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A Labour of Love quilt show on this weekend - exhibiting local artisans
A quilt show is on this weekend in Exeter, where around 140 quilts will be shown. "A Labour of Love," is on at the Exeter United Church, with money raised from the show going towards making the church...
Apr 19, 2024
The Jewellery Box Exeter to close after 20 years in business
After 20 years of serving the Exeter community with custom jewellery and unique gifts, The Jewellery Box, located on Main Street, is closing its doors. Owner Mary Hulley, a qualified goldsmith, has be...
Apr 19, 2024 Photo by B. Shakyaver
Accusations directed at Deputy Mayor over pointed virtual meeting policy review in Bluewater
Tensions flared at Bluewater Council's meeting on Monday, as Deputy Mayor John Becker expressed frustration over council members' absence from physical meetings, sparking a debate on the practice of e...
Apr 19, 2024 Photo by B. Shakyaver
The 48 - a packed kick off to your weekend in Exeter-Grand Bend
Lots happening in Exeter-Grand Bend to start your weekend off right TODAY Exeter Elementary School Trivia Night with the Cultural Collective: Join the fun on Friday, April 19th, at the Exeter Legion f...
Apr 19, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Get the inside track on what's happening at South Huron at upcoming Mayor's Breakfast
The Mayor's Breakfast is coming up on May 9th, and this is a perfect opportunity to get the inside scoop on what's happening in your community, and rub elbows with the movers and shakers. Robin Glenny...
Apr 18, 2024 Last year's breakfast saw MPP Lisa Thompson hand a large cheque to South Huron Mayor George Finch | Photo by B. Shakyaver
Affordable housing projects in Huron County in jeopardy following provincial and federal funding disputes
Recent communication from Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, ignited concerns at County Council on Wednesday (April 17) about a looming funding shortfall under Ontario's Nationa...
Apr 18, 2024 Photo by B. Shakyaver
Gas prices set to surge to $1.76 per litre as result of carbon tax hike
Gasoline prices in Huron County and Western Ontario are set to surge to levels not seen since August 2022 - which coincided with the easing of pandemic restrictions. According to Dan McTeague, Preside...
Apr 18, 2024
High cost of living and low compensation barriers for attracting workers to Huron County
Discussions about the ongoing Workforce Project led by Huron County Economic Development raised some concerns about workforce challenges in the municipality at Bluewater Council's meeting on Monday (A...
Apr 18, 2024 Photo by B. Shakyaver
Find something special for Mom at the upcoming Little Craft Show!
This Saturday, the South Huron Recreation Centre in Exeter will be bursting with local artisans at Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Huron's Little Craft Show. With 47 vendors showcasing their wares, ...
Apr 18, 2024 Steckle says that she's looking forward to this year's craft show! | Photo by B. Shakyaver
Lambton Shores introduces grant program to safeguard homes and sewer systems
In a move to mitigate the risks of basement flooding and alleviate strain on the sanitary sewer system, the Municipality of Lambton Shores has rolled out a grant program aimed at assisting residents i...
Apr 18, 2024
