Many families in the area will be having a warmer Christmas thanks to the knitting skills of people who donated enough mittens, scarves, hats, socks and baby blankets to cover the Walkerton Herald-Times Christmas “knittin’” tree – and then some! Here, Molly Clark-Hurley of the Bruce County’s human s
Brockton to seek MZO for high-density residential development
A busy council agenda Tuesday evening included one report that spells good news for people desperate for affordable housing.
Province doubles OCIF grant to Brockton
The provincial government recently announced it is more than doubling the Ontario Communities Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) grant from 2021, providing almost $17 million to help build and repair infrastructure across Huron-Bruce.
Ombudsman releases report on Saugeen Municipal Airport
Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé has posted findings involving the Saugeen Municipal Airport Commission (SMAC) regarding public meetings.
Rising COVID numbers a concern in Grey-Bruce
Dr. Ian Arra, Grey-Bruce medical officer of health, is echoing provincial recommendations for all employers in the region to allow staff to work from home wherever it’s possible.
Community thanks Walkerton hospital staff with special gift
The staff of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Walkerton, received a special Christmas present from Brockton service clubs - Walkerton Kinettes, Walkerton Kinsmen, Walkerton and District Optimist Club, Walkerton Rotary Club, Walkerton Agricultural Society and Chepstow Lions Club.
Huron-Kinloss council receives funding request from Pine River Watershed Initiative Network
David Grant made a presentation on behalf of the Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN), including a request for financial support from council.
Hawks gear up for three-game weekend
Kincardine may have won 5-2 against the Hawks on Friday night, Dec. 3, but it wasn’t an easy victory.
Kincardine CT scanner project construction awaits ministry approval
The Kincardine CT scanner project continues to await ministry approval for construction to begin, said South Bruce Grey Health Centre CEO Michael Barrett in his update to the board of directors last week.
Sacred Heart High School holds successful food drive
Tom Kittel, shop and automotive teacher at Sacred Heart High School in Walkerton, and his class made sure Kittel’s last Christmas food drive for the Walkerton and District Food Bank as a member of the school staff was a good one. Kittel is retiring at the end of January. While participating in the s
IN PHOTOS – Formosa Country Christmas 2021
Formosa Country Christmas 2021, on Dec. 2-5, was more than a spectacular village-wide display of lights and decorations – it was an absolute delight for everyone fortunate enough to visit. There was more to see at the park – amid the sparkling lights, there were frolicking polar bears, the merry res
Walkerton Tim Hortons team member wins regional Tim Cup Challenge
Danielle Zomer has been employed at the Walkerton Tim Hortons restaurant on and off since 2011.
No development charges for Brockton – yet
Mayor Chris Peabody was among the majority of Bruce County council members who voted against county development charges (DCs).
Council votes against county development charges
When it was put to a recorded vote, the majority of council decided against implementing county development charges (DCs) that would have generated almost $31 million in revenue.
Bruce County council defers decision on grant for hospice ‘south build’
Bruce County council’s executive committee voted to defer the matter of a grant to Saugeen Hospice.
