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Alerts Brampton Toronto Waterloo Regional Police

19 & 25 Year Old Arrested – Stolen Vehicle & Firearm Recovered

Waterloo Regional Police arrest two males after locating a stolen vehicle and loaded firearm in Waterloo.

On September 13, 2025, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers on proactive patrol located a stolen vehicle in the area of King Street North and Erb Street East. 

Through the investigation, officers determined that the vehicle’s occupants had left the area. Two male suspects were located a short distance away and were both arrested.

A loaded firearm and ammunition were located and seized as part of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 19-year-old Brampton male and a 25-year-old Toronto male, have been charged with the following: 

•    Possession of stolen property over $5,000
•    Unauthorized possession of a firearm 
•    Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm 
•    Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition 
•    Careless storage of firearm 
•    Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 
•    Possession of automobile master key 

Both males were held for a bail hearing. 

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police at 519-570-9777, extension 6399.

Anonymous information can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.waterloocrimestoppers.com. 

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Alerts Breaking News WFP

Poilievre Joins Lethal Movement Taking Back Canada [Video] #WinghamWakening #DeathOfFear

(Wingham, ON) – My roof, my rules, my castle – and I’m the king of it. It would be wise not to test my resolve.

This is not about violence. It is about resolve. It is about the unshakable right to protect what is ours: our homes, our families, and our future.

Once again, a small-town restaurant in Wingham is going viral and sparking national debate by standing firm on one of the oldest and most sacred rights: the right to defend your home, your family, and your country.

For years, Canadians have been told to stay quiet, to obey over-reaching municipal “governments,” and to surrender their freedoms one by one. But Buck & Jo’s, the now-legendary hub of free thought and speech in Wingham, refuses to bow. Vote Buck

From Vilified to Vindicated

Three years ago, when Buck & Jo’s first spoke out about the use of lethal force in defence of life as guaranteed under Section 35 of the Criminal Code of Canada, they were smeared and branded as “extremists.”

Today, they’re being praised. Their stance is no longer fringe—it’s mainstream. Across Canada, citizens are recognizing that the only way to be free is to stand your ground.

The recent case in Kawartha Lakes, where a homeowner was charged for defending his family, has only reignited the movement. Canadians are now asking: Why are law-abiding families punished while criminals are coddled?

A Symbol of Resistance

It began with the “chalk outline” sticker in 2021. In 2024 it was updated for the upcoming 2026 Ontario municipal election to “Who’s the king of your castle?”

What began as an act of defiance during Covid has grown into a nationwide awakening. Buck & Jo’s is now seen as the last few thousand square feet of uninfected, unsegregated, Glorious and Free Canada.

The Declaration

The Death of Fear

What we are witnessing is not just a protest. It is a cultural shift. Canadians are rediscovering their courage.

Fear is dying, and with it, the chains that have held us down.

A Call to Every Canadian

Buck & Jo’s is not just a restaurant. It has become a symbol, a rallying point, and a beacon of hope. Even Pierre Poilievre is now advocating for Canadians to Stand Their Ground.

The message is simple but powerful:
👉 Stand your ground.
👉 Defend your family.
👉 Take back your country.

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Alerts WFP

North Huron Council’s Special Meeting: Empty Words, Higher Taxes, and Failed Leadership

A Meeting of Empty Words and Inflated Self-Praise

Tonight’s agenda is full of glossy presentations and “strategic plan updates,” yet anyone who actually lives in Wingham, Blyth, or East Wawanosh knows the lived reality: 425 other municipalities in Ontario have lower tax rates. Families here are crushed under a property tax burden of 2.16%, one of the highest in the province, while council pats itself on the back for “community spirit” and “strategic goals”. What use are PowerPoint slides about “confidence-building strategies” when residents are forced to sell their homes at a loss?

Infrastructure Failure Hidden Behind Buzzwords

The meeting devotes pages to “paving programs” and “asset management updates”. Meanwhile, potholes crater local roads, sidewalks are illegally blocked by town staff dumping snow, and families have to walk their kids in traffic to get to school. Instead of enforcing their own bylaws, council buries the public in consultant jargon and “modernization plans.” The reality is simple: residents are paying triple Toronto-level taxes and getting third-world infrastructure.

