Brockton has a lot of land that’s ready to be developed in the area of the East Ridge Business Park.
Walkerton Hawks lose to Mount Forest in OT
The Walkerton Hawks’ return to PJHL action on Feb. 5 in Mount Forest was marked with plenty of excitement for fans.
Well, it was supposed to be a game…
The Walkerton Capitals U15 girls were supposed to be playing a game Saturday at the Walkerton arena, but with many players absent due to illness or work, it turned into a practice.
COVID control the focus of Bruce County’s long-term care homes
Bruce County council’s long-term care committee of management report included a number that startled at least one council member.
Municipal Innovation Council updates Bruce County on initiatives
Becky Smith of the Municipal Innovation Council has been making the rounds of local municipal councils to provide an update on what’s happening.
Local support for ‘Freedom Convoy’ protests
Much of the recent national headlines have centered around the “Freedom Convoy” protests across the country, with the Ottawa protests the focal point of the movement. Support for the convoy has spread across the country, including Bruce County, where a number of events have taken place. This vehicle
Peabody concerned over impact of long-term care vaccine mandate on staffing
The strong building report for January is one of the key highlights of the Brockton council meeting agenda for Feb. 8, said Mayor Chris Peabody.
Grooming the trails
Those beautiful snowmobile trails near Lake Rosalind don’t just happen, they take work, as shown by this trail groomer in action.
Grey-Bruce medical office of health says present wave of COVID trending downward
Following a brief COVID-19 report to Bruce County council on Thursday, Feb. 3, Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health for Grey-Bruce, was congratulated by County Coun. Chris Peabody for “spearheading the effort” to get as many people as possible a third or “booster” shot of vaccine.
Uphill climb
Few activities can rival the thrill of going down the hill on a toboggan. The only downfall to sledding is the climb back up the hill before taking another slide down, however everyone is all smiles as they make their way back up. The hill at Centennial Park is a popular spot for kids of all ages in
South Bruce Grey Health Centre says it won’t jeopardize patient, staff safety to reopen ERs
Michael Barrett, CEO of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), provided the board with an update on what’s happening regarding getting the hospitals in Walkerton and Chesley back up to where they can provide full service in their emergency departments instead of closing overnight.
32 new long-term care beds announced for Hanover
The local long-term care sector got a boost with the announcement of 32 new beds for The Village Seniors’ Community, a new long-term care home being built in Hanover close to Hanover and District Hospital.
Court decides against Bruce County in Krug trust matter
A decision by Justice G. D. Lemon (a public document available at the courthouse in Walkerton) has been made regarding use of the Krug trust by the County of Bruce.
Draft plan of subdivision presented for Walker Hill Development Inc.
Coreena Smith, Bruce County’s senior development planner, presented a report on Walker Hill Development Inc.
Peabody commends health unit volunteers, paramedics for success of vaccination clinics
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody said in an interview Tuesday that the vaccine mandate at Bruce County’s long-term care homes in Walkerton and Wiarton has been extended, from Jan. 28 to March 14.