This winter, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites everyone to experience two new and exciting art exhibitions, Re:Collections (until April 2) and Hope and Healing (Feb. 14 - March 31).
Bruce County comments on Krug Estate decision
Following a public hearing on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, Justice G. D. Lemon of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice determined that Bruce County breached the restricted purpose of the charitable Bruce A. Krug Estate trust.
Walkerton Twilight Seniors Solo results
The Walkerton Twilight Seniors enjoyed an afternoon of solo with limited participation due to COVID restrictions at the Walkerton Library on Friday, Feb. 4. After eight games of play, Peter Carter was high with 198 points; Jo-Ann Carter was second with 186 points, which included a Heart solo doo; a
Walkerton Capitals U9 Rep team wins West Grey tournament
The Walkerton Capitals U9 Boys Rep team travelled to West Grey for the Warriors Tournament on Feb. 5, bringing home the championship trophy. Players include Grayson Graul, Darcy McIntosh, Cohen Dupuis, Jack Wilhelm, Carter Wilkins, Chase Yahbee, Boyd Murray, Asher Kuntz, Jase Richardson, Reid Fell a
The Society of United Professionals donation will help launch library’s new bookmobile
The Bruce County Public Library has gratefully received a $10,000 donation from the Community Foundations Fund of The Society of United Professionals, Bruce Local. This generous gift will be used to help launch the library’s bookmobile.
January devastating month for fatal fires in Ontario
January was a devastating month for fatal fires in the province.
New Millennium Quilters Guild welcomes special guest
On Jan. 18, the New Millennium Quilters Guild (NMQG) welcomed guest speaker Peter Byrne from Toronto.
Walkerton Legion’s Catch the Ace draw first round winner revealed
Last Sunday, in the first draw of this round of the Walkerton Legion’s Catch the Ace, Stephanie Galbraith had chosen envelope No. 9, which contained a spade.
LDSS Library Learning Commons purchases swing chair
The LDSS Library Learning Commons recently purchased some adaptive furniture thanks to the generosity of the late Elizabeth Klockman. Ms. Klockman truly cared about children throughout her teaching career, and the therapy ball chair and swing chair purchased for the library in her name is a fine tri
Regional unemployment rate jumps to 4.6 per cent
In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 1.6 percentage points to 4.6 per cent. At the same time, the provincial unemployment rate increased by 0.3 percentage points to 6.1 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality.
Enbridge, North Perth Fire Dept. partner to bring fire, carbon monoxide deaths down to zero
On Feb. 7, Enbridge Gas, the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council and the North Perth Fire Department (NPFD) announced they are working to improve home safety and bring fire and carbon monoxide-related deaths down to zero.
Organizers opt to delay Canadian Dairy Expo once again until 2023
The management at CDX along with a steering committee made up of exhibitors, sponsors, producers, vets and AG marketers have made the decision to cancel the CDX 2022 and defer to April of 2023.
Perth County approves 2022 budget in principle
At its regular meeting on Feb. 3, Perth County council adopted the 2022 capital and operating budgets in principle following budget presentations from staff.
Province announces $1 million for ag, horticultural societies
The Ontario government has announced $1 million in funding to support the province’s agricultural and horticultural societies who continue to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Atwood Lions donate $25K to Elma Township Public School playground project
Elma Township Public School is closing in on its $140,000 goal for rebuilding two sets of playground equipment at the Newry site, thanks to many local contributions from businesses, organizations and individuals. The Atwood Lions Club was the most recent contributor, allocating $25,000 towards the c
