Thames Valley school board executives’ big raises, revisited
Education Minister Jill Dunlop’s announced operational audit of the Thames Valley District school board includes a reference to “executive members’ compensation” â which may train a renewed spotlight on the big year-over-year pay bumps several administrators got in 2023, the most recent figures available. The raises were first detailed by reporter Heather Rivers in June. […]
Kincardine council seeking candidates for Ward 1 vacancy
Kincardine has begun the process of finding a new councillor to represent Ward 1 following the death of Doug Kennedy. During the Sept. 11 meeting, council officially declared the office of Coun. Kennedy vacant. A member of Kincardine council for nearly six years, Kennedy died on Aug. 15 at Huron Shores Hospice in Tiverton at […]
Nominations open for King Charles III Coronation Medal
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their exceptional contribution to Huron-Bruce? In recognition of the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023, a new Canadian commemorative medal has been created to honour outstanding citizens who have made a significant impact in their communities. Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb said nominations for the […]
LETTER: Commending Kincardine council’s leadership on Secord decision
I would like to commend the Municipality of Kincardine council for their recent decision to decommission the Secord monument. By thoughtfully addressing concerns surrounding the monument’s historical significance, the council has demonstrated leadership that places the dignity and lived experiences of marginalized residents at the forefront. This decision is a necessary and courageous step toward […]
City-owned core parking lots may be perfect spots for new housing: Mayor
Could five downtown-area London parking lots be used for new housing development? The mayor and city staff are looking to find out. Based on a commitment from Mayor Josh Morgan’s 2024 state of the city address, city staff are seeking council’s approval to open up several city-owned parking lots to development proposals for “high-density housing, […]