It’s been 11 years since the last increase in the municipal mileage allowance. A proposal came before council at the Aug. 29 meeting to adjust the rate from the current 50 cents per kilometre, to the Canada Revenue Agency recommended rate of 68 cents.
Council opts for one accessible parking spot in front of post office
Council has selected the option that will see one accessible parking space at the post office moved to a new location where the sidewalk is sloped.
Brockton council hears presentation from integrity commissioner on municipal roles and responsibilities
Brockton council got a detailed update on municipal roles and responsibilities, during a presentation by integrity commissioner John Mascarin of Aird & Berlis LLP.
Children riding the school bus for the first time get introduction to safety
The Student Transportation Service Consortium of Grey Bruce has introduced the First Rider program school bus safety training.
We need more housing options, not just more housing
The furor over the Ontario government’s Greenbelt mess has generated a lot of news stories, and more than a few opinion pieces, most of which are offered from an expert’s point of view.
Bluewater board completes busy summer of upgrades to several schools
It isn’t only students who are starting the new school year on Tuesday, Sept. 5 with a fresh, new look. They’ll find many of their schools also look at least a bit different when they return to class – everything from a general sprucing-up and cleaning, to major renovation work.
Are we finally listening to climate change warnings?
Most of us have been reacting with shock and horror at news and photos of the devastating forest fires in British Columbia and the North West Territories.
Temporary emergency room closures at local hospitals continue
Additional temporary emergency room closures were announced last week for South Bruce Grey Health Centre.
The sky’s the limit with Kids Fly at SMA Day
Kids and airplanes – it’s an unbeatable combination, especially when you add sunshine, snacks and a lot of volunteers focused on making sure the kids have a great time.
Peabody says he’s not giving up on proposal for two police boards
Mayor Chris Peabody said in an interview prior to the Aug. 29 council meeting that he won’t give up on effort to get better representation on the local police services board.
Music In The Park
PJ Mack, well-known local country music singer, entertains an appreciative audience at the Market Garden stage Aug. 27 for Music in the Park. Mack performed covers of country and western favourites, as well as his own original pieces.
Formosa’s Billie and Harley Martin have great year in track and field
After a successful summer competing in track and field as part of the Saugeen Track and Field team, Billie and Harley Martin of Formosa are looking forward to building on that success back at their respective universities.
The Bruce County Heritage Association presents Heritage Farm and Steam Show
The Heritage Farm and Steam Show, Aug. 18-20, truly did have something for everyone. Some came for the musical entertainment (which was a delight) while others came to view the displays and equipment demonstrations, take in the auctions and games, and enjoy the food – corn roast, roast beef dinner a
Special ceremony honours veterans buried in Starkvale Cemetery
Following the lead of No Stone Left Alone, a registered Canadian charity, a special ceremony was held the morning of Aug. 19, when family members and volunteers placed stones painted with poppies on the graves of 38 veterans buried in Starkvale Cemetery, Paisley.
Jace Weber collects 6.2 million pop tabs, presents cheque to March of Dimes
Jace Weber, the 10-year-old Mildmay boy who has been collecting pop tabs for the past year, never set out to break a world record.