Fireworks of Self-Congratulation, While Services Rot

The council brags about new fire trucks, daycare expansions, and a “Seniors Active Living Centre”—but these are fig leaves to distract from basic governance failures. Waste management is in chaos, recycling contracts are about to expire, and physician shortages are still plaguing the township. The “progress reports” are nothing more than smoke-and-mirror exercises designed to hide a crumbling foundation.

Paul Heffer: A Reeve in Name Only

If leadership is measured by courage and accountability, Reeve Paul Heffer has failed spectacularly. Time and again he has proven himself a coward—admitting in the past he won’t stand up to law-breaking town staff, while families suffer. Under his watch:

  • Taxes are suffocating families and destroying livelihoods.
  • Roads and sidewalks remain unsafe, blocked and neglected.
  • Public trust has collapsed, as residents see no accountability.

His performance as reeve is beyond poor—it’s reckless. A leader’s job is to protect the community, not to destroy its prosperity. Instead, Heffer presides like a puppet, rubber-stamping glossy by-laws and adjournments while his community crumbles.

Final Word

This meeting isn’t about residents. It isn’t about lowering taxes, fixing roads, or making sidewalks safe. It is a public relations exercise, an expensive self-promotion parade designed to prop up failing leadership.

Until there is accountability, until North Huron stops being the most expensive municipality to live in the area, and until cowards are replaced with real leaders, these meetings will remain nothing more than a cruel insult to the people footing the bill.

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WARNING: North Huron Taxes Double That Of Perth East & South : $1,000/Month!

(North Huron) As the real estate market bubble pops, Wingham, Blyth then East Wawanosh lead the way due to excessive taxes as a result of zero accountability and fear of an admitted cowardly reeve paul heffer that won’t stand up to law breaking town staff.

NOTE: There are 425 municipalities in Ontario with a lower tax rate than Wingham, crashing property values and wiping out families.

This has resulted in families forced to sell at a loss, as they flee back to the Cities for opportunities and more affordable living.

As the chart shows below, North Huron has the highest tax rate in the area, double that of Perth East, and nearly triple that of Toronto and other Cities.

Ontario Property Tax Calculator (Provided Rates)

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Tax RateTaxes on $556,000 residence.
Wingham2.16%$12,009.60
Blyth2.07%$11,509.20
East Wawanosh2.06%$11,453.60
Bluewater1.96%$10,897.60
Goderich1.72%$9,535.40
Gorrie1.64%$9,118.40
Wroxeter1.64%$9,101.72
Stratford1.61%$8,951.60
London1.57%$8,729.20
Howick1.54%$8,584.64
Kincardine1.53%$8,506.80
St. Marys1.51%$8,395.60
Perth1.49%$8,284.40
Huron East1.43%$7,950.80
Central Huron1.43%$7,950.80
South Huron1.39%$7,728.40
North Perth1.34%$7,450.40
West Pert1.17%$6,505.20
ACW1.12%$6,216.08
Milverton1.04%$5,782.40
Mornington1.00%$5,560.00
Perth East0.99%$5,521.08
Perth South0.96%$5,337.60

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer
280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
[email protected] 
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
[email protected] 
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585 
[email protected] 
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492 
[email protected]
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385 
[email protected] 
Kevin Fascist  Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301 
[email protected]
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415 
[email protected]

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Alerts Weather WFP

Severe Thunderstorm Watch For Wingham, Blyth: 90 KM Winds, Toonie Sized Hail

7:26 PM EDT Saturday 23 August 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for:

  • Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and large hail.

Hazards: Wind gusts up to 90 kilometres per hour. Up to toonie sized hail.

When: This evening. Local utility outages are possible. Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches.

Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or post reports on X using #ONStorm.

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Threat to Eliminate School Boards Is Deliberate Misdirection from the Government’s Failures

TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is condemning Education Minister Paul Calandra’s suggestion to eliminate elected school boards, calling it a deliberate act of misdirection designed to shift attention away from the Ford government’s devastating record on education.

“This isn’t about fixing schools — it’s about deflecting blame,” said Laura Walton, President of the Ontario Federation of Labour. “Minister Calandra knows parents, students, and workers are outraged over overcrowded classrooms, violence in schools, staff shortages, and crumbling infrastructure. Instead of admitting responsibility, he is dangling the elimination of school boards to stir up controversy and distract Ontarians from his government’s failures.”

The OFL warns that dismantling school boards would silence local voices, undermine community accountability, and hand even more unchecked power to a government already seizing control of Ontario’s largest boards.

