Holidays like Easter are times when many find joy in the traditions that have been passed down through generations. Whether it’s eating fish and chips on Good Friday, hunting for Easter eggs or getting excited for the Easter Bunny to visit with treats, those traditions can shape the holiday experience and make it a little more joyful.

With Huron County approving its 2026 budget on March 18, it looks like we’re entering an age of tightening purse strings and measured spending. However, I can’t help but lament what we’re losing in the process.

The fate of Hensall Heritage Hall remains uncertain as Bluewater explores selling the property that once housed the village’s council chambers. The municipality had previously been searching for a long-term tenant for the property’s upper hall that municipal staff suggested could be used for housing projects, a creative workspace, offices or community programming.