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.
First council meeting of 2022 contains good news for Brockton
Mayor Chris Peabody noted prior to Tuesday night’s council meeting that the agenda contained some “good news” stories – a great start to the new year.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre copes with provincewide surgery ‘ramp-down’
Measures are being taken to alleviate the staffing shortage that forced cuts to service at the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals just after Christmas, said South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) CEO Michael Barrett.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre welcomes first baby of 2022
Jessica and Christopher Barnes of Kincardine are the proud parents of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s first baby of 2022, Robert “Robbie” Anthony Barnes.
Walkerton Hawks’ newest player scores twice against Hanover
The Walkerton Hawks played back-to-back games against the Hanover Barons, winning 3-0 on Dec. 28 in Hanover and almost doing it again on home ice Sunday, Jan. 2.
Bruce County completes capital road, bridge projects in 2021
In the final meeting of 2021, Bruce County’s transportation and environmental services committee reviewed a report on capital projects for the year.
Hospital situation still not resolved as Brockton deals with new COVID measures
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody met Tuesday morning with his municipality’s emergency group.
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week 2022 goes virtual for the second year
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week, Jan. 4-11, 2022 is a go, thanks to the communications technology wizards from CTRE Productions. The only thing missing will be the wonderful scent of roast beef at the Elmwood Community Centre.
2021 marked by success for Brockton
The year 2021 was a busy one for Brockton despite COVID-19.
Hanover hospital prepares for more patients due to Walkerton ER overnight closure
The overnight closure of Walkerton’s emergency room will have ripple effects.
Peabody doesn’t want to see Walkerton hospital ‘shortchanged’
Mayor Chris Peabody still hasn’t heard back from Ontario Health regarding the overnight closure of the Walkerton hospital’s emergency room.
