Author Archives: 90.5 myFM News staff
First Day of School for Local Students Pushed
Traditionally, schools resume the Tuesday after Labour Day - this year, parents will have to wait one more day, to send their kids back. Students in Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) and Hur...
Aug 11, 2023
You Could Cross the County Without a Car 100 Years Ago, What Happened?
A forgotten piece of history made it possible to cross the county without a car less than 100 years ago. Rail lines in the area are credited with the explosion of commerce in the early 1900's - with m...
Aug 11, 2023 G.T.R. Station Wingham, Circa 1910 - Courtesy of Toronto Public Library
All Hands On Deck Food Drive
Drop off food and monetary donations in support of the Huron County Food Bank Distribution Center. There's a real need in our community and every little bit helps! Join us on Thursday, August 1...
Aug 11, 2023
Backyard Astronomer Talks Meteor Shower Coming Tomorrow You Can Watch From Your Own Backyard
This weekend could be the highlight of your summer. The annual Perseid Meteor Shower will peak tomorrow night (Saturday). Getting technical, Boyle said that what we are seeing is earth plowing through...
Aug 11, 2023
Flashing Green Lights Indicate Firefighters Enroute to Save Lives
The next time you see a flashing green light coming up behind you, move over. That's the message that South Huron Fire Chief Jeremy Becker says they're always trying to get out. A flashing green light...
Aug 11, 2023 |Photo by B. Shakyaver
15-Year-Old Dies in Drowning Incident at Wildwood Conservation Area
In a tragic incident that unfolded last Sunday, a 15-year-old girl met with a fatal drowning at Wildwood Conservation Area. The Stratford police confirmed the incident on Wednesday. A joint effort of ...
Aug 11, 2023 An OPP cruiser at the London detachment off Exeter Road.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: One Man's Trash, is Another Woman's Opportunity - Giving Second Life to Milk Bags
Creating community, while also providing handmade sleeping mats, a group of local ladies are giving what could be considered trash, a second life. Half a dozen women congregate at Patti LaPorte's home...
Aug 10, 2023 Barb and Heather weaving on a double frame
Multicultural Association of Perth-Huron's Upcoming Festival in Exeter Celebrates Diversity and Unity
The town of Exeter is going to be alive with vibrant music, food and community when it plays host to a Multicultural Festival on August 13th. Dr. Geza Wordofa, the festival organizer and an advocate w...
Aug 10, 2023
Quilting and Heritage: Weaving the Threads of History
Quilts have long held a special place in the hearts of communities and families, serving as tangible pieces of history and culture. myFM sat down with Tammy Sparling, the proud owner of Exeter's own Q...
Aug 10, 2023 myFM sat down with Tammy Sparling (pictured above) - proud owner of Exeter's Quilt Kitchen
Decade-Long Switch to Garbage Bins Yields Benefits and Boosts Recycling Rates, Says Bluewater Recycling Association
It's been over a decade since they flipped from bagged garbage, to garbage bins, and the Bluewater Recycling Association says that the switch has come with some perks. The switch reduced the burden on...
Aug 10, 2023
