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.
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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.
Ironmen send Bulldogs packing in six games
The Wingham Ironmen are headed to the PJHL Pollock Division semifinals following back-to-back wins against the Kincardine Bulldogs to close out their first round series in six games.
Cyclones clip Redhawks in OT, fall to Siskins at home
At this point in the regular season points are at a premium, and the Listowel Cyclones managed to squeeze a pair against one of the Midwestern Conference’s top clubs in an overtime win over the Cambridge Redhawks on Saturday.
Perth County public works projects (almost) underway
Perth County’s March 17 council discussed more than just the joint paramedic services review. On the agenda included PC Connect’s February update, the Courthouse Elevator Project, and the bridge rehabilitation project in Millbank and Poole.
Perth County to look into shared paramedic service with Elgin and Oxford counties
As an “aging tsunami” is on the horizon and the county prepares for a large population being more dependant on EMT services, eyes are on how they can be improved. The answer, according to a new report presented at council, is not internal changes – but external ones.
Crafted Co. is Listowel’s newest Main Street business
It’s been a long time coming for Kara Cressman. Ten years to be exact.
