The 2022 municipal election is shaping up to be a contentious one in a number of areas – two- and three-way races for mayor and deputy mayor are the rule, with Brockton and Arran-Elderslie being the exceptions.
Mayor Chris Peabody focuses on keeping dialogue open
Mayor Chris Peabody spent a busy few days at the AMO (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) conference, hosted by the City of Ottawa Aug. 14-17.
Paisley holds ‘closing night party’ for its bridge
A closing night party is always a celebration that’s bittersweet – the successful run of a great show, combined with the knowledge it’s been seen for the last time.
Developer given two-year extension on draft plan of subdivision
Council approved an application from Barry’s Construction and Insulation Ltd. to extend the draft plan of subdivision that’s due to lapse.
More booster pump woes at Walker West
During the Aug. 9 council meeting, Mayor Chris Peabody provided an update on the booster pump situation in Walker West Estates.
Market Garden Park tender comes in at over double the estimate
Tender results for Market Garden Park were not what council had hoped for, to put it mildly. However, a revised version of the project is moving ahead.
Dirt Pigs celebrate 40th anniversary in style
With 73 teams registered in five divisions – three men’s divisions with 49 teams, and two women’s divisions with 24 teams, Pigstock 2022 was a resounding success.
Bruce County asked to help sponsor 2023 Ontario Tankard/Scotties in Saugeen Shores
Doug Flowers, event chair for the 2023 Ontario Tankard/Scotties curling championship in Saugeen Shores, made a presentation to Bruce County council requesting sponsorship for this year’s event.
Children’s safety village teaches key lesson – children’s safety: priceless!
Al Leach, vice-president of Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village, began his presentation at the Aug. 4 meeting of Bruce County council, with a question: “If you could make a difference in the life of a child – would you?”
Pigstock returns this weekend
After three long years of battling COVID, Pigstock is back this weekend, Aug. 12-14, celebrating its 40th anniversary in a huge way.
Peabody concerned about rising construction costs, drop in building applications
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s disappointed with the tender results for construction of Market Garden Park.
Splash!
Oliver Huber and Lilli Popiez cool off at the Centennial Park splash pad – a popular destination for the younger set, as well as a few parents, during the recent heat wave.
Bruce County responds to changes to cost of education in awarding bursaries
The County of Bruce provides $5,400 annually in awards and bursaries to local students. The scholarships and awards bylaw update was presented to the county’s corporate services committee Aug. 4.
Bruce County council hears update on paramedicine program
There aren’t many bright and innovative lights in today’s local health-care system. One that’s making a real difference is the Community Paramedicine Program.
Bruce County approves three more years for Municipal Innovation Council
Bruce County council’s executive committee has approved extending the memorandum of understanding with the Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) until Dec. 31, 2025 – a three-year extension.
