The resignation at the council meeting last month left Howick council with the decision of how to fill the vacancy.
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Good planning makes good neighbours
Most people are familiar with the concept that good fences make good neighbours. A version of that was expressed at the Aug. 9 meeting of the committee of adjustment – good planning maintains harmony in a neighbourhood and prevents bad feelings among residents.
Tender accepted for Bruce Beach project
Council has approved the tender of Birnam Excavating Ltd. In the amount of $528,488 plus tax for the Bruce Municipal Drain phase one. This was the lowest of two bids, and is slightly below the engineer’s estimate of $543,880 plus tax.
March of Dimes helps Lucknow family, provides funding for modified van
The Irwin family celebrated on Aug. 20 after receiving much-needed funding to modify a van that would accommodate their 18-year-old son, who uses a wheelchair full-time.
Province announces funding for ag tech projects
The Ontario government has announced the second phase of the Agri-tech Innovation Program is now open.
Huron County initiative aims to diversify local agriculture by putting marginal lands to better use
The new agricultural product initiative, led by the Huron County economic development department, is encouraging local farmers to diversify their production by considering using their marginal lands for new crops.
New physician coming to Wingham
The Wingham and Area Health Professionals Recruitment Committee, the North Perth-North Huron Family Health Team and the Wingham & District Hospital are delighted to announce Dr. Mahrous Mousa will be practicing family medicine at the Royal Oaks Health and Wellness Centre and Wingham & District Hospi
North Huron holds pop-up clinic at Wescast Community Complex
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) held a walk-in vaccination clinic on Aug. 19 at the Wescast Community Complex, offering the Pfizer vaccine.
Local man reflects on coaching at his fifth Paralympic Games
I am pumped and honoured to be working with a group of 66 motivated and driven athletes (plus staff) at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. We’ve already dropped into Japan and are training at the Yokota AirForce Base.
First annual bike parade held in Blyth
Downtown Blyth was filled with colourful bicycles and laughter as the town’s children participated in the first annual bike parade, showing off their decorating and safety skills.
Taste of Huron app to launch this fall
Huron County is launching an app this fall with the company 468Insider, which will allow users to earn and redeem points at local businesses.
New app supports agronomic decision-making for Ontario farmers
The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) hosted the official launch of Resilient Fields on Aug. 12.
OFA outlines key priorities for agriculture in federal election
The agriculture and food industry is a key driver of Canada’s economy, ensuring our grocery shelves stay stocked and our food supply chain strong and viable. Each day, our farmers take the extra step to ensure resiliency in the province’s food supply chain by growing healthy and sustainable food loc
Brockton to receive RED funding from province
The Municipality of Brockton will receive provincial funding to assist in finding an app that will help keep residents up to date on local initiatives.
Play ball!
Walkerton’s ball diamonds are being well used despite the pandemic – not to the same extent as in normal summers, but enough to keep young ball players in practice.
