Federal funding available for community service organizations

Community service organizations can now access funds to help adapt to the long-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. “The government is supporting the long-term COVID-19 pandemic recovery in communities across Canada through this historic fund,” said Karina Gould, minister of families, children and social development. “This transformational investment with the national funders supports a more […]

2022 Festive RIDE campaign sees similar results as previous year

Some drivers still aren’t getting the message not to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  West Region OPP recently released the results of the 2022 Festive RIDE campaign reporting 278 impaired driving charges laid within the region over the holiday season — only two fewer than in 2021. The region’s officers also […]

Siblings recognized for service to Lucknow community

The Lucknow and District Chamber of Commerce recently announced their 2022 Community Service Award winner at their December general meeting.   This award is presented annually to the person or persons who have shown generosity to the town through deeds or contributions, charitable works and/or business achievement that helped develop and strengthen the community. It was […]

Huron-Kinloss getting noticed for economic development efforts  

The Township of Huron-Kinloss’ economic development team has been chosen as a finalist for the Rural Excellence Award from the Economic Developers Council of Ontario.   The Township received a congratulatory email in early December. The Rural Excellence Award aims to recognize a rural community with a population under 10,000 that is doing extraordinary work in economic […]

Huron-Kinloss mayor looks forward to plans of 2023

As 2023 begins, I look forward to working with our new council and staff as we move forward.   I am excited to see the new water tower being built in Lucknow and will be very happy when it goes online and see some new builds in Lucknow.   I am also looking forward to see some […]