The South Bruce OPP held the "Stuff the Cruiser" food drive event on Saturday, April 1 in Walkerton and Kincardine.
Peabody plans to renew focus on affordable housing
In his capacity as Bruce County Warden, Chris Peabody has been busy bringing greetings from the county at a variety of events including Saturday’s Save Our Hospital rally in Chesley and this week’s NWMO workshop, and presenting, with county CAO Derrick Thomson, an overview of the county organization
Brockton to provide funds to two Truth and Reconciliation events
A delegation representing Truth and Reconciliation Brockton provided an update on plans for 2023 during the March 28 council meeting.
South Bruce OPP presents year-end report for 2022 to Brockton council
Insp. Krista Miller, South Bruce OPP detachment commander, presented the 2022 year-end report to Brockton council on March 28.
Crowd packs auditorium at rally to save Chesley hospital
The Save Our Hospital rally in Chesley on Saturday, April 1 packed the auditorium at the community centre.
Bruce County appoints Christine MacDonald deputy CAO
Christine MacDonald has been named the deputy chief administrative officer of Bruce County, effective March 23.
Bruce County: Long-term care homes should not be financially penalized by things beyond their control
The long-term care homes committee of management has approved a letter to be sent to the minister of long-term care regarding occupancy. Copies will be forwarded to local MPPs.
Eight Bruce County businesses successful in completing Starter Company Plus program
Jeff Loney, manager of economic development, announced that eight Bruce County-area entrepreneurs have each been awarded a $5,000 microgrant to support their small business through the Starter Company Plus program.
Report presented on parking lot situation at Brockton Child Care Centre
When the Brockton Child Care Centre was constructed at St. Teresa School in Walkerton, the parking area met the needs of both school and daycare. It doesn’t now.
Bruce County warden pleased with provincial budget
Warden Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, said he’s pleased with the 2023 provincial budget, outlined last week – especially increased funding for job training for youth, hospice, and mental health.
Bruce County to take responsibility for Municipal Innovation Council
The Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) was formed in 2020, and has undertaken studies and projects that have resulted in cost savings, information sharing and technical advances that benefit all municipal members.
Capitals swept by Barons, eliminated from PJHL playoffs
It wasn’t the ending Walkerton Capitals fans wanted, but what a game!
County Towne Players say, ‘I do!’
Heather Kueneman said she always intended her 2016 hit The Reunion to have a sequel.
SVCA: Public to have greater input in flood forecasting
One of the highlights of the March 16 meeting of the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors was a presentation by Elise MacLeod, manager of water resources. Included was an introduction to a new flood forecasting tool that invites public input.
Rotarians honour individuals who have made community a better place
The Walkerton Rotary Club is a busy organization that is always looking for ways to help – and ways to thank those who do.
