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Huron County Offering Free Business Training For Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Applications are now being accepting for Huron County entrepreneurs looking for free business training, and possible grant money. The County of Huron is accepting applications for their Starter Company Plus program, starting July 1st. Applicants will receive business training, coaching, mentorship and an opportunity to...
Jun 26, 2025
Huron County Release Results Of Immigration Survey
The Huron County Local Immigration Partnership is sharing the results of a recent survey of newcomers to the community. The partnership shared the results of the survey, which was conducted by the Community Research Ethics Board. Forty newcomers who had been in Canada for less than 6 years took part, from 10 countries ...
Jun 24, 2025
$1,000 Scholarships Offered By ABCA For Environmental Studies Students
Huron County students studying the environment in college can get some financial help from conservation officials. The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is now accepting applications for their Student Environmental Grant. The grant provides the winning student $1 thousand in scholarship funding. The student recei...
Jun 12, 2025
Goderich Approves Pair Of Crosswalks, One Near Retirement Home
Goderich Town Council has approved the addition of a new pedestrian crossing near Goderich Place. Director of Community Services, Infrastructure, and Operations Sean Thomas presented a report to council that shared concerns from Goderich Place since there has been an increase in traffic use in the area. Council passed ...
Jun 11, 2025
Huron County Museum Looks At Building New Storage Facility
As the Huron County Museum looks for suitable off-site storage, county council was provided with a costing estimate. In February 2024, the county's Cultural Services department provided a report outlining the need for off-site storage, as the existing storage space was finite and undersized to house museum collections....
Jun 10, 2025
Clinton Raceway To Open, Following Two Week Delay
After a two week delay, the Clinton Raceway is set to welcome harness racing fans. Officials with the raceway say construction to the facility's grandstand prompted the start of Clinton's harness racing season. "Unfortunately the stadium seating will not be accessible at this time, and will be completed for Sunday...
May 30, 2025
Exeter Turtle Hatchling Release Celebrates Tenth Year
A turtle hatchling release in Huron County is celebrating its tenth year. The tenth annual Turtle Hatchling Release Event has been scheduled for August 28th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Morrison Dam Conservation Area, east of Exeter. The event includes live reptiles on display; family-friendly activities; and educatio...
May 29, 2025
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South Huron Man Charged In Alleged Vehicle Theft
A Huron County man is facing charges linked to a theft from a Perth County home. OPP say they were called to a property south of Sebringville, to reports of a break and enter in progress. According to police, a person was attempting to flee after stealing the homeowner's vehicle. A 26 year old from South Huron has been...
May 28, 2025
Huron County Expecting More Tourists For 2025
With tourism season upon us, Huron County's Economic Development team is gearing up for a busy season. They're using tourism numbers from last year to help them be prepared for this year. Economic Development Officer Rick Sickinger shared tourism data from previous years with county council on Wednesday. Back in 2022, ...
May 27, 2025
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No Charges Expected In Wingham Incident Where Two People Injured By OPP Cruiser
An investigation into an incident in Wingham by the province's Special Investigations Unit has been closed. On February 17th of this year, the Huron OPP detachment received a notification that the South Bruce OPP had closed the southbound lanes of London Road due to whiteout conditions. While checking to ensure that cl...
May 25, 2025
Huron County Receives Update On Homeless Initiatives
Huron County Council received a report on the county's efforts to mitigate homelessness. Housing Services Manager Jayme Koskamp shared the details, along with a 10-year review at Wednesday's council meeting. "Our timeline for achievement is impressive," said Koskamp. "From the establishment of our steeri...
May 26, 2025
County Council Receives Update On Homelessness Initiatives
Huron County Council received a report on the county's efforts to mitigate homelessness. Housing Services Manager Jayme Koskamp shared the details, along with a 10-year review at Wednesday's council meeting. "Our timeline for achievement is impressive," said Koskamp. "From the establishment of our steeri...
May 28, 2025
Huron County Gearing Up For Tourism Season
With tourism season upon us, Huron County's Economic Development team is gearing up for a busy season. They're using tourism numbers from last year to help them be prepared for this year. Economic Development Officer Rick Sickinger shared tourism data from previous years with county council on Wednesday. Back in 2022, ...
