NORTH PERTH - Members of the North Perth Gardening Club gathered on the evening of May 14, on a newly donated plot of land offered to the group on behalf of a local resident.
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Council debates investments and procurement as South Bruce finalizes 2025 finances
TEESWATER - As South Bruce works to close out its 2025 finances, questions around investment returns, procurement rules and staff workload emerged as central concerns.
Howick considering landfill amnesty day, promoting cleanup ahead of homecoming celebrations
HOWICK - As homecoming celebrations approach, the township is considering a “landfill amnesty day” on June 13 to promote property cleanup at no cost.
Hospital foundation provides over $2.6 million in funding to Wingham Hospital
WINGHAM - The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation has announced a contribution of more than $2.6 million to support patient care and hospital improvements during the 2025–2026 fiscal year. The funding will provide essential medical equipment that will directly benefit patients across the region
Howick approves two elections bylaws
HOWICK - In preparation for the 2026 municipal election, Howick’s CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis said in a report she has been reviewing applicable bylaws and policies that are required to be reviewed and updated prior to the beginning of nomination period.
Drawing a skill, not a gift
BROCKTON - Most adults I meet say the same thing: “I can’t even draw a stick figure.”
MPP Lisa Thompson presents $16,800 to Howick Fire Department
GORRIE - Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson presented a cheque on Friday, May 15 to the Howick Fire Department in the amount of $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.
Huron County 4-H member selected as one of six provincial ambassadors
HURON COUNTY - A Huron County 4-H members has been selected as one six ambassadors who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province.
Kin Cares Youth Group raises $1,645 for The Well Youth Hubs
LISTOWEL - The Kin Cares Youth Group hosted a barbecue at Zehrs in Listowel on Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16.
Never-before-seen evidence in 1988 cold case; OPP hopeful for new info in unsolved murder
LUCKNOW - Lois Hanna vanished on a hot July long weekend approximately 38 years ago.
Bluewater board rolls out Grades 1–9 literacy and math frameworks to standardize instruction
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) trustees received an update May 19 on new Grades 1–9 language and mathematics instruction frameworks aimed at strengthening consistency, clarity and instructional time across schools.
Cyclones recognize players, staff, volunteers with awards at banquet
LISTOWEL - Earlier this month, the Listowel Cyclones held the team’s annual year-end banquet, recognizing the work, dedication and achievements of payers, staff and volunteers.
FFCO names local egg, pullet farmer Tonya Haverkamp recipient of championship award
LISTOWEL – Farm & Food Care Ontario (FFCO) recently held its annual conference in Elora where…
Hike for Saugeen Hospice 2026 has raised over $127,000 so far
BROCKTON - Saugeen Hospice is celebrating another incredible year of community support following the success of the 2026 Hike for Saugeen Hospice.
Independent MC barbecue raises $1,500
WINGHAM - Independent MC hosted a burger and peameal bacon barbecue last weekend on Josephine Street in Wingham.
