BROCKTON – The number of military veterans who are homeless touched the hearts of two local musicians with military connections, Tom Traversy and Pat “PJ Mack” McNinch.
Council welcomes news of hospital ER reopening
BROCKTON – After five months, residents of Brockton will once again be able to go to the emergency department at Walkerton hospital during nighttime hours.
Gone fishin’ – Elmwood fishing derby reels ‘em in
ELMWOOD – The weather couldn’t have been better for the annual fishing derby hosted by the…
County launches affordable housing toolkit
BRUCE COUNTY – Staff have been working with a consulting firm to develop the affordable housing toolkit.
Walkerton’s ER restored to 24/7 service
GREY-BRUCE – The highlight of last week’s meeting of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) board of directors was the restoration of full 24-hour service of the Walkerton hospital’s emergency department, effective May 9.
PBJ Cleaning Depot: More than just cleaning supplies
PBJ Cleaning Depot Group has just taken ownership of a new store, the former Kitsupply Depot at 255 Ridout St., Walkerton (near the Styrofoam recycling station on the southwest side of town).
Recognition important to recipient of 2021 Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award
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.
