ward by Coun. Greg McLean, seconded by Coun. Mitch Clark. Peabody said he intends to support it. While he anticipates the possibility of a close vote, this time around the municipality has a full-time bylaw enforcement officer. The bad news story involves recycling bale wrap. For two years, recyclin
CWL in Walkerton celebrates 100th anniversary
The Catholic Women’s League in Walkerton is marking its 100th anniversary with a luncheon and celebration following 11 a.m. mass on Sunday, April 21.
Referendum question NWMO site selection goes before council
South Bruce council held a special meeting on April 2. The single item on the open session agenda was clerk Vivian Kennedy’s report on the byelection question for the ballot on the Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s (NWMO) site selection.
SBGHC still coping with last-minute hospital emergency room closures
South Bruce Grey Health Centre continues to cope with an unstable staffing situation, utilizing agency nurses, which fortunately have been funded to date, in the amount of $800,000.
BCFA and GCFA hold 16th annual Politicians Meeting – largest crowd since pandemic
The 16th annual Politicians Meeting, organized and sponsored by the Grey County and Bruce County Federations of Agriculture on March 23, drew over 65 municipal, provincial and federal leaders, as well as representatives from various agricultural organizations.
Council supports resolutions: amendment to blue box regulation, and support for natural gas
Council supported a resolution from the Township of Perry, brought forward to the March 26 meeting at the request of Coun. Tim Elphick, from the March 5 meeting.
Council chooses purchase over lease for new rec truck
One item that drew a lot of attention during 2024 budget deliberations was the proposed purchase of a replacement for the recreation department’s 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Repairs to begin on Durham Street bridge in early May
A report will be presented at the meeting of Bruce County council on April 4 that calls for deferring one project and transferring funds set aside for it, plus additional funds from the bridge reserve, to pay for the Durham Street bridge’s immediate repairs.
In Photos: Hippity-hopping to the finish line in Mildmay
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Peabody: Good news about the Durham Street bridge – contractor to begin repairs
Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody (Brockton) said he has a busy week ahead, with three county-related meetings.
Court of Appeal’s ATV decision has disturbing implications
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal has disturbing implications for owners of such vehicles as ATVs.
Two local musicians set to launch new CD as fundraiser for ‘Homes for Heroes’ foundation
Pat McNinch and Tom Traversy have been using their musical talents and military connections to benefit people who have put their lives on the line for this country, and who desperately need a helping hand.
Lang to continue as deputy mayor
James Lang has announced his intention to continue to serve the municipality as Brockton’s deputy mayor.
Referendum question goes before council
South Bruce council held a special meeting on Tuesday, April 2. The single item on the open session agenda was the clerk’s report on the byelection question for the ballot on NWMO’s site selection.
Professor seeks SVCA endorsement of application to declare Greenock ‘Wetland of Distinction’
Prof. Susan Glasauer of the University of Guelph and Society of Wetland Scientists made a presentation to Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s board of directors on March 21, seeking endorsement of an application to declare the Greenock Swamp a “Wetland of Distinction.”
