As is routine, Huron East Fire Department shared their monthly activity report with council here at their Apr. 7 meeting.
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Council discusses bring-your-own-alcohol events; agrees harm outweighs benefit
The act update expands bring-your-own-alcohol permissions to certain outdoor public events, as CAO/Clerk Trevor Hallam’s accompanying report explains. Council gave examples such as tail-gating at fundraising events specifically at Bluevale Community Centre (CC).
Morris-Turnberry passes budget, approves 4.88% tax rate increase
The 2026 budget was passed by council on April 7, establishing a 4.88 per cent municipal tax rate increase for residents of Morris-Turnberry; for the average, single-family home, estimated taxes are $3,885.15, an increase of $140.25 from 2025.
LWHA seeking individuals to join board of directors
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) is welcoming applications for individuals to joins its volunteer board of directors.
Memories of Wingham: Randy Zinn looks back on life and business
Local resident Randy Zinn shares his recollections in the latest in our Memories of Wingham and area series, courtesy of the Wingham and Area Historical Society.
TSN correspondent to discuss sports culture
STRATFORD - Tackling Sports Culture Together, a free learning event about accountable sports culture for players, parents, coaches and community, is coming to Stratford’s Community Hall at the Burnside Agriplex May 5, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment
Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.
Listowel Celtics Grade 7/8 girls travel basketball team wrap up 2026 season
The Celtics Grade 7/8 girls travel basketball team wrapped up their 2026 season in Mitchell over…
LWHA seeking individuals to join volunteer board of directors
Alliance officials stated in a press release on April 13 they are accepting applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, including those with lived experience as patients or care partners.
BTL Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser in support of It Takes a Village
The second annual Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser in support of It Takes a Village was held at…
Youth Unlimited North Perth hosts annual fundraiser
Youth Unlimited North Perth held its annual fundraiser banquet at the Elma Community Centre.
Westfield Elementary School hosts chess tournament for students
The Westfield in-school chess tournament for Grades 5-8 took place on Wednesday, April 8. The 28…
Sweet times in Belmore at 56th Maple Syrup Festival
BELMORE – The Annual Belmore Maple Syrup Festival catered to a large, enthusiastic crowd over…
Monkton Lions A-15 supported by Steve Smith Auto Sales and Trillium Insurance Company
Steven Smith Auto Sales in Monkton and Trillium Mutual Insurance Company in Listowel continued support for the Monkton Lions A-15 by helping host the club’s annual e-waste fundraiser at the two sites on April 4.
Multiple donations to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation
WALKERTON - The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) recently received a number of donations
