“We have an action plan,” said Michael Barrett, CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC). “Now we have to see results.”
‘We want the ER open’: Local group meets with MPPs to discuss service cuts at Walkerton, Chesley hospitals
A group of local citizens has gotten together for the sole purpose of getting the emergency departments at the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals open for full 24-hour service.
Brockton reports strong residential growth in 2021
Among the items on the agenda at Brockton’s first council meeting of the new year was a very encouraging report from the building and planning manager, Dieter Weltz.
Bruce County Library’s bookmobile project due to launch in 2022
Brooke McLean, director of the Bruce County Library, told Brockton council that the long-awaited bookmobile project is close to completion.
Victoria Jubilee Hall asks for $25,000 from municipality
A delegation consisting of Bob McCulloch, Henry Simpson and Robin Zettel presented the annual report on Victoria Jubilee Hall to council on Jan. 11.
Staff at Bruce County’s long-term care homes to follow provincial regulations
Mayor Chris Peabody, who chairs the county’s long-term care board of management, raised an issue at last week’s meeting of Bruce County council meeting regarding staffing.
Grey-Bruce MOH reports shift in focus to ‘slowing the progress of the pandemic’
Dr. Ian Arra, Grey-Bruce medical officer of health (MOH), presented a COVID-19 update to Bruce County council on Thursday, Jan. 13, focusing on “significant changes” caused by the Omicron variant which is spreading at a much higher rate than previous forms of the virus.
Saugeen Conservation presents 2022 budget to Brockton council
Jennifer Stephens, general manager of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SCVA), made a presentation to Brockton council Jan. 11 on the SVCA’s 2022 budget.
Brockton council to move ahead with third-party review on nursing shortage at South Bruce Grey Health Centre
Brockton council is moving ahead with the third-party review of the nursing shortage issue at South Bruce Grey Health Centre.
Fire forces evacuation of seniors’ building in Walkerton
There were no injuries reported in a fire at 401 Cayley St. the night of Wednesday, Jan. 12 into Thursday morning.
Weather co-operates – Brockton’s ice oval, ski trail are open
Mark Coleman, director of community services, got his wish. The weekend’s very cold temperatures were perfect for the opening of the skating oval and the new cross-country ski trail.
Fish Tails & Story Trails – more than the name is unique
It took Brian Austin, owner of Fish Tails & Story Trails in Walkerton, a bit of effort to come up with a good name for his business.
Mass vaccination clinics to close Jan. 21
As of the beginning of the week, Grey Bruce Health Unit was reporting 67 new cases of COVID-19 in the previous 24 hours, spread fairly evenly across the area.
Best tobaggan hill ever
Whether your “toboggan” is a snowboard, flying saucer, magic carpet, sled or even a traditional toboggan, the Centennial Park hill in Walkerton is the place to be, as this group of snow enthusiasts proved.
Hanover council passes resolution on Walkerton hospital situation
The Town of Hanover has passed a resolution to formally request the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care work with South Bruce Grey Health Centre to find an immediate solution to its staffing shortages.