“This is distraction, plain and simple,” Walton continued. “The Ford government is trying to convince Ontarians that trustees are the problem, when the real crisis was created by their own cuts and chronic underfunding. Our communities deserve real solutions — smaller classes, more supports for students, and safe schools — not another cynical power grab.”

The OFL calls on Ontarians to see through this ploy and to demand that the provincial government invest in public education instead of dismantling the democratic structures that protect it.

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Walkerton Court Docket – Friday, August 22, 2025 : Barnard, Beer, Burns, Craft, Furness, Gionet, Grimoldby, Hetzler, Howe, Lake, McCool, McNeil, McNevan, Nowak, Rapelje (Birgit & Robert), Richard, Robichaud, S. (B.), Scott, Sherk, Sidhu, Spitzig, Stuckless, Thompson.

The Walkerton courthouse will see a full schedule of criminal matters today, with multiple bail hearings, pre-trials, and first appearances set throughout the day.

Morning Session

The day begins with a series of bail hearings and allegations of breach.

  • Clayton Craft and Hunter Grimoldby are scheduled for multiple bail phase matters.
  • Nicole Lake, Kenneth McCool (facing several separate dockets), and Dominic McNevan (with both bail phases and an allegation of breach) will also appear on bail issues.
  • Matthew Nowak and Darcy Scott are also listed for bail proceedings.
  • Beau Sherk has an extensive set of bail matters, including several phases and “to be spoken to” appearances.
  • Justin Spitzig is also scheduled with several bail hearings this morning.

In addition, James Hetzler will make a first appearance, while Michael Howe is scheduled to be spoken to in a judicial pre-trial.
Yvonne Stuckless is set to appear in person for three pre-trials.

Midday

By late morning and into early afternoon, several pre-trials and bail-related cases are scheduled:

  • Kelsey Beer, Greg Burns, and Amaritpal Sidhu are on the docket to be spoken to or for pre-trials.
  • Scott Richard has a judicial pre-trial at 11:30 a.m.
  • Dennis Gionet (pre-trial) and Brad McNeil (pre-trial at 12:30 p.m.) will also appear.

Afternoon Session

  • Robert Thompson is scheduled for multiple bail matters, including a show cause hearing.
  • Taylor Barnard faces two separate pre-trial appearances at 2:00 p.m.
  • David Robichaud will be spoken to at 2:30 p.m.
  • Birgit Rapelje and Robert Rapelje each have multiple judicial pre-trial matters at 3:30 p.m.
  • A case listed under initials B.S. is scheduled for 3:00 p.m.
  • Tyson Furness will close the day with a judicial pre-trial at 4:00 p.m.

Names on Today’s Docket

Barnard, Beer, Burns, Craft, Furness, Gionet, Grimoldby, Hetzler, Howe, Lake, McCool, McNeil, McNevan, Nowak, Rapelje (Birgit & Robert), Richard, Robichaud, S. (B.), Scott, Sherk, Sidhu, Spitzig, Stuckless, Thompson.

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In Owen Sound Court Today: Curtis Hutt, J. J., Sarah Adamski, David Beattie, Michael Cox, Tyler Dillman, Amanda Doucet, Ricardo Dragan, Jadyn Felicio, Jason Fell, Jason Fischer, Artur Ignatowicz, C. L., Christopher Lancaster, Dillon McIntyre, Spencer Meunier, Kyle Morgan, Edward Oppong, Quintin Stockley, Tyler Stoddart, S. T., Aleksandar Vuletic

OWEN SOUND — The Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound are set to hear a full slate of criminal matters today, with a mix of bail hearings, plea arrangements, pre-trials, and trial proceedings.

🔷 Superior Court of Justice

Two matters are scheduled in the higher court:

  • Curtis Hutt is scheduled to appear at 9:00 AM in OCJ Bail Court for an allegation of breach of a Conditional Sentence Order (CSO).
  • A youth matter listed as R. v J. will continue its trial at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 201.

🔷 Ontario Court of Justice

The provincial court will be busy with multiple bail hearings, pre-trial proceedings, and plea deals, both by video and in person.

