Once again, the banners are up, to remind all of us to send a special message to our favourite people on Feb. 14. Pictured is Jim Bohnert fastening the sail-quality banners in place against the cruel winds of February.
Glen McNeil re-elected as chair of Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
Huron County Warden Glen McNeil has been re-elected as chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC).
Finding joy in winter
The winter season holds a special opportunity to find joy amidst the cold, wet and often challenging weather. By embracing the unique aspects of winter, you can discover a deeper sense of joy and connection with God. How, you might ask?
Howick Mutual contributes $100K to WDH as part of 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance Company has pledged to donate $100,000 to the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation’s Caring Together campaign to bring a brand-new CT Scanner service to the hospital. This donation marks the end of Howick Mutual’s celebrations honouring 150 years in business.
Rotary Walkerton Lottery fourth drawing
The Rotary Club held the fourth drawing of the Walkerton Lottery on Feb. 1.
‘Wrapped Bread is Advocated’
Contrary to popular belief, the most astounding dough-related invention of the early 20th century…
Charlie Lightfoot and the 1900 OHA Hockey Championship team
The hockey team that was “instrumental in bringing the first junior OHA championship to Stratford on March 1, 1900” was so beloved that the local paper republished this photograph in 1945 to celebrate the anniversary of its great victory.
Kin Cares host zombie dance party
The Kin Cares Youth Group hosted its first ever ‘Zombie Dance Party’ on Friday, Jan. 26. Participants enjoyed learning how to make special effects makeup and followed it with some “Just Dance” videos. The Kin Cares Youth Group is in its second year and has almost 50 members. Their slogan is, “youth
Britespan donates $1M to Wingham hospital’s CT campaign
Britespan Building Systems Inc. has made history by donating $1,000,000 to support the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation’s (WDHF) Caring Together capital campaign.
Capitals U11 Rep C team wins International Silver Stick
The Walkerton Capitals U11 Rep C team won the International Silver Stick tournament, held Jan. 19-21 in Forest, Ont.
Museum celebrates Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month this February, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre presents an afternoon of presentations and discussion on Black history and culture in Bruce County.
Battery recycling with Bruce County Public Library
The Bruce County Public Library recognizes the importance of battery disposal and preventing hazardous waste from polluting the environment.
100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce present $24K to Habitat for Humanity
The 100 Women Who Care Grey Bruce recently presented its November meeting donation of $24,000 to Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce for their Tiny Homes Project on the Saugeen First Nation.
February events at Brockton’s libraries
If you are like me, you dream of winter evenings cozied up with a warm blanket, hot drink and good book. This winter, head to the library for something different. We have snowshoes, light therapy lamps, puzzles, DVDs, binoculars, board games, Ontario Parks passes, Bruce County Museum passes, loads o
