Wingham Free Press
(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) A week ago, members of the public noticed that the entrance memorial at the soccer fields—honouring the Fallen of the World Wars—was missing. Seniors and some Legion members expressed outrage and disgust that the memorial had been removed or stolen. Those seeking answers are advised to contact North Huron CAO Nelson Santos […]
(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 […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Public outrage continues after the Ontario Provincial Police confirmed no charges are currently being laid in the horrific incident involving a student severely burned at F.E. Madill Secondary School. Community members are asking how an investigation can be considered complete while the victim reportedly remains unable to fully speak for himself. Critics […]
(Wingham, North Huron) Democracy in Canada does not belong to a CAO. It does not belong to a clerk, a police officer, or a politician. Council chambers are supposed to be a sacred democratic space where the public can observe, question, criticize, and hold elected officials accountable. That right does not disappear because a municipal […]