This is the time of year that makes it or breaks it for many merchants. They count on holiday shoppers to edge them into the black for the year.
Formosa transforms into ‘Musical Magical Christmas’ wonderland
FORMOSA - The hamlet of Formosa is pretty as a picture any season of the year, but come Christmas, it transforms into a veritable wonderland of lights, whimsical creatures and delightful displays.
Council updated on Valleyside bluff erosion
BROCKTON - Just after Christmas, almost two years ago, Brockton council heard the preferred alternative recommendation for the eroding bluffs along the north side of the Saugeen River in Walkerton.
Continued monitoring anticipated option for Valleyside Drive slope concerns: Peabody
BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody commented on a number of agenda items in an interview prior to the Dec. 10 municipal council meeting.
Bruce Power pledges $1 million to support county affordable housing
BRUCE COUNTY – At the Dec. 5 meeting of Bruce County council, James Scongack, Bruce Power’s chief operating officer and executive vice-president, pledged $1 million for the county’s affordable housing program.
Let the games begin
As the world gears up for the impending change of government in the United States, threats of punishing tariffs have Canada’s provincial and federal leaders spinning. Go, Team Canada, eh!
Elmwood Community Centre Board looks at exterior drainage and upgrades to auditorium
BROCKTON - Bruce County’s investment in local services has allowed Brockton’s levy of $5.153 million in 2022, to result in operational services valued at $15.509 million, through federal and provincial funding.
Walkerton Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade in photos
WALKERTON - Despite snowstorm cancellations around the area, the Walkerton Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade went off without a hitch on Nov. 30 – a bright, cheerful, fun celebration that appealed to the brave souls who lined the streets to watch.
Health board discusses addiction treatment model
OWEN SOUND - The Grey Bruce Board of Health has endorsed a letter from the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa), sent to Ontario Health Minister Sylvia Jones concerning the new addiction treatment hubs.
Peabody looking forward to resuming councillor role at county council
BROCKTON - Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody (and outgoing Bruce County warden) said he’s looking forward to the inaugural meeting of Bruce County Council on Dec. 5, when he’ll be passing on the chain of office to deputy warden Luke Charbonneau (Saugeen Shores). Don Murray (Huron-Kinloss) will take on th
County council votes to allow concrete manufacturing on agricultural land
BRUCE COUNTY - Bruce County council has approved an Official Plan amendment that will allow a concrete manufacturing plant to be constructed in an agricultural area in Saugeen Shores.
Browns pledge $500,000 to Saugeen Hospice
BROCKTON - It’s no secret that Ken and Lynne Brown have dedicated themselves to the new hospice initiative – Saugeen Hospice Inc. – for the past decade.
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody completes term as Bruce County warden
BRUCE COUNTY - Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, presided over his final meeting as warden of Bruce County council on Nov. 21.
Brightshores CEO shares information with county on recent triumphs and challenges
BRUCE COUNTY - Ann Ford, president and CEO of Brightshores Health System, thanked Bruce County Council for support over the past 30-some years, most recently for the Wellness and Recovery Centre, during a presentation on Nov. 21.
Remembering the Montreal massacre
We know some of the victims’ stories, or at least the bits police and sometimes family members and witnesses share with the media.
