supportive housing requirements and funding opportunities that align with the county’s Long-Term Affordable Housing and Homelessness Plan, according to a release.
Speed limit changes approved for Huron County locations
Speed limits will be adjusted on several Huron County roads after county council approved a request from their manager of public works to reduce the speed of drivers coming into three towns.
Huron-Kinloss council expresses concern over county development charges, Good Growth discussion paper
Council expressed concerns over county matters that will impact municipalities, beginning with county development charges and the Good Growth discussion paper.
Council approves request for donation bin at landfill
A Diabetes Canada donation bin could soon be coming to the Morris Ward landfill.
Smuck Bridge construction remains on schedule
Construction of the Smuck Bridge on Abraham Line remains schedule and budget.
Landfill water monitoring program to expand
Director of Public Works Jamie McCarthy informed North Huron council on Oct. 18 that the water monitoring program at the Wingham landfill site will need to expand its parameters after current testing showed a larger radius of monitoring is necessary.
Howick Fire Department awarded FCC AgriSpirit funding
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 88 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.
Green’s Meat Market makes donation to Fire Department of North Huron
Green’s Meat Market had a grand reopening earlier this year after being shut down due to a structure fire. As part of the celebrations, Green’s held a barbecue where all proceeds would be donated to the Fire Department of North Huron (FDNH). The event raised $4,000 and the decision was made to upgra
Wingham and District Hospital Foundation reaches radiothon campaign goal
The recent CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon was once again a success, raising more than $500,000 for 12 area hospital foundations.
Coffee Break at Christine’s Clothes Closet
During Small Business Week last week, Huron County Economic Development recognized and celebrated businesses for all that they contribute to make Huron County an incredible place to live and work. From Oct. 18-22, 30 small business across the county, chosen in consultation with local BIAs and Chambe
McDonagh Insurance celebrates 90 years in business
Little did the late John A. McDonagh know that his decision to better support his family by transitioning from farming to the insurance industry would go on to support four generations of his family after him.
An update on ‘incidents from the past’
I still feel that the past has come back to haunt me (see my previous column of Oct. 14 for more information).
Board members needed for proposed new agricultural science centre
Jill Lewis, chair of the Huron Perth Ag Science Centre – a concept that might see a children’s agricultural museum built somewhere in North Perth – presented to Huron County council on Oct. 20.