With the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) in its final days, South Huron and the Authority have agreed on a plan to expand and manage the popular South Huron Trail. South Huron municipal council was assured at its last meeting that the trail agreement will remain intact when the local authority is absorbed into the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority in early 2027.

A large-scale energy project has been turned down by Bluewater council after residents rallied in opposition to the proposal. The project would have made use of two depleted natural gas caverns between Bayfield and Varna off Goshen Line, pulling power from the grid to compress air into the caverns that could be released later to move turbines, effectively storing the energy for times when demand increases.

Dan Rolph - Exeter Examiner Editor By Dan Rolph With September being World Suicide Prevention Month, I think it’s important that we take a moment to discuss the topic of mental health with transparency and honesty. Throughout my career covering the news in this community, every discussion I’ve been a part of regarding mental health has had one theme as its focus — the stigma that exists around mental health and how we can overcome it. I suppose I’ve always had a somewhat uniq

The nomination period for candidates in the upcoming municipal elections has passed, and the slate of names of voters will see on the ballot is set. Here’s everything you need to know about the local races. This information was current on Aug. 21 after the Exeter Examiner went to press.

Highview Lucan is opening with a care model its operators say is built on connections, bringing together seniors, adults with developmental disabilities and those living with dementia or cognitive decline. The new privately owned and operated 53-unit care home in Lucan opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, Aug. 18, for an open house where the public could learn more about the home and what it brings to the community.

Jace Dietrich of Exeter was declared district champion at the Midwestern Ontario Junior Optimists District Championship tournament, held Aug. 11 at the St. Marys Golf and Country Club (SMGCC).