Wingham Free Press
(Wingham, North Huron) Area residents are reporting that bylaw enforcement officers have been trespassing onto private property, harassing and threatening citizens, taking photographs without consent, and violating Charter rights. Several incidents have reportedly occurred in which a North Huron bylaw enforcement officer requested that the OPP attend with them at a resident’s home. Homeowners directed […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Across North Huron and surrounding communities, more residents are posting “No Trespassing” signs and warning municipal officials that they expect their private property rights to be respected. For many, the signs represent more than a property boundary—they represent a growing frustration with what they see as increasingly aggressive municipal enforcement. Several residents […]
Video supports George Brent Mills’ position that he was defending himself—not attacking Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer (Wingham, North Huron) — For months, George Mills carried the stigma of being publicly arrested and charged over the February 17, 2026 altercation involving North Huron Deputy Reeve Kevin Falconer. NOTE: Those seeking comments/interviews with Mr. Mills can contact […]
(Wingham, North Huron) — North Huron Council is poised to consider a recommendation that would prohibit an entire category of public events from taking place on Township-owned property. A report on the July 6 Council agenda recommends that Council prohibit the permitting of “Bring Your Own” outdoor public events on municipal property. If approved, staff […]
“When even the police won’t talk to the police, what chance does the public have?” (Wingham, North Huron) The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has closed its investigation into the March 4, 2026 arrest of (redacted), concluding there are no reasonable grounds to lay criminal charges against the Ontario Provincial Police officer whose knee likely fractured […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Police, Municipal Staff, Superior Court & Ombudsman are all on “high alert” in response to an attempted “insurrection”. Security guards now screen anyone attempting to approach council chambers, and to make sure the Public/Press don’t approach or question North Huron council or senior staff. Legal experts agree, what is happening in North […]
Citizen Journalist Sues City of Pickering, Mayor, Council Members & Police Board Over Council Meeting Ban – North Huron Facing Similar Prospect (PICKERING, ON) A controversial trespass notice issued during a public City of Pickering council meeting has now escalated into a major constitutional lawsuit seeking $500,000 in damages and a court ruling that parts […]
(Wingham, North Huron) North Huron council is now holding meetings in person as required by law. To date, no lawful justification or authority has been cited for the suspension of Democracy since February 19th by current CAO Nelson Santos. During this time, North Huron decided to sell off the museum building without any public consultation, […]
(Wingham, North Huron) After months of controversy, public debate, virtual meetings, and growing frustration from residents, North Huron Council is scheduled to return to an in-person council meeting on June 1st. Many citizens are calling it one of the most important municipal meetings in recent memory. Attendance is expected to be exceptionally high as residents […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Parents across the region are demanding that the Avon Maitland District School Board finally abandon outdated “zero tolerance” thinking that many say punishes victims while bullies continue unchecked. Numerous parents have come forward alleging that students at F.E. Madill Secondary School and other area schools are punished when they finally defend themselves […]