May 28, 2025
Need Rising For Alzheimer Support In Huron-Perth
Needs are increasing for Alzheimer's disease supports in Huron and Perth counties. The Alzheimer Society Huron Perth is hosting their "Walk For Alzheimer's" this weekend in communities across Huron County. Communications and Volunteers Manager with the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth, Erin Dale, says she has se...
May 23, 2025
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Huron County Council Votes Against Funding For Menesetung Bridge Repairs
The Menesetung Bridge Association provided an update to Huron County council about the rehabilitation work being completed on the bridge. Association treasurer Michael Dawson shared with council that the first phase of planned work will begin this month, but that the association is also looking to raise another $180,00...
May 22, 2025
Seaforth Hospital Site Of County's Latest Measles Exposure
Seaforth was the site of the Huron County's latest measles exposure. Huron Perth Public Health says the exposure occurred at the Seaforth Hospital's Emergency Department waiting room on Wednesday, May 14th, between 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The news follows a measles exposure May 8th at the Clinton Public Hospital. &quo...
May 21, 2025
North Huron Reeve Rejects Province's Strong Mayor Powers
Another Huron County municipal leader is rejecting the province's Strong Mayor powers. The Ontario government this year expanded strong mayor powers to 169 additional municipalities, including the Township of North Huron. The powers give the region's elected leaders the authority to veto or pass bylaws that promote the...
May 20, 2025
Wingham Hospital Foundation Provides $2.3M To Town's Hospital
A big donation from the The Wingham & District Hospital Foundation is helping the facility's bottom line. The foundation announced a $2.3 million support for the The Wingham & District Hospital's 2024-2025 fiscal year. "In addition to the CT scanner, donor support has enabled the purchase of: A new ultraso...
May 16, 2025
Measles Exposure Confirmed At Clinton Hospital
The latest measles exposure in Huron County is being reported in Clinton. Huron Perth Public Health says a measles exposure occurred in the Emergency Department of the Clinton Public Hospital on Thursday, May 8th between 4:45 and 7:15 p.m. HPPH also reported a measles exposure Monday, May 5th in the waiting room of the...
May 14, 2025
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Huron Perth Public Health Releases Latest Food Insecurity Report
The latest food costs are in for families living in Huron and Perth counties. Huron Perth Public Health published their "The Real Cost of Eating: Food Insecurity in Huron and Perth 2024" report, which says the average weekly cost of groceries is $309 per week, or $1,338 per month. That is a 14 per cent jump f...
May 13, 2025
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Trail Use Remains High In Huron County
Recreational use on local trails remains high, according to an update from the county's forest conservation group. During Wednesday's Huron County Council meeting, council received an update from Forest Conservation Officer Dave Pullen. In 2024, the county had completed an accessible trail and boardwalk in the Hays Tra...
May 12, 2025
Huron County To Look At Regional Public Transport
Huron County Council is looking for direction from the Western Ontario Wardens Caucus on how to approach the idea of public transit in the county. The motion is meant to address the disparity between transit in the Greater Toronto Area compared to regional transit systems in southwestern Ontario through enhanced and st...
May 09, 2025
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McHappy Day In Huron County Supports Local Families
Huron County residents can help local families stay close to loved ones during long hospital visits. McHappy Day is back Thursday at McDonalds across the country, with proceeds from every menu item benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Proceeds from Huron County McDonalds locations will benefit the London ...
May 08, 2025
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Man Charged After Bench Damaged Near Downtown Goderich
Charges have been laid, after damage to a bench near Goderich's downtown. Huron OPP say they were contacted regarding damage to a seating bench on Kingston Street. The suspect was identified and arrested shortly after, police say. A 42 year old man of no fixed address has been charged with: Mischief Under $5,000 Fail t...
May 06, 2025
Goderich's Latest Draft Budget Sees 2% Tax Increase
Goderich Council received an update on the draft budget for 2025. Town treasurer Deanna Hastie shared an updated draft that included the impact of the Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Project, and further adjustments for transfers to reserve funds, as well as a sample tax bill impact. The projected tax increase is 2%...
May 01, 2025