Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 Walkerton held a brief ceremony at the cenotaph to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, on Sept. 19. While bells tolled, members of the small crowd that gathered for the occasion placed their poppies on the wreath.
Community Clothes Closet expands hours beginning Oct. 6
The basement at St. Paul’s United Church in Walkerton looks more like a clothing store the first Thursday of every month.
Auditor gives Brockton clean bill of financial health
According to the year-end draft financial statement presented by John Bujold of Baker Tilly, Brockton is in relatively good financial shape, with “reasonable reserves, a growing tax base and long-term debt used to purchase tangible assets.”
Brockton council to hear from Bruce County on homeless situation
During the “new business” portion of the Sept. 6 council meeting, Coun. Kym Hutcheon raised the ongoing homeless situation.
Peabody: What happened to the community safety plan?
Mayor Chris Peabody wants to know what happened to the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan.
Concrete barriers create temporary confusion in Walkerton school parking lot
The sharing of facilities by the Brockton Child Care Centre and St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School has had many benefits for both the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board that owns the property, and municipality. However, the parking lot has long been a sore point for everyone.
IN PHOTOS: Mildmay-Carrick Fall Fair thrills crowds
“Back in Action” was the theme of this year’s Mildmay-Carrick Fall Fair, and the event certainly lived up to it.
Bruce County Museum gears up for busy fall season
After a very busy summer, Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is preparing for a round of new exhibits, events and programming for fall.
Brockton man to compete in World Water Ski Show Tournament
The 2022 World Water Ski Show Tournament in Winter Haven, Florida, will have a familiar face among the competitors – Baxter Legace.
For the Love of Ice introduces clients to benefits of ice baths
Immersing oneself in a tub of water and ice has some health benefits that some people might find surprising.
Peabody: Municipal elections shaping up to be contentious in some municipalities
Mayor Chris Peabody, one of three mayors in Bruce County who have been acclaimed in the 2022 municipal election, has his eye on other local races, some of which promise to be quite contentious.
Brockton mayor asks county to comment on proposed federal riding redistribution
The Sept. 1 Bruce County executive committee was amended at the request of County Coun. Chris Peabody, Brockton, to include discussion on proposed federal riding changes, and their impact on Bruce County.
Bruce County council: Housing crisis not just a problem for economically challenged
The impact of the housing crisis in Bruce County goes far beyond the economically challenged, according to Stuart Reid, executive director, Community Foundation Grey Bruce. It affects every level of society, including those traditionally considered middle-class.
Delicious!
Norah and Kate Schneider baked their way through the last few really hot days of summer – in more ways than one. The two young entrepreneurs decided to have a bake sale in downtown Walkerton on Sept. 2, treating shoppers to very tasty cookies and squares.
First of what will be the annual Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Show draws 170 entries
The Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Show at the Cargill Community Centre on Saturday, Aug. 27 was a bittersweet day for the event’s organizer, Dawn MacKay, who wanted “to do something special to remember him and what he stood for.”
