School buses and anyone returning to work after March Break had a challenging time getting into Walkerton on March 17.
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Atwood area sugar bush among the sites for activities on annual Maple Weekend
A local producer is among the participants in the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers’ Association’s (OMSPA) Maple Weekend.
Kin Cares Youth Group holds Paddyfest event for third year in a row
On March 10, ten pairs of Grade 5-9 students participated in a fun Cornhole tournament.
North Perth Introduces Youth Impact Award with annual Citizen of the Year, Inspiration Awards
North Perth has announced the launch of the Youth Impact Award, an initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our young citizens.
Conners qualifies for Open Championship
On the opening weekend of Listowel’s 2025 Paddyfest Celebration, Listowel’s hometown golf star…
Brockton mayor comments on flooding situation
Like most other area residents, Mayor Chris Peabody has been keeping an eye on the water levels in Saugeen River, commenting Tuesday that it didn’t appear to have gone down yet.
North Perth school boundary review seeking feedback
A boundary review of local elementary schools has been conducted, and the associated committee is seeking public feedback.
Spruce the Bruce provides 66 grants
Jeff Loney, economic development manager, reported to Bruce County Council that the Spruce the Bruce program “saw a widespread uptake of grants” in 2024, from all eight of the municipalities in Bruce County.
County council to get update on new Official Plan
The agenda for Thursday’s meeting of Bruce County Council includes an update on the new Official Plan (OP).
North Perth to investigate share the road signs, education campaign to promote safety
Although last summer council decided not to allow ATVs on municipal trails, staff were asked to investigate the installation of share the road signs on municipal roads which do allow the off-road vehicles.
North Perth Public Library’s annual poetry contest and upcoming poetry evening
The North Perth Public Library is hosting its annual poetry contest and accepting submissions until March 28.
Steven Lee Olsen and Jojo Mason take the stage for Paddyfest 2025
It was a party for Paddyfest's famous Friday night concert at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Donation strengthens women’s health in Listowel
The Listowel Memorial Hospital Foundation will soon welcome a new mammography unit, thanks largely in part to a major gift from Strong Roots Insurance Brokers.
United Way free tax clinics helping hundreds
The Huron Perth United Way are continuing to offer the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program throughout Huron this year to help everyone file their taxes and, hopefully, get some money back.
South Bruce looks to investment options for NWMO funds
A representative of the ONE Investment group will be invited to address South Bruce Council in the near future to advise it on investment options.
