Ontario Free Press
(Wingham, North Huron) At a public council meeting, North Huron Reeve Paul Heffer repeatedly refused to answer a direct question on whether municipal bylaw enforcement officers are permitted to enforce bylaws on municipal property — including sidewalks, parks, and memorial lands. The question arose after repeated complaints that Public Works continues to dump snow onto […]
(NORTH HURON, ON) — The Township of North Huron has now been formally placed on written notice over ongoing sidewalk obstructions, alleged interference with by-law enforcement, and growing public safety concerns linked to winter snow-clearing operations. A detailed letter was sent this week to the Township Clerk, Chief Administrative Officer, Reeve, and members of Council […]
(Wingham, North Huron) On Saturday, shortly before the Wingham Christmas Parade, a local business owner engaged in highly concerning and aggressive behaviour in downtown Wingham. Witnesses report that the man was intentionally shovelling snow against a neighbour’s business doorway, completely blocking the door. When confronted about the dangerous and unlawful act (which could have prevented […]
(KINCARDINE, ON) – On November 20, 2025, at approximately 5:07 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle going into oncoming traffic while travelling northbound on Highway 21 towards Kincardine. The caller was able to keep observation of the vehicle until officers were able to locate it and […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Residents across North Huron are being urged to pack the council chambers Monday night as anger mounts over looming service changes, property-tax pressure, and a growing list of unanswered questions at Town Hall. The Corporation of North Huron is reviewing changes to garbage and recycling pickup, including potential reductions. Details remain unclear, […]
(GODERICH / NORTH HURON, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a North Huron resident with several criminal offences following a traffic stop in Goderich in the early morning hours of November 12, 2025. On November 12, 2025, just after 01:30 a.m., Huron OPP officers conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle […]
(HURON COUNTY, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public, specifically dog owners about their responsibilities when it comes to their canine companions. Police have responded to several reports of aggressive dogs in the Town of Goderich, Municipality of Bluewater, Municipality of Central Huron, and the Municipality of South Huron in recent […]
(Wingham, North Huron) A new analysis of Huron OPP fraud data reveals a staggering truth: North Huron residents are quietly being drained of nearly $10 million a year by scammers, with almost all cases going unreported. Between August 30 and October 31, 2025, the Huron OPP responded to nine fraud cases totalling $943,100 in confirmed […]
(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating damage to the Wingham trail walking bridge that has resulted in its closure until repairs can be made. On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, police were contacted to investigate damage to the bridge located West of Josephine Street in the Town of Wingham. Police […]
(NORTH HURON TWP, ON) – The Huron Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an incident that took place on Monday, October 06, 2025. On October 06, 2025, just before 9:00 a.m., police were contacted to investigate a threat made by a high school student toward another student. A “hold and secure” of […]