The Bruce County Public Library, Walkerton branch, is pleased to announce a new installation by local artist Silvana Virdiramo. It will be on display until Oct. 7.
Victoria Jubilee Hall ready to launch exciting fall season of live performances
Nothing compares to live performance, and Victoria Jubilee Hall has another great entertainment series set for you to enjoy. You don’t have to leave our area to enjoy world-class, award-winning performances.
Background of the Walkerton and District Horticultural Society
This is the 12th and final article in the garden series, presented in loving memory of long-standing society president, Nancy Bajurny. Her passion for gardening and dedication to beautifying our town will be lovingly remembered by many. I hope WHT readers have enjoyed this garden stroll. The follow
Bruce County invites residents to complete 2024 budget survey
Bruce County has begun building the 2024 municipal budget and is eager to hear input from the public.
Brockton communities ‘energized’ through Bruce Power Net Zero and Westario Power Lead the Charge program
Three new Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are ready for public use in Brockton.
Construction on downtown parkette to commence in September
Construction on the latest addition to downtown Listowel – a parkette – is set to begin next month.
County seeks public input for transit study
The Sept. 1 deadline is quickly approaching for public submissions to assist with the transit demand and feasibility study that’s now underway.
1850s: Starvation stalks Bruce County
The early settlements of Bruce County had limited resources to carry them through hard times. For example, so precarious was the economy of Southampton in 1851 that the loss of a single boatload of supplies meant that the hamlet had to be partially abandoned so that the rest might eat.
Euchre and solo results
There was a lot of activity with euchre and solo at the Walkerton library this past week.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society
This is No. 11 in a series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. The articles are being published in loving memory of longstanding society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our town.
Wedding favour donation
Sarah Stewart and Greg Macleod are getting married in a couple of weeks, and instead of handing out traditional wedding favours at the reception, they decided to make a donation to Saugeen Hospice Inc.
Three vying for title of Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador
Three individuals are vying for the title of 2023-24 Howick-Turnberry Fair Ambassador.
James Brine and the Martyrs of Tolpuddle
The obituary published in the Stratford Daily Beacon in August 1902 for James Brine, an “old and esteemed resident” of Blanshard Township (now part of Perth South) is typical for the time period.
Hanover man charged with attempted murder
A 72-year-old Hanover man has been arrested for attempted murder after officers responded to a reported shooting in Hanover.
