As July approaches, North Perth Pride finished their celebrations for Pride Month this past weekend with an evening of dancing, DJing, and drag.
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Public meeting for truck bypass, downtown improvements provides options
The downtown core of Listowel continues to be a problem that can’t be solved easily. On Wednesday, June 15, the municipality hosted a public meeting for community members to come and review what it has uncovered regarding Wallace Avenue South and the proposed truck bypass plan.
IN PHOTOS: 2022 Mad Dash Colour Run at F.E. Madill
F.E. Madill Secondary School hosted its Mad Dash Colour Run on June 17.
Brussels Lions Club donates $50,000 to the BMG Community Centre reno project
The Lions Club of Brussels has made a $50,000 donation to support the major renovations of the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre.
Whiskey Jack performs in Wingham
The Huron Waves Music Festival kicked off its calendar of live events earlier this month at the Wingham Town Hall Theatre. On June 12, Whiskey Jack – the backup band of Stompin’ Tom Connors – took to the stage with special guest Marie Bottrell, and Brian and Suzie Good. Pictured on stage are, from l
Fresh Wind Revival Centre in Wingham hosts Church Family Fun Day
On Sunday, June 12 the Fresh Wind Revival Centre in Wingham hosted its Church Family Fun Day. Thankfully, the rain held off and the group was able to have a barbecue, games for the children and the adults, and spend time getting to know each other better.
South Bruce council responds to letter alleging invalid reason for closed session at May 31 meeting
During the discussion regarding the correspondence received at the June 14 council meeting, Mayor Robert Buckle addressed a letter from Rita Groen regarding the May 31 closed session of council.
Independent Motorcycle Club presents donation to Sacred Heart Catholic School
Members of the Wingham Independent MC presented a cheque for $1,000 to the Sacred Heart Catholic School’s breakfast club on June 20, part of the funds the group raised during the year at various fundraising events.
North Huron declares Thresher’s Reunion a ‘municipally significant event’
North Huron council approved a request from the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association for its event to be declared of municipal significance so the association could apply for a special occasions permit from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).
Wingham Firefighters’ Association receives approval for Canada Day fireworks
North Huron council approved a request from the Wingham Firefighters’ Association authorizing the annual Canada Day fireworks at the Libro Ball Field.
Wingham and District Hospital receives generous gift from Vance Fund
The Wingham and District Hospital received a grant of $63,720 from the Leland and Thora Vance Fund on June 20.
IN PHOTOS: Blyth Rutabaga Festival
The Blyth Rutabaga Festival returned last weekend, with events for folks of all ages.
Request to revisit Howson Dam demolition denied
North Huron council held another discussion about the Howson Dam in response to a letter dated May 25 from several community members, who told councillors that they believed the information provided before the decision to demolish the aging structure was “incorrect guidance.”
Zoning bylaw change approved for Wingham plaza
North Huron council approved a zoning bylaw change to allow Pharmasave to move its operations from its downtown address to the plaza at 40 Josephine St.
South Bruce CLC reviews results of three studies
The South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) met via Zoom on June 16 to receive the Aggregate Resource Study, the Deep Geological Repository (DGR) Conceptual Design layout, and a brief introduction to the Confidence in Safety Report.
