The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) had a busy and successful year, with plenty of challenges in 2023; 2024 promises more of the same.
Ice oval opens (briefly) in Walkerton
The Brockton skating trail, at the new location on the ball diamonds behind the Walkerton arena, is open, as weather permits. Following a week of extreme cold and snow, conditions weren’t the best, but the warmer temperatures and a hint of sunshine Sunday brought out skaters eager to try the trail –
Bruce County amends budget to reflect additional revenue
Bruce County took a conservative approach when it came to estimating revenue for the 2024 budget. Now that the exact numbers are available, the county has amended the budget accordingly.
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week ‘a gem of a conference’
The opportunity to network with fellow producers, chat with friends you haven’t seen for a while, enjoy those famous Farmers’ Week meals, take in a busy trade show and learn from speakers who include people with national and international reputations, as well as local agribusiness experts discussing
Is it time to start screaming yet?
Looking at the numbers for housing sales makes one’s digestive system feel a bit like being on a ride at the fair that goes up, and up and… ever so slowly… up a bit more.
‘Snow’ much fun at Centennial Park
Winter delivered a blow in terms of a sudden cold snap with plenty of snow, starting on the weekend. The younger set, with parents, couldn’t be more delighted, celebrating the icy beauty of Centennial Park at warp speed on sleds, snow boards and toboggans.
Council urges province to move ahead with natural gas expansion
Coun. Kym Hutcheon made a motion at the Jan. 9 meeting of Brockton council regarding natural gas for the area.
Victoria Jubilee Hall committee updates council on upgrades to hall in 2023
Through what Bob McCulloch called the “strategic” use of funds, Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) has done a lot of work over the past year.
Lack of new JPs a challenge for local courts
Amanda Kokas, provincial offences court manager for Grey and Bruce counties, provided an update on court operations to Bruce County council on Jan. 11.
Province announces $1.5M in funding for Saugeen Hospice
Provincial funding announcements, even of this magnitude, rarely draw such a large, enthusiastic crowd – especially during a winter storm.
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week draws larger-than-ever audience
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week (GBFW) found the right combination of features for a top-notch agricultural trade show a long time ago. Times change, and so do the elements for that winning combination. This year’s GBFW is the proof.
ROMA conference will be busy for Brockton, Bruce County reps
The upcoming meeting of the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference is taking place in Toronto from Jan. 21 to 23.
Meeting proposed for three municipalities regarding future of Saugeen Municipal Airport
Chris Peabody, Brockton mayor and Bruce County warden, said that after an extended break for the holidays, “it’s back to work – ROMA (Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference), budget and two county meetings this month.”
Bruce County implements development charges as of Jan. 1
Bruce County has officially joined a growing list of upper- and lower-tier municipalities in Ontario that have implemented development charges.
McNinch and Traversy expand their efforts on behalf of Homes for Heroes
Pat McNinch and Tom Traversy are men on a mission – to help homeless military veterans through the Homes for Heroes Foundation.
