The Formosa Lions held their year-end barbecue for Lions and their families, guests Formosa Swans and their families, and the Recreation Committee last week. Pictured: Lion President Jim Batte is seen here passing along the Formosa Lions’ gavel to Lion Frank Jacobi, who took over the president posit
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Two Mildmay businesses donate to Saugeen Hospice
Two Mildmay businesses recently presented Saugeen Hospice Inc. with donations – Liesemer’s Home Hardware and Batte Meats. (Above) Jarred and Pete Liesemer, right, present a cheque for $2,000 to Saugeen Hospice volunteers Pat Morley and Rita Grubb. (Below) Wayne Batte, right, of Batte Meats presents
Kinsmen make donation to Walkerton hospital
The Walkerton Kinsmen Club presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) with a cheque for $7,500 at its final meeting of the year on June 26. This donation was from the funds raised at the 2022 Raffle Draw and Casino Night. Pictured, from left: WDHF representatives Mark Gaynor and
The Mill Pond Café opens in Cargill
Brockton Coun. Kym Hutcheon and Kevin McKague cut the ribbon at the grand opening of The Mill Pond Café in Cargill on Canada Day – one of the most scenic eateries around, with delicious homemade soups, bread and more. Summer hours are Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
SMART a key service for vulnerable residents
Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART) is getting back to pre-COVID numbers, said Stephan Labelle, manager.
Walkerton ranks low on affordable housing study
A recent study shows that affordable housing is hard to come by in Walkerton.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre has a new board chair
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s board of directors has a new chair.
County to discuss third-party review of Durham Street bridge project
Bruce County council’s transportation and environmental services committee will consider a recommendation on July 6 regarding the Durham Street bridge project.
Brockton celebrates Canada Day with traditional party in Centennial Park
Brockton celebrated Canada Day in style, back in Centennial Park for the first time since before COVID.
Westario Power elects new board chair, vice-chair at annual meeting
Luke Charbonneau, mayor of Saugeen Shores, has been elected as the new board chair of Westario Power.
AMDSB budget approved for 2023-24 school year
At its June 27 meeting, the Avon Maitland District School Board’s (AMDSB) board of trustees received and approved the 2023/2024 budget for the school board.
CLC chair updates South Bruce council on recent activities, education sessions
Ahead of the South Bruce delegation to Finland this week to visit the deep geological repository project there, South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) Chair Jim Gowland presented his second quarter report to council on the committee’s activities on June 27.
South Bruce exploring new branding for municipality
After much discussion on June 27, South Bruce council has elected to explore a new brand for the municipality.
Wingham Hospital Auxiliary hosts draw
The Wingham Hospital Auxiliary made a draw at their annual meeting in June. Winner of the grand prize quilt was Helen MacDonald of Allenford, with the second prize of a gift card won by Kaylee Adams. (Above) MacDonald, right, is presented with the quilt by her sister and Auxiliary member Verna Steff
Power Workers’ Union donates to Wingham hospital
The Power Workers’ Union Bruce Site Equity Committee recently presented the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation with a $7,275 grant, which will aid with the upgrade of the chemistry analyser in the lab. “The chemistry analyser is the workhorse of the lab conducting all the medical tests for pat