Vicki Lass, director of economic development for Huron County, presented a report to county council last week on the department’s plans for its strategic direction, including a partnership with the Culinary Tourism Alliance to be a host destination for one of their Feast on the Farm events in 2023.
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Next Morris-Turnberry council will choose the meeting schedule
With the Oct. 24 municipal election quickly approaching, Morris-Turnberry council decided that they would let the next council weigh in on any changes to the council meeting schedule.
Huron County Business Retention and Expansion Project wins international award
The economic development team from the County of Huron won a prestigious international award for their work on the 2021 Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) project.
Roger Brooks International destination assessment provides recommendations to Huron County
A secret shopper visited five Huron County towns in April, quietly assessing Ontario’s West Coast on things that make them more attractive to visitors.
Local unemployment rate jumps to four per cent in June
The Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region holds the second lowest unemployment rate in Ontario, despite a 0.4 percentage point increase last month.
Friday Fish Fry in Wingham
Pictured at last Friday’s Fish Fry at the Wingham Knights of Columbus Centre is customer Marlene Foxton, with Mary Savourin, Shirley McDougal, and Susan Doig ready to serve up a delicious meal. Follow the Wingham Knights Columbus Centre on Facebook for information on future fish fry meals or other c
A feel-good message
A friend of mine seemed to realize that I needed some happiness/humour in my life. He sensed correctly and sent me the following “feel-good message.”
Crime Stoppers investigating break and enter, vandalism
Huron Perth Crime Stoppers and police are asking for the public’s assistance in solving the following crimes.
Beach volleyball a blast for locals
The North Huron Recreation Department is hosting a nine-week program to teach local youth how to play beach volleyball. The program is hosted Wednesday nights at Riverside Park, and there are spots still available for youth Grades 3-5. Registration is online at recreation.northhuron.ca.
Camp Day at Tim Hortons in Wingham
Tim Hortons in Wingham participated in the organization’s annual Camp Day fundraiser. The local team raised $6,306.10 and plan to raise more with a pie-in-the-face event on July 21 at 10 a.m. Pictured here is Kyle Wright, general manager of the Wingham Tim Hortons, with his team of hard-working, ded
Bailey reeve addresses offensive flags on Wingham’s main street
Reeve Bernie Bailey spoke to council on Monday regarding a downtown business that has chosen to display flags and other items that use offensive language after receiving several complaints from residents.
Brockton to implement concussion awareness policy
The municipality will be adopting a concussion awareness policy for all municipally operated recreation facilities and programs.
Walkerton Capitals sign Jett Morningstar
Along with a new team name, the Walkerton Capitals Jr. C hockey club have also added a new face to the lineup for the coming season.
Paisley bridge project underway, temporary detour bridge being constructed
The Teeswater River bridge replacement project, located on Bruce Road 3 in Paisley, began in May and continues to progress. Motorists can continue to drive to and through Paisley while bridge construction is underway. Paisley businesses are open.
Willow Creek Bridge to be repaired this summer
Repairs to the Willow Creek Bridge will begin this summer.
