SOUTH BRUCE - The unofficial list of candidates for the 2026 South Bruce municipal election remains sparse as of early July, with only a handful of people having filed nomination papers and several council positions still without candidates.
Council advised to extend insurance
TEESWATER - A six-month insurance policy extension was recommended to South Bruce council after reviewed options for adjusting the municipality’s insurance renewal cycle found that an 18-month term would likely not be workable across all coverages.
South Bruce approves payment for drainage project omitted from budgets
TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved payment of a $140,525.42 invoice for drainage improvement work on the Metcalfe-Wright Municipal Drain after staff reported the expense had been left out of the municipality’s capital budgets following an oversight.
South Bruce to temporarily borrow reserve funds for growth-related infrastructure projects
TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved the temporary use of municipal reserve funds to help finance nearly $472,000 in growth-related infrastructure costs while waiting for future development charge revenue to be collected.
South Bruce reports nearly 17 years of landfill capacity remaining
TEESWATER - South Bruce has about 17 years of remaining capacity across its two municipal landfill sites.
South Bruce welcomes new recreation and facilities manager
TEESWATER - South Bruce council has welcomed a new manager to lead the municipality’s recreation and facilities department as work continues on several projects.
Outdated website adds to frustration over BMO closures
BRUCE COUNTY - The Bank of Montreal (BMO) branches in Walkerton, Mildmay and Teeswater have now closed, leaving customers in three Bruce County communities travelling to Hanover for in-person banking services, while some residents say the transition has been confusing and difficult.
WDCS students raise more than $5,000 for Saugeen Hospice at first-ever “Hop for Hospice”
WALKERTON - Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) Elementary raised more than $5,000 for hospice care during a first-time fundraiser that combined physical activity, pledges and community support, school officials say.
BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement
HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover.
Walkerton students mark end of mental health running program with 5K event
WALKERTON - Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) crossed the finish line this week as they wrapped up a 12-week mental health running program with a community celebration run.
Board reviews strategic plan progress
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.
BWDSB honours community members and student achievement at year end meeting
CHESLEY - The recognition of student success and community involvement took place at the final Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) meeting of the 2025-2026 school year on Tuesday, June 16.
Student Senate reflects on busy year of achievement and initiatives
CHESLEY - Student leaders delivered a wide-ranging update on activities across secondary schools, including athletics, arts, science competitions, fundraising efforts and student-led awareness work at the June 15 Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) final meeting of the year.
Outgoing student trustees thanked, provide final reports at BGCDSB meeting
HANOVER - The Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) marked a change in student leadership during its June 15 meeting.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre is gearing up for the annual meeting of the board of directors on June 17, at the Elmwood Community Centre.
Cody Russwurm celebrates the grand opening of the second Cody’s Egg Shack storefront at 1200 Yonge Street in Walkerton on June 6.
