The words Brockton council members used in reference to the annual OPP billing statement included “unsustainable,” “completely unacceptable,” “excessive,” “not affordable,” and “atrocious.”
Optimist Club’s Monster March Parade a howling success
Walkerton held a "monster march" through town Oct. 26.
GrandPals program all about sharing, caring, intergenerational friendships
GrandPals is a program that’s aimed at correcting the misconception that people from different generations don’t speak the same language. They certainly do, and they have a lot of stories and laughter to share.
Municipality applies for grant for new elevator at Walkerton community centre
Council approved the application for a Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund – Stream 1 grant for repair and rehabilitate of existing facilities, to replace the Walkerton community centre elevator.
Police arrest third suspect in home invasion
A third suspect in a home invasion robbery has been arrested without incident in Hanover.
Trail users, hunters urged to be cautious
Trail users in Bruce County are reminded that long gun (rifle) season for deer hunting is Monday, Nov. 4 to Sunday, Nov. 10.
Saugeen Conservation putting the pieces back together after lightning strike
The board of directors of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority began their Oct. 17 meeting – via Zoom – with a report on why they were meeting remotely.
Encampments becoming permanent reminders of ‘hobo jungles’
We were alarmed when it became apparent people were spending cold, winter nights in doorways,…
Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village asks county for support
Al Leach did a presentation about Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village to Bruce County Council on Oct. 17.
County works on launching Smart Commute
The Oct. 17 meeting included a report from Claire Dodds, commissioner of community development, on transit initiatives undertaken in 2024.
Walkerton celebrates Little Royal Fair October 17 to 20
The fair saw attendees taking in the attractions.
Capitals lose to Barons but down Mitchell on weekend
In PJHL action, the Walkerton Capitals are back on home ice this weekend, hosting Kincardine Friday for a 7:30 p.m. game; then it’s back on the road Saturday in Mount Forest for an 8 p.m. match.
Annual OPP billing to hit Brockton taxpayers right in the pocketbook
Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton and Bruce County warden, said prior to the Oct. 22 Brockton council meeting that he anticipated a motion stemming from one item on the agenda – the report on the OPP 2025 annual billing statement.
Bruce County Council endorses CANDU nuclear reactors
Council approved an amended motion at the Oct. 17 meeting by Warden Chris Peabody (Brockton), and Deputy Warden Luke Charbonneau (Saugeen Shores), supporting the continued operation of and investment in CANDU reactors in Ontario.
Author with local roots launches The View from Coffin Ridge: A Childhood Exhumed
Author Gwen Lamont’s story is searing, heartbreaking and remarkable.
