TEESWATER - Guests gathered among blooming lavender fields and live music on the evening of July 13 as Flavours of South Bruce returned for its fourth year at Essentially Lavender in Teeswater.
Sacred Heart students bike 427 kilometres through Quebec for outdoor education program
WALKERTON - From June 4 to 12, 17 students from Sacred Heart High School’s (SHHS) Genesis program biked 427 kilometres across Quebec as part of a year-end experiential education trip.
Bruce County kicks off countdown to 2026 International Plowing Match
FORMOSA - Community members from across Bruce and Grey counties gathered in Formosa on June 28 to celebrate the official kickoff for the 2026 International Plowing Match (IPM), which will be held on Lang Farms, just west of Walkerton.
Sacred Heart student earns national bronze at Skills Canada
WALKERTON - Sacred Heart High School (SHHS) student Nathan Stevenson brought home bronze from the Skills Canada National Competition after competing in the Cabinetmaking category against top high school talent from across the country.
Bluewater board wraps up school year with updates, recognitions and budget approval
CHESLEY - Bluewater District School Board wrapped up the 2024–2025 school year during its final regular board meeting on June 17, featuring updates on student activities, strategic planning and staffing changes.
Young athletes participate at annual BWDSB track meet
The East Ridge Community School in Owen Sound hosts the annual Bluewater Elementary Sport Council (BESC) east track and field meet, with grade 7-8 students participating on June 17 and grades 4-6 on June 18.
Formosa Lions Father’s Day breakfast
The Formosa Lions offered a Father’s Day breakfast on June 15 at the Formosa Community Centre, serving a selection of breakfast items including pancakes, eggs, bacon, toast and more.
Saugeen Hospice annual garage sale
The Saugeen Hospice had their annual garage sale on June 13 at the Walkerton Agriculture Building.
Students award $5,000 to local women’s shelter through YPI program
WALKERTON - Two Grade 10 students from Walkerton’s Sacred Heart Highschool (SHHS) have put forward a $5,000 grant for the women’s shelter serving Grey-Bruce through the Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI), a classroom-based program aimed at teaching students about community issues and charity work.
Formosa Lions donation to Saugeen Hospice
The Formosa Lions Club donate the earnings from their Mother’s Day Breakfast to Saugeen Hospice.
Bluewater parent committee supports student tech, inclusion and community at June district school board meeting
CHESLEY - A recent meeting of the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) included updates on student technology, inclusive programming and learning continuity - initiatives first discussed by the Parent Involvement Committee, which met on May 12.
Birthing centre honours late nurse with donation-funded additions
WALKERTON - Family, friends and former co-workers of the late nurse Debbie Jacques gathered at the RJ Creighton Birthing Centre on June 7 to view several new items purchased in her memory through a generous donation fund.
Walkerton and District Optimist Club bike rodeo
The Walkerton and District Optimist Club hosted a bike safety rodeo for children on June 7 in the Sacred Heart Church parking lot, teaching bike safety to youth
WDCS to honour student’s initiative with Hoops for Heart fundraiser
WALKERTON - A student-led fundraiser at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) is moving ahead in honour of its late organizer, Olivia Rourke, who was one of the students lost in the recent accident.
