A made-in-Huron-Kinloss compromise has allowed Bruce County council to pass its development charges (DC) bylaw.
Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation seeks $1.5M support from Bruce County for MRI addition to capital redevelopment project
The Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation is asking the County of Bruce to consider contributing $1.5 million to the campaign that’s currently underway to raise funds for the hospital’s redevelopment.
Local students hear about military from a serving armed forces member
Cpl. Nick Coppis, a member of the Grey and Simcoe Foresters, told students at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School in Walkerton what it’s like to serve in today’s military. His presentation was part of the school’s marking of Remembrance Day.
Bruce County council to vote on development charges, Nov. 16
Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, has, in his words, a “huge week” ahead of him.
Ombudsman determines Brockton meeting should not have been closed
The Ontario Ombudsman has completed an investigation into a complaint about a closed meeting.
Hanover, West Grey ‘charting a path for mutual prosperity’
West Grey and Hanover announced in a joint press release last week that they are “charting path for growth and mutual prosperity” in southern Grey County.
Residents voice concerns about proposed battery electrical storage system facility in Cargill
A public meeting was held at the Cargill Community Centre on Nov. 9 to give members of the community the opportunity to hear information about a proposed battery electrical storage system (BESS) facility in the area. It’s one of several such sites being looked at for BESS facilities.
IN PHOTOS: Local communities remember those who fought for our freedom
Gratifyingly large crowds turned out for Remembrance Day ceremonies in Walkerton and Mildmay on Nov. 11, despite the fact it was Saturday, and the weather wasn’t the best. People of all ages, from babies to seniors, including a substantial number of students, gathered at the communities’ cenotaphs t
Brockton council defers voting on battery storage project
Brockton council decided during the Nov. 14 meeting to defer the vote on whether to endorse Alectra’s proposed battery electrical storage system project.
Cheques presented to local curling club for new chiller and pump
The Walkerton Golf and Curling Club is gearing up for a busy season, with school curling and a learn to curl program that’s open to all age groups including youth.
Peabody expresses concern over upcoming OEB hearing
Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, is expressing concern over the Nov. 14 hearing before the Ontario Energy Board, regarding the EPCOR Natural Gas Brockton Expansion project.
Walkerton and District Food Bank: Making a list and checking it twice
The Walkerton and District Food Bank is “making a list and checking it twice” to make sure everyone’s Christmas is a good one.
Staffing situation at SBGHC sees temporary improvement with provincial funding
Nancy Shaw, president and CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), reported to the board that nursing staff shortages continue.
Food Cycler pilot shows ‘encouraging’ results
Bruce County council will be hearing more about the Municipal Innovation Council’s (MIC) Food Cycler project, considering the positive results achieved by the pilot program in the county, according to Warden Chris Peabody, Brockton.
County council approves 2024 budget in principle
Bruce County council approved the 2024 budget during the Nov. 2 meeting of the corporate services committee. The 2024 budget will see a levy increase of 6.16 per cent.
