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Northern Huron Connection Centre receives two large donations
Financial support for the Northern Huron Connection Centre (NHCC) continues to roll in, with the United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) announcing on Tuesday they have received two large, local donations.
Kinsmen propose returning tractor pull to Lucknow
Representatives from the Lucknow Kinsmen attended the Dec. 5 Huron-Kinloss council meeting to propose hosting the annual tractor pull at the Graceland site.
Morris-Turnberry office hours changing
The practice of closing a half-hour early on Fridays and having summer hours at the Morris-Turnberry municipal office is ending.
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Blyth Santa Claus parade
The cold temperatures did not keep the crowds away from the Blyth Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, Dec. 10.
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Fashion Show fundraiser in Wingham
The hottest ticket in town on Nov. 25 was the Fashion Show held at the Wingham Knights of Columbus Centre. The sold-out show featured vintage dresses from the 1920s to the 1970s, as well as a variety of pieces from today. The fashion show raised $2,000 for the Wingham and District Hospital and $700
Wingham Legion hosts Breakfast with Santa
The Wingham Legion’s Breakfast with Santa was well-attended on Saturday morning, with kids getting an opportunity to meet Santa Claus and families a chance to eat a hot, delicious breakfast.
Home sales volume, average price down in November
It continues to be a slow year for home sales in North Huron.
Police investigating thefts from work truck, job site in North Perth
Police are investigating two separate thefts of construction tools in North Perth that took place recently.
Councillor, developer frustrated by what is and isn’t allowed on Lowertown Wingham property
One member of council and a local developer were visibly frustrated by the reasoning behind a ruling on a severance and rezoning application for a Lowertown Wingham property on Dec. 6.
Wright wants Howson Dam conversation at council
Coun. Mitch Wright raised the issue of the Howson Dam during the first North Huron council meeting of the 2022-26 term on Dec. 5, keeping his campaign promise to continue the fight to refurbish the dam.
Owen Sound man facing 65 charges following arrest in Hanover
An Owen Sound man is facing 65 charges following a nearly eight-month long investigation by the Hanover Police Service.
Wires cut in transport trucks, items stolen from locked vehicle in North Perth
Perth County OPP are reminding residents to report any suspicious activity following a pair of incidents on Dec. 9 in North Perth.
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Milverton Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus Parade of Lights took over the downtown core of Milverton on Friday, Dec. 9.
Back 9’s summer Wednesday league makes donation to food bank
Members of the Back 9’s summer Wednesday league made a $550 contribution to the Listowel Salvation Army Food Bank in November. Pictured, from left: George Arlein, Dale Fleischauer, Dennis Biehn, Keith Baker, Miles Dadson, Ron Walter, Rob Dosman, Wilf Genzle, Ralph Dwarika and Aub James present a che
