With the marking of the 53rd annual Earth Day this Saturday, April 22 comes the realization that since its inception in the United States in 1970, it’s become more important than ever for asking yourself what role you can play in protecting our planet.
The story of my life
Life is precious. Many adults have lived through enough ups and downs to realize this. I am 13, and I have already learned this lesson.
IN PHOTOS: Atwood Lions Club’s Stagette Night 2023
The Atwood Lions Club hosted its Stagette Night at the Elma Memorial Community Centre in Atwood on Saturday, April 15. Organizers say the event was very well attended, with approximately 180 ladies in attendance. Funds from the event will go to the Atwood Lions Club, which uses any funds raised to a
New video introduces team working behind the scenes to keep local drinking water safe, clean
A new video, called Be Part of the Water Team, introduces the viewer to the different team players who work behind the scenes to keep local municipal drinking water safe and clean.
Bootlegging, logging and man-eating plants: Greenock Swamp has it all
Who would guess that tours of the Greenock Swamp could be so interesting?
Bruce County program enhancements help more children participate
Bruce County supports the inclusion of children from low-income families in the participation of extra-curricular activities, school nutrition programs, and cultural and skill building activities through the Child Activity Assistance Program (CAAP).
Bruce County plans info session on Walkerton bridge project for area businesses
Walkerton and area businesses are invited to attend an information session for businesses on Thursday, May 11, at the Walkerton Community Centre to provide input and discuss concerns about the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the replacement of the Durham Street Bridge.
Formosa Lions conduct spring clean up
On Saturday, April 15, eight members of the Formosa Lions Club gathered for the annual roadside clean-up. They were blessed with warm, beautiful weather, something that has not always happened during the 30-some years they have been doing this. Pictured are this year’s volunteers: Bill Borho, Tim Bo
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society: Part 1
A series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities, will be published several times over the next few months, in loving memory of long-standing society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our town.
Bruce County library hosts ‘A Place to Belong’ panel event
A Place to Belong: Stories from Newcomers is a compilation of 19 stories of the experiences of immigrants and former refugees as they became new residents of Grey-Bruce. The Ginger Press out of Owen Sound published this beautifully written collection in 2021.
Jim Batte presented with Melvin Jones Fellowship Award
At the April 12 Formosa Lions’ meeting, President Lion Jim Batte (left) was presented with the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award by Lion Hank Soers, club secretary. Batte joined Lions in 2005 and has served as president three times. He and his wife took in 26 Lions’ Youth Exchanges between the years of
Optimist Club hosts spelling bee for local Grade 5 students
On Thursday, March 23, the Walkerton and District Optimist Club hosted its annual spelling bee. The spelling bee was held at KINHALL, above Timber Mart in Walkerton. After three years of not being able to host this event due to the pandemic, students were excited to participate.
Chepstow Lions Club makes donation to food bank
The Chepstow Lions Club recently presented the Walkerton and District Food Bank with several food donations, as well as a cheque for $1,000 to assist with the food bank’s efforts. Presenting Diane Waram (second from right) of the Walkerton and District Food Bank with the donations are Lions Donna Sp
