The winter storm that rolled in mid-February hit the area with a ferocity that hasn’t been seen in quite some time according to representatives of the Huron, Perth and Bruce Public Works departments, resulting in significant efforts to keep roads open where possible.
PJHL playoffs start with Capitals, Ironmen trailing in series
The Provincial Junior Hockey League North Pollock Division season officially came to an end earlier this month with playoffs for the Schmalz Cup starting on Feb. 19.
SVCA budget highlights presented to Brockton Council
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) General Manager/Secretary Treasurer Erik Downing presented the highlights of the authority’s 2025 budget to the Council of the Municipality of Brockton, including a significant increase as a result of a wage comparison study.
South Bruce Council eyes new voter-driven method for selecting deputy mayor
The deputy mayor position in South Bruce may be decided more democratically in the next municipal election as South Bruce Council is set to consider a new selection method in the near future.
Brockton councillors still concerned about police costs
Council members of the Municipality of Brockton are still concerned about the increasing price of Ontario Provincial Police coverage despite a presentation from the Municipal Policing Bureau (MPB) of the OPP.
Brockton to fly Irish flag
To honour Irish Heritage Month, the Celtic Academy Canada organization requested that an Irish flag be raised at the Brockton municipal office for the first week of March, which raised some questions at Brockton’s Feb. 11 council meeting.
Winter takes toll on South Bruce resources, public works equipment Heavy snowfall, drifting drains salt and sand reserves
South Bruce, alongside its neighbouring communities, is in the midst of a significant winter season that has strained supplies and equipment in South Bruce according to Public Works Manager of Operations Stu Moffat.
Winterfest set to return to Mildmay
The fifth annual Getränk Winterfest at Harley’s Pub and Perk will be held on Feb. 22 at the restaurant, showcasing local beer and spirits.
2023 Mildmay Homecoming brings in over $800,000 Board donates more than $270,000 to local efforts
After hosting what organizers called an extremely successful event, The Mildmay 2023 Homecoming Committee was, at its own request, dissolved during the Feb. 11 South Bruce Council Meeting.
Airport economic development plan questioned by Kuhnke
While some members of the Municipality of Brockton Council were excited to see progress on economic development at the Saugeen Municipal Airport, Coun. Carl Kuhnke had serious concerns regarding the funding of the initiatives.
Brockton looks to renegotiate agreement on airport cost-sharing
After being rebuffed in its suggestion that the three owners of the Saugeen Municipal Airport consider selling the site, the Council of the Municipality of Brockton is seeking to revisit the cost-sharing with fellow ownership partners Hanover and West Grey.
South Bruce strikes new Recreation Team
South Bruce’s three-member Recreation Team, including Manager of Recreation and Facilities Shawnette Crouse and Councillors Ron Schnurr and Mike Niesen, was set during the municipal council’s Feb. 11 meeting.
Property association looks to work with council
The Lake Rosalind Property Owners Association (LRPOA), representing 182 households around the waterway, is looking to work with the municipality to address issues its members are having.
South Bruce split on development charges, defers decision
The continuing process of creating and possibly implementing development charges has been put on hold as South Bruce Council members consider options for the controversial issue.
New group now owns Foodmart, including previous owners
While local shoppers and neighbouring business owners have aired some concerns about the future of the Mildmay Foodmart, the owners of the business, including someone new coming to the table, have bright plans for the grocery store for the future.
