WALKERTON – “Bait and switch” is an old and less-than-ethical technique – someone shows the customer a quality item at a good price, but when they take the bait, they discover the deal has changed – higher price, lower quality and/or hidden costs.
Bruce County’s homelessness response system under increasing pressure
WALKERTON – Bruce County is seeing an unprecedented growth in demand for emergency housing and associated expenditures, according to a report presented by Ian Hanney, director of human services, to Bruce County council on Sept. 17.
Joel Pletch named Home Hardware best young retailer in central Canada
WALKERTON – Joel Pletch, dealer-owner of Walkerton Home Hardware, has been named Best Young Retailer, Central Region, in Home Hardware’s 2026 “Proud of My Home” Achievement Awards.
Finding other kids to play with besides the bully
The insanity continues – Canada is apparently at war, but at the same time, not at war.
County and SON hold memorable third annual joint meeting
WAKERTON – The third annual joint meeting between the council of the County of Bruce, and the councils of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation (Neyaashiinigmiing) and the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation who, together, make up Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), took place on July 31.
New system could reduce fire calls, allow better prioritizing of medical calls
WALKERTON – On Oct. 14, the Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS) will be implemented through the London Central Ambulance Communications Centre.
Hydro One – bringing power to IPM 2026
WALKERTON – The first physical indicator for the location of IPM 2026 was the large sign just west of Walkerton. The second indicator that the event was beginning to take shape was the appearance of hydro poles and lines during the latter part of August.
SVCA passes 2.5 per cent budget increase amid ongoing amalgamation discussions
FORMOSA – Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) directors passed – unanimously – the 2027 budget, at the Sept. 17 meeting.
Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match
WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.
New local bookstore opens in Walkerton
WALKERTON - Alie Leeder and Nathan Wardrop have just launched the first chapter of what promises to be a thoroughly enjoyable story - Foxglove Bookshop, at 419 Durham St. East (close to Joy Source for Sports).
Council directs staff to erect ‘pedestrian-active’ signage on Scott Street
WALKERTON – Scott Street in Walkerton will be getting new signs to make drivers aware that the area gets a lot of pedestrian use, but otherwise, will remain as it is unless conditions change.
Hanover water tower replaced
GOING, GOING... – The old Hanover water tower near the hospital served the community very well for decades...
Board of Health begins process of new strategic plan
OWEN SOUND – The Grey-Bruce Board of Health has started the process of preparing for a new strategic plan.
Board of Health begins process of new strategic plan
OWEN SOUND – The Grey-Bruce Board of Health has started the process of preparing for a new strategic plan.
Brockton supports Kincardine’s data centre position
WALKERTON – Brockton council voted to add its voice to Kincardine and Bruce County in commenting on data centres.
