If you’re a ‘do-it-yourself’ person, you’ve likely completed a project at your home without requesting a locate before digging.
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Transformation begins with struggle
I recently learned that when a butterfly is struggling to get out of the cocoon and you cut the cocoon, or in some way try to help it out, the butterfly dies. It has to be left to struggle because the struggle to escape the cocoon forces blood into its wings so it can spread them and be able to fly.
Grey Bruce MOH issues plea for public to get vaccinated
Dr. Ian Arra, Grey-Bruce medical officer of health (MOH), has a message for local residents: “Stay positive, test negative.” The best way to accomplish that is to take 30 minutes and get vaccinated.
Ontario moving to step three of reopening plan on July 16
TORONTO — The Ontario government is moving the province into Step Three of the Roadmap to Reopen…
Grey Bruce designated Delta variant hot spot
GREY-BRUCE – The province has designated Grey-Bruce a Delta variant hot spot, as cases continue…
Province scaling back visitor restrictions at long-term care homes
Residents living in long-term care facilities across the province will soon be able to see more of their loved ones.
Flood watch downgraded to water safety statement
GREY-BRUCE – The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority advises that the flood watch issued over…
Fire safety also applies to cottage, trailer and RV this summer
As the end of another long school year comes to an end and the temperature continues to rise, I know a lot of us have been catching ourselves daydreaming about our fun-filled summer plans.
Hands on future
The fingerprints of those who serve their community long outlast an earthly life. Service of community is not constrained by geography or population, by amount given or time sacrificed.
Cartoon: Wingham Advance Times – June 24, 2021
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What is the future of dementia and other difficult diseases?
In the previous column, I talked about a ‘new normal’ after the current pandemic ends. I had my second Pfizer shot last Saturday and, in two weeks, I should be fully vaccinated.
Home sales in Huron-Perth establish new May record
The number of homes sold through the MLS System of the Huron Perth Association of REALTORS totalled 247 units in May 2021.
Howick council opts to repair Wroxeter pavilion
For the third meeting in a row, Howick council discussed what should be done with the pavilion at the Wroxeter ball park that recently sustained damages from vandals.
New United Way grant program provides timely investments
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is proud to announce it is providing three organizations with Emergent/Emergency Need Grants (EENG) to assist them in continuing important pandemic relief programs and services.
As North Perth becomes more diverse, it is being asked to consider Pride
North Perth has historically been an isolated area for members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, their families and friends, but in recent years that has shifted.
