The county’s 2022 budget came before council a second time at its Oct. 21 meeting. It became clear during discussion there is still work to be done – not so much on paring back numbers, but on ensuring there is enough funding to get needed infrastructure work done.
Huron-Kinloss council expresses concern over county development charges, Good Growth discussion paper
Council expressed concerns over county matters that will impact municipalities, beginning with county development charges and the Good Growth discussion paper.
Walkerton Hawks return to home ice this Friday night
The Walkerton Hawks played two away games on the weekend, both ending in losses.
‘Fall Into Christmas’ vendors’ market a success
The Walkerton Agricultural Society’s “Fall Into Christmas” vendors’ market Oct. 16 at the Walkerton Agricultural Building offered shoppers a chance to get a jump start on Christmas gift buying, a little something to pamper themselves, or a look at home décor items for the holidays.
Bruce County council takes first look at 2022 budget
County council had its first look at the 2022 draft budget, along with projections for 2022-2026, during the Oct. 14 corporate services meeting.
Launch Pad offers hands-on introduction to skilled trades
Launch Pad offers area youth a hands-on introduction to careers in technology and the skilled trades.
Bruce County reps make presentation on Natural Heritage Legacy
Jack Van Dorp and Kristen Harrison from the County of Bruce gave a presentation to Brockton council on Natural Legacy.
Huron-Kinloss joins Brockton in expressing concern over Good Growth discussion paper
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s gearing up for Thursday’s special meeting of Bruce County council, during which the new Official Plan will be discussed.
Group opposed to vaccine restrictions gathers in Walkerton
A group of protesters gathered in downtown Walkerton on Oct. 12 to state their case in favour of choice when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine. They are opposed to provincial restrictions prohibiting unvaccinated adults from entering various places including restaurants and recreation facilities.
First course at Brockton Regional Training Centre dubbed ‘huge success’
Oct. 9 marked the completion of the inaugural NFPA Firefighter 1 course at the Brockton Regional Training Centre in partnership with the Bruce Power Fire Training Facility.
Saugeen Municipal Airport to fly the flags of Brockton, Hanover and West Grey
Representatives of the three municipalities that operate Saugeen Municipal Airport gathered at the airport’s office and restaurant on Saturday, Oct. 16 to present the flags of Brockton, Hanover and West Grey.
Proposed amendments to source protection plan address fuel storage and salt use
Proposed amendments to the approved source protection plan and assessment reports for the Saugeen, Grey Sauble, and Northern Bruce Peninsula source protection region are now available for review and comment.
Huron-Kinloss records all-time high numbers in building report
Mayor Mitch Twolan noted that this year to date, the number of new residences is 75, which is an all-time high for the township.
Walkerton Hawks claim their first win of the season
A chippy game against the Goderich Flyers gave the Walkerton Hawks their first win of the season – a 9-4 victory on home ice on Oct. 8.
Animal rights activists hold peaceful vigil outside Hanover turkey plant
“Turkeys are sentient beings,” said Jenn Deighan-Schenk, one of a group of animal rights activists who held a vigil on Oct. 8 outside the Hanover turkey processing plant for the turkeys killed for Thanksgiving.
