The Regional Trades Fair hosted by the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board attracted the attention of hundreds of students, plus members of the community.
Peabody seeks another term as Bruce County warden
Bruce County’s current warden, Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, said on Tuesday, Nov. 21, that he’ll be seeking another term as warden.
Brockton council votes for sale of Saugeen Municipal Airport
It all came down to money – whether Brockton councillors felt the Saugeen Municipal Airport was providing taxpayers with good value for their money. They decided it was not.
Walkerton’s Hometown Christmas Market turns into giant street party
For some, it was the chance to get a head start on Christmas shopping. Stores were packed, as were booths set up by vendors in the park on Thursday, Nov. 16.
Nov. 25: Time to end violence against women
The police tape strung up around the Sault Ste. Marie home the week before Halloween did not look out of place.
Bruce County passes amended development charges bylaw
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.
