WALKERTON - Sam Dinsmore, director of corporate services, presented a report (for information) to Bruce County Council on Jan. 22.
County submits comments on Rural Action Plan
WALKERTON - Bruce County Council voted to submit comments, as amended, to the federal government, which is seeking input on improving rural programs.
Mike Crawford appointed Brockton’s new councillor
WALKERTON - Brockton has a new member of council, appointed at a special meeting on Jan. 22.
Therapy dogs help students deal with exam-time stress
WALKERTON - Exam time means stress for many high school students.
Walkerton Jail opening ‘going ahead’: Brockton mayor
TORONTO - The news from the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto is mixed, but Mayor Chris Peabody had one major piece of positive information – the Walkerton jail will be reopening.
January is Crime Stoppers Month: be part of the solution
There are a lot of reasons why people hesitate to call the police to report a crime, but they mostly fit into two categories – fear of somebody finding out who made the call, and not wanting to get involved.
Hutchinson acclaimed to second term as SVCA board chair
FORMOSA - Tom Hutchinson, one of two representatives for West Grey on the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors, has been acclaimed to a second term as chair of the board of directors.
MPP backs Lake Huron watershed model
FORMOSA - Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson, Minister of Rural Affairs, has added her views on the proposed amalgamation of conservation authorities, to a growing list of municipalities and organizations.
Brockton adopts budget for 2026
WALKERTON - The Council of Municipality of Brockton officially adopted its 2026 municipal budget on Jan. 15.
Brockton’s first Mayor’s Budget comes in at increase of 2.64 per cent to levy
WALKERTON - Brockton council has successfully completed its first Mayor’s Budget, coming in with an increase to the municipal tax levy of roughly 2.64 per cent over last year.
Forget the tree museum – we want our trees green and growing
We have learned to adapt to various … things … from south of the border...
Bruce Grey Farmers’ Week celebrates 60th milestone with 2026 event
ELMWOOD - Even the weather co-operated for the 60th anniversary of what’s been described as one of the best agricultural trade shows and conferences around – Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week, Jan. 7-12, at the Elmwood Community Centre.
Seven seeking vacant seat on Brockton Council
WALKERTON - The certified list of candidates for the vacant position on Brockton Council contains seven names (listed according to date filed): Michael Crawford, Robin Zettel, Hayden Oberle, Cynthia Steadman, Katie Rice, Charles Nuhn and Derrick Long.
County plans public launch of Smart Commute program
WALKERTON - At its Jan. 8 meeting, Bruce County council received an update on the county’s Smart Commute Rideshare program.
Musicians provide update on their efforts to help homeless military veterans
WALKERTON - Two local musicians have raised a remarkable $28,000 for a cause dear to their hearts – the Homes for Heroes Foundation.
