David Kuntz, of Walkerton, was one of several individuals who took time to donate blood at the Canadian Blood Services blood donor clinic on Friday, Nov. 18 at Maitland River Community Church. It was his 74th time donating blood, something he feels is important because there is a large demand for bl
Salvation Army Wingham kicks off annual Christmas Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army Wingham kicked off its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign in style with a launch event at the Salvation Army Church on Friday, Nov. 18.
Mayor Goetz hoping to grow South Bruce, bring community together
Newly elected South Bruce Mayor Mark Goetz made one thing very clear during his inaugural address on Nov. 15 – he wants to grow and unite the community.
Another slow month for home sales in Brockton
Home sales in Brockton continue to slow.
Uniting the community
South Bruce is, by all appearances, a community that is divided.
Bruce-Grey Catholic schools to move to remote learning if CUPE strike moves forward
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) has announced plans to shift students to remote learning starting Monday, Nov. 21 if the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and the province are unable to reach a deal.
Refrigeration issue leads to three-day closure of Teeswater arena
The recreation department is reporting that a potentially costly situation at the Teeswater-Culross Community Centre’s (TCCC) refrigeration plant last month will not be that costly after all.
Goetz recognizes outgoing council members
At the final South Bruce council meeting of the 2018-22 term on Nov. 8, mayor-elect Mark Goetz took a few moments to recognize and thank outgoing members of council for their contributions to the municipality.
South Bruce pondering increases to building permit fees
Council is considering increasing the price of building permit fees in the Municipality of South Bruce.
Be wary of the unknown caller
In August 2021, I wrote a piece for the Listowel Banner about the rise in scams and frauds across Ontario during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Proposed M-T Official Plan amendments would allow for ARUs
A public meeting was held on Nov. 1 at the Morris-Turnberry municipal office to discuss proposed changes to the Morris-Turnberry Official Plan and zoning bylaw.
Morris-Turnberry mayor thanks councillors, staff, media for support during past four years
At the conclusion of the Nov. 1 Morris-Turnberry council meeting – the final meeting of the current term of council – Mayor Jamie Heffer took a moment to thank councillors, staff and the media for their support during the past four years.
Local EQAO results mixed compared to provincial average
It was a mixed bag of results for local schools when it comes to the Education Quality and Accountability Officer (EQAO) test results.
Wakerton U13 Rep D topples West Grey
The Walkerton U13 Rep D team hosted West Grey on Sunday evening at the Walkerton arena, skating away with a 7-4 victory.
Walkerton U13 LL #2 drops close game to Minto
The Walkerton Capitals U13 LL #2 squad hosted the Minto Mad Dogs on Sunday evening. Despite a comeback in the third period, the Capitals came up short, dropping a 4-3 decision. The two teams will meet again on Thursday night in Palmerston. Pictured: (Left) Walkerton goalie Ian Schmidt makes a sprawl
