BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody said Tuesday that plans are in the works on an initiative in East Ridge that would result in more affordable housing for Brockton.
Council chooses enhanced option for new Centennial Park pavilion
WALKERTON - During its Aug. 26 meeting, Brockton Council voted in favour of “option B” for the new pavilion in Centennial Park.
Garbage bag tags price increase rejected by council
WALKERTON - It’s been a couple of years since Brockton ratepayers have seen an increase in the cost of garbage bag tags.
Commemorative benches installed at Victoria Jubilee Hall
WALKERTON - Three new commemorative benches have been installed at the east (main) entrance and the gazebo at Walkerton Victoria Jubilee Hall.
Paramedic Services to honour award recipients at county council meeting
WALKERTON - The agenda for the Sept. 4 meeting of Bruce County Council includes a special awards presentation by Bruce County Paramedic Services.
Walkerton celebrates Play Music on the Porch Day
WALKERTON - Walkerton marked Play Music on the Porch Day in style this year.
It is a different world out there for students looking for jobs
It seems the youth unemployment rate – the unemployment rate for those in the 15-24 age group – has been climbing this summer, and the wider population is somewhat unnerved by it.
Brockton ‘figuring out’ new recycling system regarding commercial users
WALKERTON - Although there were a lot of positives for Brockton and Bruce County at this year’s Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, a hoped-for easing of the new recycling rules wasn’t one of them.
Council looks at options for new Centennial Park pavilion
WALKERTON - Brockton Council is investigating options for rebuilding the Centennial Park pavilion.
Brockton Child Care Centre to have regular one-week closure in summer of 2026
WALKERTON - The Brockton Child Care Centre in Walkerton will have a one-week annual summer closure for the toddler and preschool programs during the first week of July, beginning in 2026. Parents who have children registered at the centre will be notified of the change.
Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Cruise better than ever
CARGILL - The fourth annual Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Cruise saw 150 bikes registered – the parking lot at the Cargill Community Centre was filled with them - plus some spectacular vehicles for the afternoon’s car show.
Walkerton Lawn Bowling Club hosts tournament
The Walkerton Lawn Bowling Club’s tournament on Aug. 21 was sponsored by BakerTilly, Community Living and Grey-Bruce Interiors.
Brockton lifts partial burn ban
WALKERTON - The municipality of Brockton, and others in the area, have lifted partial open-air burn bans that were put in effect prior to recent rainfall.
Loney touts success of youth entrepreneur program
WALKERTON - Jeff Loney, in his capacity as economic development manager, updated Bruce County Council earlier this month on the success of this year’s Summer Company program.
Councillor tackles issue of criminal record check delays
WALKERTON - In the “new business” portion of the Aug. 12 meeting of Brockton Council, Coun. Tim Elphick commented on a matter that has had a negative impact on people in this community and right across Ontario – the time it takes for police record checks.
