Last week’s announcement that the emergency rooms at both the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals would be reopening to full 24-hour service – Walkerton on May 9 and Chesley in June (tentative date – June 16) – was seen by the Friends of the Walkerton and Chesley Hospitals group as a triumph.
Brockton council approves zero-tolerance approach to municipal alcohol policy
Council approved a staff recommendation to implement a zero-tolerance approach to the municipality’s alcohol policy regarding alcohol in arena dressing rooms.
Elston presents report on code of conduct complaint
Brockton’s integrity commissioner, Harold Elston, was thanked for his investigation into a code of conduct complaint against Coun. James Lang, and commended for his thorough report.
Council approves dissolving Walkerton BIA
Brockton council has accepted the recommendation of staff to begin the process of dissolving the Walkerton Business Improvement Area (BIA).
Bird hobbyists and owners of backyard flocks alerted to danger of avian influenza
Huron-Kinloss council members want members of the public to be made aware of a serious issue that could have a devastating impact on local poultry producers.
NWMO updates Huron-Kinloss council on Property Value Protection program
Justin Wallbott of the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO), accompanied by Tareq Al-Zabet and Michael Pahor, attended the April 20 meeting of Huron-Kinloss council to provide an overview of NWMO’s Property Value Protection (PVP) program.
Walkerton Hawks defeat Midland in overtime
April 23 marked the start of the Tier II playoff round against the Midland Flyers at the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre in Alliston. The Hawks won 5-4 in overtime.
New Millennium Quilters Guild present veterans with Quilts of Valour
Five military veterans were each presented with a special gift during a ceremony at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Walkerton on Saturday, April 23.
Consultant Carol De Rosie speaks with Bruce County’s executive committee
Consultant Carol De Rosie addressed Bruce County council’s executive committee at the April 21 meeting on the matter of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s (SBGHC) nursing shortage.
Integrity commissioner presents report at Brockton council meeting
It’s a busy time for Brockton, reflected in a full agenda at Tuesday night’s council meeting.
PLAY REVIEW: After a two-year delay, ‘Four Weddings and an Elvis’ hits the Victoria Jubilee Hall stage
It was worth the wait. Two years ago, County Towne Players were two weeks away from their dress rehearsal for the comedy Four Weddings and an Elvis by Nancy Frick.
Walkerton pilot has trespassing charge thrown out
Pilot Phil Englishman has had the latest charge of trespassing at Saugeen Municipal Airport thrown out.
Grey-Bruce MOH: Higher COVID numbers not reflected in hospitalizations
Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health (MOH) for Grey-Bruce, commented on the COVID-19 situation during the April 22 meeting of the board of health.
Walkerton hospital ER set to reopen on May 9
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) announced Tuesday that the emergency department in Walkerton will resume 24-hour service, effective Monday, May 9.
South Bruce OPP presents annual report to Huron-Kinloss Township
South Bruce OPP detachment commander Krista Miller presented the 2021 year-end review to Huron-Kinloss council at the April 4 meeting.
