For the second consecutive year, council costs in Morris-Turnberry came in well under budget.
South Bruce says ‘no’ to backyard chickens
Chickens will not be allowed in the backyards of urban areas of South Bruce, for now.
Maple syrup season officially underway
The chilly conditions didn’t keep maple syrup enthusiasts away on Friday, Feb. 24, as about 40 people gathered at Hoover’s Maple Syrup operation on Line 78 north of Atwood for the ceremonial first tree tapping of the season.
Wingham U13LL win OT thriller over Minto
The Wingham Ironmen U13 LL squad hosted the Minto Mad Dogs on Saturday afternoon for a WOAA Silver South Group playoff game. Minto got out in front early, leading 2-0, but the Ironmen fought back to tie the game in the third period. After three periods, the score remained tied 2-2, sending the game
Morris-Turnberry extends deal with NWMO
Council has elected to extend an agreement with the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) that provides funding to the municipality to offer to residents to help them gain transferable skills and education.
Morris-Turnberry council approves purchase of new public works truck
Everyone loves a good deal, and Morris-Turnberry council is no exception.
Developer intends to withdraw appeal to OLT
A local developer has expressed his intent to withdraw his appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT).
McCallum proposes honorary name for Highway 4
Jamie McCallum would like to see Huron County’s veterans recognized for their sacrifices and service by giving Highway 4 (London Road) an honorary name.
Capitals U13LL, Minto battle to 1-1 tie
The Walkerton Capitals U13 LL #1 team travelled to Palmerston on Feb. 23 for a playoff game against the Minto Mad Dogs. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. As of Feb. 27, the Capitals sit in third-place in the six-team WOAA Silver South group with three games remaining. (Above) Axel Schuler’s first period
It’s just a game
When I was a kid, I had big dreams of playing in the National Hockey League. Most Canadian kids do.
Council approves Mildmay Minor Ball request for diamond upgrades
Council has approved a request from the Mildmay Minor Ball Association that will allow the organization to field hardball teams in the U15 age group and beyond.
South Bruce approves 2023 budget
South Bruce taxpayers will be paying an extra 6.67 per cent in property taxes this year with approval, in principle, of the 2023 budget.
World Day of Prayer set for March 3 in Walkerton
The invitation is out for everyone – men, women, and children of all ages – to join the 2023 World Day of Prayer as we celebrate the theme “I Have Heard About Your Faith,” based on Ephesians 1: 15-19.
Keeping the status quo the right call
As humans, we are not a fan of change in general.
Being first isn’t always best
As our friends on the Crave TV show Letterkenny like to say, “Bad gas travels fast in a small town.”
