PERTH COUNTY – At 11 a.m. on Nov. 28, Perth County officially declared a Significant Weather Event as per Ontario Regulation 239/02. This declaration applies to all County roads and does not apply to local Township roads or Provincial highways.
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North Huron Council approves less expensive renovation options for Blyth Community Centre, deputy reeve shares equity concerns
On the heels of a debate on fairness between wards inspired by an announcement regarding the Vance Fund, North Huron Council held another discussion at its Nov. 17 meeting about the future of the Blyth Arena and Community Centre (Blyth hall) and the funding to proceed with necessary upgrades.
Huron County seeing rise in online scams, total recent losses reach $1 million
Online cryptocurrency and romance scams are seeing a recent rise in Huron County. A recent press release from Huron County OPP place total losses for these recent incidents at $943,000 CAD.
Multiple charges laid in sexual assault investigation; Huron County OPP to use body-worn cameras
An individual from Huron County is facing charges in connection with a months-long sexual assault investigation.
Fourth Teeswater Christmas Vendor Market held Nov. 22
The fourth annual Teeswater Christmas Vendor Market was held on Sat. Nov. 22 at the…
Wawanosh Campground closed permanently for overnight camping
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members made what they described as “a difficult decision” to shut down the popular Wawanosh Park Conservation Area (WPCA) after a lengthy discussion during their regular meeting on Nov. 19.
Request to transfer ownership of Gorrie Conservation Area denied
Maitland Conservation (MC) board members denied a request from Gorrie residents to transfer ownership of Gorrie Conservation Area.
North Huron to re-engage MSS for bylaw/animal control services
Director of Fire and Public Safety Chad Kregar submitted a report to North Huron Council on Nov. 17, requesting that Municipal Support Services Inc. (MSS) be re-engaged by the township.
Kincardine Yoga Fest donates to Wingham and District Hospital Foundation
The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation recently announce that the 2025 Kincardine Yoga Fest, co-founded by Darrel Perry, owner of Penetangear, and Eric Cunliffe, owner of Shakti Rhythm Yoga, is donating $3,456 to the Oncology Department at the Wingham and District Hospital.
New campaign focuses on recognizing coercive control in relationships
Optimism Place’s ‘Not ok.’ campaign, which kicked off Nov. 25, is a call-to-arms for workplaces, loved ones and acquaintances to address the issue by having conversations.
Vance Funds approved for five projects in Wingham; approval sparks questions of equity among North Huron Wards
North Huron Council received notification from the Waterloo Region Community Foundation of the 2025 Vance Fund recipients at the Nov. 17 regular council meeting, an announcement which sparked a debate among councillors.
The Maitland Granite Curling and Recreation Club cuts the ribbon on a new season
The Maitland Granite Curling and Recreation Club held a special event on Nov. 22, officially…
Wingham trail bridge reopens after vandalism
Reports of vandalism on the Wingham Trail railway bridge brought North Huron Public Works and…
Ten-year school enrollment projections show rise in North Perth, fall in Wingham region
SEAFORTH - School enrolment projections, included in the 2025 Long-Term Accommodation Plan, show significant growth in the Municipality of North Perth, while in the nearby Townships of North Huron and Howick, the school board is anticipating the opposite.
Letter from home: chickens, geese, pickles
Jane and Sebastian Kirstine had five girls and three boys. They lived on the South Line, Brant Township, the family farm since 1850.
