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LOCAL HEADLINES


Aging Isn’t the Problem, Avoidance Is: Why You Should Exercise Now
When we think about aging, we often associate it with physical decline, frailty, or loss of independence.
Dagny Kane Haas
Jun 11


Three decades of care, a lifetime of comfort: An interview with the team behind Goderich Place
For over 30 years, Goderich Place has stood as a beacon of warmth, dignity, and exceptional care for seniors.
Annette Gerdes
Jun 11


Invasive Plant of the Month: Lily of the Valley
The Canadian Coalition for Invasive Plant Regulation (CCIPR) believes Canada should improve policies, tools and regulations to stop the spread of invasive plants.


Fit, Active and Healthy Seniors: Make your whole day matter
June is Seniors Month in Ontario and is a time to recognize and celebrate older adults who shaped the province into what it is today.
Kate Smith
Jun 11


Registration open for Gateway’s Discovery Healthcare Camp
Designed to spark curiosity and passion for healthcare careers right here in Huron County, a healthcare camp will once again host students to experience hands-on activities and meet healthcare providers.
Kate Smith
May 29


Phase one of downtown dig in Goderich has begun
Phase one of the downtown infrastructure project began on May 12 as sections of the Square are closed to road traffic while water and sewer pipes are replaced, and new electrical work is done for street lighting.
Kate Smith
May 29


Chosen Friends: Fraternity, Aid and Protection
The Canadian Order of Chosen Friends, for a modest monthly fee, offered death, disability and sick benefits to members at the turn of the last century.
David Yates
May 28


Rally ‘Fore’ the Cure aims to raise $15,000 for local mammography program
Building on last year’s successful golf tournament and fundraising effort that resulted in a $10,500 donation made to the AMGH Foundation, Rally Fore the Cure Huron is once again busy raising funds in conjunction with its annual golf tournament.
Anne McIsaac
May 28


Local business owner makes generous contributions to preserve natural heritage
In a remarkable show of community spirit, Elizabeth Van den Broeck, owner of Elizabeth’s Art Gallery in downtown Goderich has recently made a generous donation of $8,000 to the Friends of Ball’s Bridge and Little Lakes (FOBBLL).
Jennifer Morris
May 28


Gateway welcomes new executive director
Earlier this month Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) welcomed Dr. Leslie Walker as its executive director.
Kate Smith
May 28


Registration open for Gateway’s Discovery Healthcare Camp
Designed to spark curiosity and passion for healthcare careers right here in Huron County, a healthcare camp will once again host students to experience hands-on activities and meet healthcare providers.
Kate Smith
May 28


Kingsbridge presents Saving Harmony – The Musical
Another musical will grace the stage at Kingsbridge Centre featuring many local actors and singers, debuting on June 6 at 8 p.m.
Kate Smith
May 28


Goderich Council continues to invest in supporting infrastructure rehabilitation
Recently the Town of Goderich’s 2025 operational budget has been approved for key capital projects.
Kate Smith
May 15


Goderich couple honoured with prestigious Rotary Pinnacle Service Award
At the recent Rotary District 6330 Conference, longtime Goderich residents and Rotarians Ross Field and Rosanne Barnett were presented with the Rotary Pinnacle Service Award, the highest distinction the district can bestow for service to a specific program.
Contributed
May 15


Invasive Plant of the Month: Yellow Iris (Iris pseudacorus)
You may be just one person, with one yard and one garden, but if you can eliminate the invasive plant species in your yard, you’ve taken a giant step to help the ecosystem.


STEAM night at St. Mary’s celebrates creativity, curiosity and imagination
The recent STEAM night event at St. Mary’s School was a tremendous success, bringing together families, staff and community members in a joyful celebration of creativity, curiosity and imagination.
Erin Van Diepenbeek
May 14


A Livery production to make you laugh until it hurts
Mark your calendars if you’re yearning for a dose of side-splitting chaos.
Victoria Makcrow
May 14


New business Together We Shine On to offer a new living concept for seniors
A new business is opening in Huron County that will provide a comfortable home for mature and like-minded individuals to live together in a space that promotes peaceful and healthy lifestyles.
Kate Smith
May 14


GeoReach program increases monitoring at locations on shoreline
Goderich Council recently approved the use of, and installation of citizen-science camera stands at locations on the waterfront for monitoring.
Kate Smith
May 14


Huron Hurricanes fundraising for the Goderich YMCA
Huron Hurricanes Aquatic Club (HHAC) is celebrating its 35th anniversary by launching a community-focused initiative to upgrade the starting blocks for the swimming pool at the Goderich facility.
Kate Smith
May 14
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