Huron OPP are investigating a weapons call in Goderich. Police say they were dispatched Tuesday evening to a weapons call at an abandoned building near a group of local businesses along Huron Road, in Goderich. Officers determined that the weapons were toy pellet guns, and six individuals were initially detained for in...

Caretakers in Huron County are getting the spotlight in Huron County. The Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health is accepting nominations for their "Care & Compassion Award," which recognizes locals who act in a caretaking role. According to the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence, more than o...

A four-day fundraiser for minor hockey kicks off with a face-off between first responders. The 20th annual Don Johnston Memorial Slo-Pitch Tournament kicks off Thursday at Goderich's Bannister Park. The event is a major fundraiser for Goderich Minor Hockey, and begins with a match between fire and law enforcement offic...

Municipalities across Huron County are getting provincial funding for community and victim supports. Over $145 thousand was announced for community-focused initiatives to empower local seniors, support victims of crime, and drive rural economic development. The Township of North Huron is receiving $55 thousand through ...

If you own a business, Huron County's Chamber of Commerce wants to know how the escalating trade war with the U.S. is affecting you. The trade dispute with the southern neighbour began in February of 2025, when U-S President Donald Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs of a number of goods entering his country from Canada ...

Huron County had the second-highest rate for commercial vehicle drivers charged with improper permits or plates, in a campaign from OPP. Between July 12th and 18th, West Region OPP laid 143 charges across 13 detachment areas, targeting the lead contributing factors in commercial motor vehicle (CMV) collisions, such as ...

Over half a million dollars in infrastructure support is coming to mental health supports in Huron County. The province announced it will invest $570,053 between 2026 and 2028 to complete upgrades and repairs at the Canadian Mental Health Association Huron Perth - Addiction and Mental Health Services. The Community Inf...

Police are warning about fake cash circulating around Huron County. OPP say they are investigating after several five-dollar Canadian bills suspected to be counterfeit were passed at businesses in Goderich and Clinton over the past month. Officers say the bills were similar to real cash, but showed excessive wear and c...

A crash west of Lucknow has claimed the life of a senior from Kincardine. First responders from Huron and Bruce counties were called to Bruce Road 86 between Kintail Line and Sideroad 20 Sunday around 9:00 a.m. to reports of a single vehicle leaving the roadway. A 77 year old resident of Kincardine was pronounced dead ...

Goderich council received an updated economic development plan for how the town can best move forward for attracting community growth. The report was presented by the Co-Chair of the Goderich Economic Development Committee, and Stellina Williams, the Vice-President of Operations & Head of Policy for the Nuclear Inn...

Health officials in Huron County are warning of the dangers of wildfire smoke in the region. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued an orange level air quality warning for Huron and Perth counties this week, with Toronto ranked as having the second-worst air pollution worldwide by IQair. While poor air qualit...

Huron Perth Public Health wants your thoughts on its sexual health clinic services. The agency has opened an online survey for residents of Huron and Perth counties, whether or not they have attended an HPPH sexual health clinic. "We want to hear from community members about what is working well and where there ma...

One person has been charged after an alleged indecent act in Grand Bend. Police say they were called to the Lambton Shores town Sunday afternoon, after reports of an indecent act at a local beach. A 19 year old from Brampton has been charged with: Indecent Act - public place According to police, the investigation is on...

Hospitals in Huron County are getting over $6.8 million in funding from the province for repairs and upgrades. The Ontario government announced the latest round of funding through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund. The Wingham & District Hospital is receiving the largest portion, picking up $897,286. That is f...

Ontario Special Investigators found no wrongdoing by police, after someone suffered broken ribs during a police interaction in Clinton. OPP say an altercation happened in February, following a North Huron council meeting, in which one person left the scene in an ambulance. A 69 year old Central Huron man was charged wi...

A Clinton resident has been charged, following a mischief case in Grand Bend. Lambton OPP say they were called July 4th to a business on Main Street West, after reports an individual damaged two parking gates, and left the scene. Police say they attended the area, and were able to locate the suspect. A 21 year old man ...

A nearly two-year expansion of Bayfield's Wastewater Treatment Plant is almost complete. The Municipality of Bluewater says the expansion project began in November of 2024, and received an $8 million grant from the province. Expanding wastewater capacity in Bayfield involved the installation of a treatment plant at the...

The Town of Goderich is looking for your help recognizing a worthwhile citizen. Nominations are now open for the town's 2026 Citizen Recognition Award. The award celebrates individuals who have made a meaningful impact through their volunteerism, civic pride, and dedication to making Goderich a better place. The deadli...

Goderich's hospital is celebrating a fundraising milestone. The Alexandra Marine & General Hospital announced they reached the halfway mark of their Magnetic Moments campaign, in fundraising for an MRI machine. Officials are looking to raise $6.5 million to purchase an MRI machine. They have now raised $3.5 million...

Applications are soon being accepting for Huron County entrepreneurs looking for free business training, and possible grant money. The County of Huron will accepting applications for their Starter Company Plus program, starting July 1st. Applicants will receive business training, coaching, mentorship and an opportunity...

A pair of traffic stops led to a warrant to search a home in Goderich. Huron OPP say a driver was stopped in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, and arrested for a drug-related offense, followed shortly by drug charges against a driver in Goderich. According to reports, the arrests led police to search a home on Gibbons Street...

OPP are investigating a motorcycle crash in Bayfield. Police say the incident happened early Tuesday just after 1:30 a.m. along Main Street South, when first responders located a motorcycle and lone injured operator. According to officers, the operator was transported to a London hospital for treatment. A section of Hi...

Hundreds of thousands of dollars in tourism, arts, and active living funding has been announced for organizations across Huron County. The Blyth Centre for the Arts will receive $125 thousand through the 2026 Experience Ontario Program, and another $155 thousand through the Ontario Arts Council Theatre Organizations: O...

A big donation to the Wingham & District Hospital came from former residents of the area. An $85,170 thousand grant was announced from the Leland and Thora Vance Fund which is held at the Waterloo Region Community Foundation. Lee and Thora Vance were long-time Wingham residents and local business owners with a deep...

A free lunch event in Goderich is expanding for its 2026 edition. The Zehrs grocery store in Goderich will be hosting their annual "Eat Together" luncheon Saturday, June 20th. The event has been running since 2018, and Zehrs Store Manager Jim Bissett says the free lunch is meant to bring the community togethe...