The recognition of being the 2021 recipient of the Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award is gratifying to Connor Maxwell.
Local fly-fishing enthusiast seeks heritage status for Saugeen River
Jack Serre is a man on a mission – to raise the status of the Saugeen River system to Heritage River status.
Fashion show gives boost to Market Garden project
Christine Brandt of the Market Garden committee accepts a cheque from Susan Wright of Amazing Assets for $1,000, proceeds from the in-store fashion show held April 28. (Below) The gala evening included door prizes, refreshments, and an “amazing” opportunity to view the latest in lingerie, cruise wea
Brockton looking at potential buyer for industrial land
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s pleased at the response from a nuclear supplier who sent a representative to view industrial land Brockton has available in East Ridge Business Park.
Games Day event raises over $3,000 for Ukraine
Peter and Jo-Ann Carter are pleased to announce that Saturday’s Games Day at the Knights of Columbus Hall between Walkerton and Mildmay raised over $3,000 to help the people of Ukraine.
Lang running for deputy mayor
Coun. James Lang has decided to throw his hat in the ring and announced his decision to run for the position of deputy mayor in Brockton.
Friends of the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals: mission accomplished
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.
