A North Huron resident is facing some new charges along with his previous charges from outstanding warrants following an arrest made by Huron County OPP earlier this week.
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Police arrest wanted man in Wingham
A South Bruce resident was arrested and taken into custody on May 31 for an outstanding warrant along with some additional charges laid by Huron County OPP.
Wingham well represented at WOSSAA
With the return of secondary school athletics comes the return of Western Ontario Secondary Schools Athletics Association (WOSSAA) tournaments.
F.E. Madill senior girls’ soccer team earns silver
F.E. Madill senior girls’ soccer team finished the season with a silver medal at the Huron Perth Championships. Pictured in a recent home game is Nicole Davey holding a strong defense.
Huron County slo-pitch league ball tournament approved for beer garden, live music
The Township of North Huron approved an application from the Huron County coed Slo-Pitch league requesting their application to the AGCO/LCBO for a special occasion permit to hold a beer garden/refreshment area in conjunction with their tournament, scheduled for July 1-2 at the Blyth and District Co
Howick questions Maitland Conservation memo of understanding
In 2019, the provincial government made major changes to the Conservation Authorities Act, which changed the services and programs conservation authorities are legislated to provide.
Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol welcomes ‘Speaking of Democracy’ travelling exhibit
The Huron County Museum is pleased to welcome Speaking of Democracy, a travelling exhibit from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, on display at the Museum until July 10.
Wingham hospital welcomes first-year medical student during Discovery Week
The Canadian Institute for Health Information reports that less than 10 per cent of physicians practice in rural and remote communities, while six million Canadians live in those areas, making up almost 18 per cent of the population.
Huron County expanding youth engagement opportunities
The County of Huron released a statement on May 25, saying they are reviewing, expanding, and developing their youth engagement opportunities, including professional development opportunities directly with the county.
Independent MC holds annual breakfast program fundraiser
Coinciding with Wingham’s town-wide yard sale last Saturday, the Independent Motorcycle Club once again hosted a fundraising event that stands to benefit area schools.
Huron County to advocate for affordable housing
Huron County council authorized Warden Glen McNeil to join other municipalities in asking the federal government for “Ontario’s fair share of federal funding for housing programs,” at the request of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Steve Clark.
North Huron waives fee, will close Gypsy Lane for Blyth Rutabaga Festival
The Blyth Rutabaga Festival Homecoming will be held on Father’s Day weekend this year, with live entertainment featuring Adam Cousins and Weekend Never Ends.
Wingham Walk for Alzheimer’s raises over $17,000
The Wingham edition of the annual Walk for Alzheimer’s saw participants raise over $17,000 for the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth on May 28. Among the 48 participants on Saturday morning was local Peter Carter, who single-handedly brought in $5,120 for the cause, with all money raised allocated towar
Listowel School of Dance returns to live competitions
The dancers and staff from the Listowel School of Dance (LSOD) are back with a bang, attending their first two live events in over two years this past April.
IN PHOTOS – 2022 Elementary Track and Field
There was plenty of track and field action at area elementary schools last week, with student-athletes keen to participate in their favourite events following an extended track hiatus due to the pandemic.
