South Bruce OPP are recognizing local officers during Police Week.
Huron Hospice recognized for music utilization
Huron Hospice has received a coveted Gold Level Music Care Certification from the Room 217 Foundation, making it the first Hospice in Canada to receive this recognition.
An Evening to Celebrate Women marks 18th year
On April 27 2024 at the Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton, the Milverton Women’s Initiative Committee hosted An Evening to Celebrate Women for its 18th year.
Suspension orders issued to students with incomplete immunization records
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) has issued 1,557 suspension orders to elementary and secondary students whose immunization records are incomplete. The suspensions were issued on April 26.
Stratford-Perth Archives celebrate Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day has been celebrated in Canada since 1914. Ten years later, in 1924, Stratford and the towns and villages in Perth County celebrated the day with special services throughout the churches.
Life as a person of colour in North Perth
The golden rule states, “treat others as you would like to be treated,” but many people don’t follow this guide. I experience this often. I am a person of colour and living in a predominantly white community. This article is to share my perspective and help others learn how to be more inclusive.
Teeswater CWL holds communion brunch
On April 28 the Teeswater Catholic Women’s League (CWL) held their Communion Brunch in the Parish Hall. Twenty ladies were in attendance to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady Council.
A $33,500 capital grant makes a clean impact at the Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre
On April 27, local MPP Lisa Thompson met with the staff and volunteers with the Huron County Food Bank Distribution Centre to congratulate them on the successful conclusion of their $33,500 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF).
Three local gyms welcomed over 100 Grade 7 students
Three of North Perth local gyms welcomed over 100 Grade 7 students from North Perth Westfield Elementary School to learn about the importance of fitness.
Public access phones outside OPP buildings updated to new E-phones
Members of the public who visit West Region detachments after-hours will have access to a new public access calling system outside OPP facilities.
Christine Brandt to be Brockton community development co-ordinator
The Municipality of Brockton has announced the hiring of Christine Brandt as the incoming community development co-ordinator for the municipality.
Police warn about increase in investment and cryptocurrency scams in local area
South Bruce OPP is warning that fraud is becoming increasingly prevalent in its five municipalities.
Bruce County Public Library report highlights growth, community engagement
Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) has released its 2023 annual report, showcasing what county officials say is “a year of remarkable accomplishments and community engagement.”
Grey Bruce Public Health raises awareness of plastic pollution in Earth Day efforts
In recognition of Earth Day, which was celebrated on April 22, Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) is helping to raise awareness of environmental issues as well as the importance of actions to advance climate change mitigation and adaptation.
County emergency management collaborating with Canadian Forces on Trillium Venture exercises
Bruce County Emergency Management, along with community emergency management co-ordinators from many Bruce County municipalities, have collaborated with the Canadian Armed Forces Canadian 31 Brigade Group on their upcoming Exercise Trillium Venture, occurring in Bruce and Huron counties the weekend
