On March 30, 812 “Buck’s Crossing” Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron marked the 102nd anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force with a special parade, at Victory Fellowship Baptist Church in Hanover.
Province puts changes to Ontario Breast Screening Program on hold
SOUTH BRUCE GREY - Dr. Mike Ballantine, chief of staff, reported at the previous few meetings of South Bruce Grey Health Centre about concerns that had been raised about proposed directive changes to the Ontario Breast Screening Program.
49ers U15A team don OMHA Red Hats, crowned provincial champions
WHITBY - The Midwest 49ers U15A team has officially etched their name among the best, capturing the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) Championship in dominant fashion.
Meade highlights environmental plan benefits
WALKERTON - Matthew Meade, environmental initiatives co-ordinator, presented highlights of the draft Environmental Sustainability Action Plan to Bruce County council at the April 2 meeting.
TIEF agreement approved for East Ridge developer
WALKERTON - Bruce County Council passed a motion on April 2 to approve Brockton’s request to enter into a Tax Increment Equivalent Fund (TIEF)
Easter Egg Hunt in Elmwood a delightful event despite rain
The promise was, rain or not, the Easter Egg Hunt in Elmwood would be fun, with activities, games, a small petting zoo and the opportunity for photos with special guest, the Easter Bunny.
Stress can take a tragic toll
The recent tragedy at La Guardia raised questions, as yet unanswered, about the safety of air travel, primarily, if there were enough air traffic controllers on duty there the night of the collision between plane and fire truck.
Heritage association toy show draws crowd
MILDMAY - The Bruce County Heritage Association Toy Show on March 29, drew at least as many people as last year, and probably more – people were lined up, waiting to get in, when doors opened. many having travelled a considerable distance.
Council assists with storage issue for minor hockey
WALKERTON - A funding request from Walkerton Minor Hockey, to assist with the cost of storing important equipment (the compressor and pipes) for the “Ice Palace” off-season, had been tabled at the March 10 council meeting, to give time for staff to get additional information.
Brockton mayor expresses concern over county’s new Official Plan
WALKERTON - The storms that swept across the area Monday night and Tuesday had Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody concerned about the ongoing flooding situation in Pinkerton.
Municipal staff, county, SVCA commended for efforts in dealing with the flood situation in Pinkerton
WALKERTON - At the March 24 meeting of Brockton Council, council passed a motion authorizing the chief administrative officer and chief financial officer to execute necessary purchases and expenditures related to the Pinkerton flooding event.
Provincial appointees named to local board of health
GREY-BRUCE - A communication from Jim Pine and Dr Eileen de Villa, special advisors to the chief medical officer of health for the province, named two provincial appointments to the Grey Bruce Board of Health. This was the sixth communication from the special advisors.
SVCA presents report to Brockton on 20 years of water quality data
WALKERTON - Emily Williamson, Saugeen Conservation water quality technician, made a presentation to Brockton Council on March 24 about SVCA’s water quality program.
Stress can take a tragic toll
The recent tragedy at La Guardia raised questions, as yet unanswered, about the safety of air travel, primarily, if there were enough air traffic controllers on duty there the night of the collision between plane and fire truck.
Artist gives new life to old ties
HANOVER - Melissa MacKenzie is an artist whose medium is … ties.