⚖️ Bail Hearings

The following individuals are scheduled for bail phase hearings in Courtroom 102:

  • David Beattie – 3 separate matters beginning at 9:00 AM
  • Ricardo Dragan, Jason Fischer, and Jadyn Felicio – each facing bail or show cause hearings
  • Dillon McIntyre – 3 in-person bail matters
  • Spencer Meunier – 5 bail-related appearances
  • Quintin Stockley – 6 matters related to bail
  • Tyler Stoddart – 2 bail matters scheduled

📄 Plea Hearings

Scheduled to appear to take a plea:

  • Michael Cox – In person at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 102Z
  • Amanda Doucet and Artur Ignatowicz – Appearing via video in the same courtroom

💬 To Be Spoken To

  • Tyler Dillman – 10:00 AM (video)
  • Jason Fell – Two separate appearances at 3:00 PM (video)

🧑‍⚖️ Judgement

  • Sarah Adamski will receive judgement in Room 101 at 9:30 AM via video link.

🗓️ Judicial Pre-Trials (JPT)

Multiple pre-trials are on the docket, including:

  • C.L., Christopher Lancaster (two matters), Kyle Morgan, and S.T.

⚖️ Pre-Trial Conferences

  • Edward Oppong – Two in-person matters at 3:30 PM, Room 101
  • Aleksandar Vuletic – Two in-person pre-trials scheduled for 12:00 PM, Room 101

📍 This docket summary reflects court appearances as listed at publication time. Appearances may change due to court scheduling, resolutions, or other developments.

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Goderich Court Docket Summary 22Aug2025: Barron, Brunk, Delange, Faber, Ferguson, Fielder, Hatfield, Huynh, Leachman, Listman, Morrison, O’Brien, Poortinga, Terpstra, Veldman

The Goderich courthouse is set for a busy Friday, with a docket dominated by bail hearings and procedural matters across a wide range of criminal cases.

Morning Hearings

The morning session begins at 10:00 a.m., with multiple bail phase hearings scheduled by video link. Among those appearing are Christopher Barron, Kristopher Faber (with two separate matters), Tyler Listman (two matters), R.M. (four matters), Robert Morrison (four matters), Marty O’Brien, Matthew O’Brien, and Mark Poortinga.

Also appearing at 10:00 a.m. is Jamie Leachman, whose bail hearing will be conducted in person, standing out in a day where most appearances are handled remotely. Henk Veldman is also listed at this time for a pre-trial appearance.

Midday Cases

Later in the morning, Anthony Terpstra is scheduled for a pre-trial at 11:00 a.m. The 11:30 a.m. session includes Patrick Brunk, William Ferguson, and Zachary Fielder (two matters, both motions).

By noon, the docket turns to Andrew Delange, set to be spoken to, followed by Chleo Hatfield and Joseph Hatfield (with three separate matters) at 12:30 p.m.

Afternoon Session

The afternoon concludes with Phuong Huynh, who is scheduled for a pre-trial appearance at 2:00 p.m., one of the few cases being heard in person rather than by video link.

A Heavy Bail Schedule

Friday’s docket is notable for the heavy focus on bail proceedings. Several accused individuals face multiple matters under different case numbers, including R.M., Robert Morrison, and Kristopher Faber, highlighting the ongoing pressures on the bail system in Huron County.

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Shooter At Large – Huron Residents To Lockdown After Seaforth Shooting & Cover-up #CamerasUp

(FilmThePolice.ca) Huron OPP are now facing attempted murder allegations after an apparent botched execution attempt in Seaforth.

NOTE: Traditional media have used a cropped photo to help cover-up the unjustified shooting. The image below is from the SIU report, and contains one of the bullet holes proving it was an unjustified shooting. All other media outlets have chosen to edit out or omit the bullet hole.

The SIU evidence and investigation shows that Huron OPP repeatedly failed to use standard and appropriate methods to stop a vehicle, and instead tried to execute unarmed civilians in an extrajudicial punitive measure. The telltale bullet holes in the vehicle clearly show the officer lied in his notes, and then they refused to be interviewed. All residents of Huron County are encouraged to lockdown their property and video record ALL police interactions until this officer’s name is released.

The SIU’s decision to exonerate the officer in Case #23-PFI-424 is a grotesque miscarriage of justice. The evidence overwhelmingly suggests that the officer’s gunfire was not defensive but retaliatory, targeting the passenger (Complainant #1) after the vehicle had already passed him. The SIU’s conclusion that this shooting was “reasonable” is a disgrace—it rewards reckless violence and sends a clear message: police can shoot first, fabricate a threat later, and walk away unscathed.

