Cory Bilyea

Minto

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News Reporter at Midwestern Newspapers

I am an Indigenous journalist with Midwestern Newspapers.

Articles

John Rutledge Architect awarded Blyth Daycare expansion project

2 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

BLYTH – North Huron Council awarded John Rutledge Architect the Blyth Daycare expansion project contract during its Apr. 7 regular meeting. Rutledge came in as the lowest bidder ($85,675) through the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, which opened on Feb. 21. The process was originally set to close on March 7, but the deadline was…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
Local volunteers make birthdays special for food bank clients

2 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – Sometimes, it’s the little things. A small act of kindness or a thoughtful gesture can make a big difference in somebody’s life. Choosing between paying rent or buying groceries is an unfortunate reality for many people, including folks right here in North Huron. With this in mind, several local parishioners from St. Pauls-Trinity…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
MVCA 2025 ambitious work plan priorities continue to protect and enhance local watersheds

2 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WROXETER – At their regular March meeting, Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) board members approved a “very ambitious” 2025 work plan. “It’s a very ambitious year, and everybody’s work plan is very full this year, so we’re excited about it,” said General Manager Phil Beard. “We’ve got to seize these opportunities when they come, because…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
Battle of the Badges raises $3,500 for Victim Services

3 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – North Huron Fire Department (NHFD) and Huron County OPP laced up their skates for a good cause on Saturday, March 29, at the Wescast Community Complex. This fun-filled, friendly hockey game was a great success for Victim Services Huron-Perth. Executive Director Deborah Logue said the fundraiser, which included donations at the door, a…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
Remember them; learn from their children

3 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

Remember their names: Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, Rebecca Contois, and Ashlee Shingoose. They were more than statistics; they were mothers, sisters, aunties, and daughters – each with their own stories and families. Tragically, they were also victims of violence, leaving behind a void in the lives of their children, families and communities. While the PC government…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
Non-eligible unit recycling collection agreement reached

3 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

NORTH HURON – Interim Director of Public Works Chip Wilson updated North Huron council on the non-eligible unit recycling collection plan, saying that an agreement had been reached, pending council approval. Wilson said the new agreement is with Waste Management to collect recycling from non-eligible industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) sources from April to December…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
Meet Nelson Santos, North Huron’s new Chief Administrative Officer

4 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – Nelson Santos is very happy to be here in North Huron and says he is excited to live, work and play in his new community. Santos sat down with the Wingham Advance Times on March 20 to introduce himself and outline his top priorities in his new role. “I’m looking forward to being…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly. Gain full access by subscribing - Subscribe NowAlready a member?Please login to get full access.
Battle of the Badges hockey game on Saturday

4 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

Charity game will support Victim Services Huron-Perth WINGHAM – The North Huron Fire Department (NHFD) and the Huron Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are gearing up for a charity hockey game on Saturday, March 29 at the Wescast Community Complex. This event will see all proceeds going towards supporting Victim Services Huron-Perth. Victim Services Executive Director…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
F.E. Madill co-op student explores career in firefighting

4 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – Sara Whitehead’s eyes are pointed skyward as she plans for her future. The F.E. Madill Grade 12 student dreams of learning to fly a helicopter so that one day, she can help fight forest fires up north. As she explored her options, however, Whitehead discovered that helicopter pilot training is very expensive. Not…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.
WAHS explores history of British Home Children in Huron County

4 weeks ago | midwesternnewspapers.com | Cory Bilyea

WINGHAM – In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, over 100,000 British children were sent across the Atlantic to Canada in an astonishing migration movement that continued into the 1940s and profoundly impacted many families and communities. Known as British Home children, these young immigrants, many as young as six years old, were transported…To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital Subscription - Yearly.