The recent federal election had the highest voter turnout in decades. It seems Canadians took notice when the American president took to sniping at our prime minister, calling him Governor Trudeau, and Canada the 51st state.
May the fourth (or force) be with you
WALKERTON - This group came prepared for whatever they found at the Hike for Saugeen Hospice event in Walkerton – light sabres, costumes, and corny jokes about May 4.
Brockton, county take new direction on court costs
BRUCE COUNTY - County Coun. Chris Peabody (Brockton) updated the county on the situation regarding Brockton’s request for sharing of court security and prisoner transportation costs.
Lane change for Durham Street bridge project expected soon
BRUCE COUNTY - The update on the Durham Street bridge project presented to Bruce County council on May 1 stated that construction has resumed and work is on track for completion by the year’s end.
County updates bylaw to allow off-road vehicle use of Bruce Road 23
WALKERTON - A proposed county bylaw change that would allow snowmobilies and off-road vehicles on Highway 23 led to a suggestion that the county consider opening all roads to these vehicles.
Brockton Council seeks nominations for volunteer awards
WALKERTON - Brockton council marked Volunteer Week during the April 22 meeting with an announcement in the “public notifications” section of the meeting.
County council decides one size does not fit all when it comes to severances
BRUCE COUNTY - A difference of opinion between the recommendation of the Bruce County planning department, and the proposal by the property owner, on a surplus farm dwelling severance, was resolved by an amendment proposed by County Coun. Chris Peabody (Brockton).
Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival 2025 Highlights Concert thrills audience
WALKERTON - The best of the best performed at this year’s Highlights Concert for the Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival on May 3.
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church celebrates 145 years of faith, prayer and grace
Members, family and friends of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Walkerton, marked the 145th anniversary with a worship service the afternoon of Sunday, May 4, followed by a dinner at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall.
Smile! It’s the sweetest time of year again at Tim Hortons
WALKERTON - Thursday, April 24, marked the official launch of the Walkerton Tim Horton Smile Cookie event. Smile Cookie week runs until May 4.
Brockton in good shape regarding water and wastewater
BROCKTON - Scott Gowan, project manager, presented the Veolia Water Canada Inc. 2024 annual water and wastewater report to Brockton council on April 22.
Local medical first responders participate in St. John Ambulance zone first aid competition
HANOVER - The regional St. John Ambulance headquarters in Hanover hosted the 2025 zone first aid competition on Saturday, April 26.
Alex Ruff re-elected as MP
TARA - In the riding of Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound, Conservative incumbent Alex Ruff will be returning to Parliament, along with colleague Ben Lobb in Huron-Bruce.
Peabody: Site visit to court building brings positive results
BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody commented Tuesday on two items coming up at the May 1 meeting of Bruce County council.
Strong mayor powers discussed by Brockton council
BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody continues to acknowledge strong mayor powers could be a useful tool in dealing with red tape that interferes with construction of new homes.