1. The Shooting Was Not Defensive – It Was Punitive

A. The Officer Was No Longer in Danger When He Fired

  • The SIU admits there is conflicting evidence on whether the SUV was moving when shots were fired.
  • Video footage (from residential cameras) suggests the vehicle was already turning away when the officer discharged his firearm.
  • Forensic evidence shows bullets struck the passenger-side windshield and door—areas that would not be in the officer’s direct line of fire if he were truly defending himself from an oncoming vehicle.

Conclusion: The officer was not firing to stop an imminent threat—he was firing to punish the occupants for fleeing.

B. The Third Shot Was Especially Suspicious

  • Witnesses and audio recordings confirm two rapid shots, followed by a delayed third shot.
  • This pause suggests the officer reassessed and chose to fire again—not in panic, but in retaliation.
  • The bullet that struck Complainant #1 in the chest came from this third shot, proving the officer adjusted his aim to ensure a hit.

Conclusion: This was not “self-defense.” This was an execution attempt.

2. The SIU’s Flawed Justification Relies on Police Privilege

The SIU’s reasoning is a textbook example of cop logic:

  • “He feared for his life”—despite no evidence the civilians were armed.
  • “The SUV was a weapon”—ignoring that the officer stepped in front of it instead of retreating.
  • “The shooting was proportional”—even though three bullets into a fleeing car is excessive by any standard.

The SIU’s decision is not based on facts—it’s based on deference to police.

3. This Was Retaliation, Not Protection

The officer’s actions fit a well-documented pattern of police using lethal force as punishment:

  • Complainant #1 had just evaded arrest—a “sin” that often triggers police rage.
  • The officer shot at the passenger side, where Complainant #1 was seated, despite the driver being the alleged threat.
  • No attempt was made to disable the vehicle (tires, engine block)—the officer chose to shoot at human targets.

This was not about stopping a threat. It was about sending a message: “You don’t run from us.”

4. The SIU’s Decision Encourages More Police Violence

By rubber-stamping this shooting, the SIU has:
✅ Legitimized retaliatory gunfire against unarmed civilians.
✅ Reinforced that police can lie, exaggerate threats, and face no consequences.
✅ Sent a clear signal to officers: If you’re angry, you can shoot.

This is not oversight—it’s complicity.

Final Verdict: A Criminal Act Whitewashed as “Self-Defense”

The evidence proves this shooting was unjustified and retaliatory. The SIU’s decision to clear the officer is a betrayal of justice and a green light for further police violence.

If this is “reasonable,” then the law is broken.

Demand:

  • An independent review of the SIU’s decision.
  • Charges against the officer for aggravated assault.
  • Legislative reform to strip police of their “shoot first, justify later” immunity.

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North Huron Council Aug 11, 2025: What’s in the Agenda Package

(Wingham, North Huron) The agenda package has been released for the Crown Corporation of North Huron meeting 11Aug2025. Click Here for a copy.

This meeting is heavy on governance and policy resets (new or revamped by-laws), a sidewalk winter-maintenance policy update that’s headed for a formal by-law next month, small but notable community grants/leases, and an event designation with an alcohol-policy waiver. There’s also a closed session for land acquisition and potential litigation.

Headline items (and why you should care)

1) Council’s rulebook is being overhauled (Procedure By-law + companion policies)

Council is set to adopt an updated Procedure By-law plus four companion governance policies: Petition, Accountability & Transparency, Public Notice, and Council Vacancy. These shape how meetings run, how you can petition Council, what notice you get, and how vacancies get filled.

A few consequential mechanics inside the new Procedure By-law:

  • Strong-Mayor mechanics & veto timelines are codified: after Council passes a by-law, the Head of Council has 2 days to approve (not veto), signal intent to veto (then has up to 14 days to decide), or outright veto; Council can override a veto within 21 days with a two-thirds vote.
  • It states the Head of Council alone decides if a proposed or vetoed by-law “potentially advances a prescribed provincial priority” (i.e., the Strong Mayor framework).

Why it matters: These rules affect how quickly things get done, how much notice you receive, and how power is exercised between Council and the Head of Council.

The Public Notice Policy (also up for adoption) formalizes minimum website notice periods, required info blocks, and emergency notice flexibility if public health or other urgent issues arise.

The Council Vacancy Policy spells out ballot-style voting by Councillors and tiebreaks “by lot” if needed.

