Huron County OPP and the West Region OPP Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement (TIME) Team continue to investigate a motor vehicle collision that occurred late Friday night near Ethel.
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Morris-Turnberry hoping to return to in-person meetings amid confusing announcements
Councillors from Morris-Turnberry agreed to wait until May to return to in-person meetings, choosing caution after receiving a COVID-19 update from CAO Trevor Hallam at the March 15 council meeting.
Morris-Turnberry council passes 2022 budget
The 2022 budget for Morris-Turnberry passed unanimously on March 15. Councillors praised Treasurer Sean Brophy for his efforts to bring down the average household tax increase.
Study: Half of Canadians say their mental health has worsened during COVID
As Canadians hold onto hope that COVID-19 case totals will continue to trend downward, many are looking forward to a less stressful time in their lives.
Walk-in tattoo event held in Wingham
McKee Tattoo in Wingham hosted a St. Patrick’s Day themed walk-in tattoo event. The event saw the shop tattoo 19 people in the afternoon and evening of March 17. Pictured is Angelique Fritz getting a butterfly tattoo from artist Anna Miller. McKee Tattoo is planning to do another walk-in tattoo even
New funding announced for long-term care homes in Huron-Bruce
Long-term care homes in the Huron-Bruce riding will receive a financial boost to increase staffing levels and provide better care for their residents, an announcement from MPP Lisa Thompson revealed on March 16.
Britespan supports Wingham hospital with $8,000 donation
The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation has received a donation of $8,000 from the team at Britespan Building Systems Inc. that will go towards updating the staff locker room.
North Huron Bus Tour Experience moving forward after COVID delays
An economic development project that will see bus tours to showcase agriculture, landmarks, businesses, and attractions of North Huron received an approving nod from councillors who all agree that COVID-19 restrictions have severely impacted businesses in the region.
Wingham Protestant Reformed Church welcomes new pastor
What started as relief work to help the Wingham Protestant Reformed Church while it was without a pastor has turned into a permanent position.
Wingham Columbus Centre to receive relief from township
The Wingham Columbus Centre was hit hard by the pandemic and, as a result, has been unable to meet its financial obligations to the Township of North Huron.
North Huron fire department’s radio system to be upgraded
Fire Chief Marty Bedard received authorization from North Huron council to enter into a joint project agreement with the Morris-Turnberry public works department, choosing safety over politics after a lengthy discussion that included previous disappointments with the neighbouring community.
Rec department hosts March Break Madness day camp in Wingham
March Break Madness Day Camp put on by North Huron Recreation Department hosted a St. Patrick’s Day green party on March 17. The kids were asked to come dressed in their best green outfit. The recreation department also hosts day camps on PA Days and during summer break.
GOJHL to return to traditional format for Sutherland Cup finals
The Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) will be reverting to a previous format when it comes to determining the provincial Junior B champion this year.
Paddyfest squash tournament held March 12
The Listowel Squash Courts hosted a Paddyfest squash tournament on March 12, with Greg Ford and Dave Dickey pictured above playing in the final game.
Paddyfest pickleball tournament featured 16 teams
The Paddyfest pickleball tournament was at full capacity at Between The Lines Sports Campus in Listowel on March 19, with eight ladies and eight men’s doubles teams taking part.