2) Online voting platform locked in for 2026

Council will approve a Memorandum of Agreement with Simply Voting Inc. for the 2026 municipal election. The attachment details managed Voter Information Letters (VILs) and lays out privacy/security practices (TLS encryption, no third-party cookies on the voting platform, data access rules).

Why it matters: If you care about election integrity and voter-info handling, this is where it’s spelled out.

3) Sidewalk winter maintenance policy updated; adoption by by-law slated for Sept 2

Public Works brings an updated Winter Maintenance of Sidewalks Policy. Council is asked to approve the policy now and direct the Clerk to bring a by-law on Sept 2, 2025 to adopt it formally.

Why it matters: This touches safety, accessibility, and potential enforcement downstream (e.g., how responsibilities and standards get enforced once the policy is by-law backed). It’s the closest thing in this package to “by-law enforcement” subject matter.

Note on by-law enforcement mentions: There is no standalone By-law Enforcement activity report in this agenda package. The enforcement-adjacent piece is the sidewalk winter maintenance policy moving toward by-law adoption next meeting.

4) Event designation + alcohol-policy waiver

The Huron Pioneer Threshers & Hobby Association seeks “municipally significant” status for a bar at the Blyth & District Community Centre on Sept 5–6 (8:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.). Staff recommends waiving the Municipal Alcohol Policy requirement for off-duty police/private security for this event.

Why it matters: Any waiver of security requirements is a policy exception—good to scrutinize for safety and precedent.

5) Small-ticket but local: grants and leases

  • Commercial Façade Improvement Grants: $4,920 for McBurney Funeral Home (35 Patrick St, Wingham); $275.69 for Lunar Lounge Salon (402 Queen St, Blyth), with agreements to follow.
  • Arena concessions (2025/26): Renew lease with OMG Twisted Fries at the Wingham complex; run an RFP for Blyth’s concession.

6) Facilities upkeep

Authorize $35,000–$37,000 for 2025 upkeep/repairs at Wingham Columbus Centre, drawing from its reserve.

7) Finance leadership appointment

Council will pass a by-law appointing Maria Thornton as Director of Finance/Treasurer, with powers and duties per the Municipal Act; the by-law rescinds the earlier interim appointment.

8) Delegation: Blyth 150th (for 2027)

A community-driven street-festival vision is being presented as an early planning step for Blyth’s 150th in 2027. Expect discussion on scope, volunteers, downtown impact, and local business ties.

9) Correspondence worth a peek (signals & context)

Incoming resolutions and notices include:

  • Opposition to Strong Mayor Powers (Ramara).
  • Opposition to Bill 17 (development charge deferrals/impacts) (Goderich).
  • Soil Health advocacy (ACW to Senator Black).
  • Niobium tailings opposition (Nairn & Hyman).
  • Elect Respect pledge (St. Catharines).
  • Bruce Power conference & United Way “Belonging Matters” event notices.

Why it matters: Even when they’re “for information,” these letters broadcast where other municipalities are leaning—useful leverage in local debates (e.g., Strong Mayor powers; growth financing).

Closed session

Two in-camera topics: land acquisition/disposition and potential litigation. Expect no public details until “reporting out,” if any.

What to watch / questions to bring

  • Procedure By-law:
    • How will the Strong-Mayor veto/override steps be communicated to the public in plain language and in real time?
    • Will the Clerk’s office publish an easy explainer page alongside the by-law? (Tie-in with the Public Notice Policy.)
  • Sidewalk Winter Policy:
    • Which sidewalks are prioritized, what are the service levels/response times, and how will this tie into enforcement once adopted by by-law on Sept 2?
  • Threshers event waiver:
    • On what basis is the security waiver justified, and is there mitigation (e.g., trained monitors, capacity limits)?
  • Online voting:
    • Clarify audit trails, PIN handling, and data retention timelines with Simply Voting (details are in Schedule A).

Bottom line

This meeting adjusts how Town Hall runs and sets up near-term enforcement relevance via the sidewalk winter policy. It’s also a good moment to push for clearer public explanations on Strong-Mayor procedures and election tech/privacy.

North Huron Council Contact Info:
Paul Heffer
280 Manor Road
(519) 357-3594
[email protected] 
Mitch Wright
63 Bristol Terrace
(519) 357-9497
[email protected] 
Lonnie Whitfield
94 John St. West
(226) 222-2585 
[email protected] 
Anita van Hittersum
84012 Hoover Line
(519) 523-4492 
[email protected]
Chris Palmer
39331 Belfast Road
(519) 357-3385 
[email protected] 
Kevin Fascist  Falconer
303 King Street
(519) 955-0301 
[email protected]
Ric McBurney
202 Thuell St, Blyth
(519) 441-7415 
[email protected]

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Shocking Video Released Of Turtle Allegedly Murdered By Maitland River – Warning: Disturbing Images

(Wingham, North Huron) – A fisherman near the site of the former Howson Dam claims to have witnessed two children killing a turtle. The individual has submitted a video, which appears to show a child torturing and killing a turtle by the Maitland River.

WARNING: The video contains disturbing content.

If anyone recognizes these children please contact the police asap at 1-888-310-1122.

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Criminal Court Docket Summary – Goderich Courthouse, July 28, 2025 – 80+ Names Released

(Goderich) The Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich has a full docket on Monday, July 28, 2025, handling a wide range of criminal proceedings including first appearances, bail hearings, trial confirmations, and motions.

Proceedings included:

  • Numerous “To Be Spoken To” (status update or administrative matters)
  • Several “Set Date for Trial” entries
  • Multiple “First Appearances”
  • A few “Bail Hearings” and “Trial Confirmation Hearings”
  • Plea hearings and motions

These proceedings were held both in person and via video, with hearings primarily taking place in Courtrooms 1 and 2, starting at 9:00 am and continuing into the afternoon.

  1. ARCHIBALD, MATTHEW
  2. BARTLETT, KRISTA
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Alerts Area OPP OPP WFP

OPP Facing Dereliction Of Duty Allegations – Winghamites Taking Back Community – #WinghamStrong #YouWereWarned

(North Huron) The community of Wingham has reached a breaking point. Residents no longer trust the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) or the Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) to protect them. From unchecked crime to alleged corruption, the people of Wingham feel abandoned by the very institutions meant to serve them.

Despite this massive failure, Winghamites are uniting to protect the children in their community, expunging drug dealers and squatters, with force when necessary.

OPP: Dereliction of Duty

The OPP’s failure to issue press releases on dangerous offenders has left the community in the dark, allowing criminals to roam freely. Reports of police brutality, drunken drivers, and drug dealers operating without consequence have become all too common.

  • Catch-and-release justice: The court system is seen as corrupt, with repeat offenders immediately returning to the streets.
  • Pedophile ring allegations: Whispers of an OPP covered-up pedophile ring, allegedly fueled by illegal drugs, have further eroded trust.
  • Fear of retaliation: Many residents are too scared to speak out, fearing violent backlash from criminals and police officers who operate with impunity.

Email opp public relations officers at [email protected] and [email protected] to find out why they have continued to fail our community.

HPPH: False Information and Failed Leadership

Huron Perth Public Health has also lost credibility.

  • False press releases: Amid an alleged measles “outbreak,” HPPH has been accused of spreading misinformation in the past without apology.
  • Inspectors lying in court: Public health officials have given false testimony, undermining their integrity.

Bylaw Enforcement: Afraid to Act

Local bylaw officers refuse to enforce regulations on Crown land, leaving residents to deal with:

  • Dog owners allow their dogs to crap on the sidewalks, and by-law enforcement is to afraid to confront the owners.
  • Squatters and trespassers taking over properties.
  • Illegal dumping turning neighborhoods into wastelands.
  • “Junkies” running rampant, with officials too afraid to confront them.

The Only Hope? The Fire Chief

In a system where trust has collapsed, many look to the Fire Chief as the last bastion of leadership—someone who might respect private property rights and “pivot us back to democracy.”

Social Media & Vigilantism

With authorities failing, residents, employers and landlords have turned to Facebook, using comment sections to locate suspected criminals that support/deal with each other and blacklist them. While controversial, it highlights the desperation of a community that no longer believes in its institutions.

Final Thoughts

Wingham is at a crossroads. Without immediate action from the OPP, HPPH, and local officials, the town risks descending into chaos. The people demand accountability—before it’s too late.

#WinghamStrong #OPPFailure #HPPHLies #TakeBackOurTown

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Alerts Weather

Tornado Warning in effect for Wingham – Blyth – Northern Huron County

At 7:39 PM EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado.

Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible. This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately.

Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet.

Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.

Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors! Emergency Management Ontario recommends that you take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches. Tornado warnings are issued when imminent or occurring thunderstorms are likely to produce or are producing tornadoes.