Mildmay Town Crier

TEESWATER - A series of motions tied to transparency and accountability stirred debate at the May 12 South Bruce council meeting.

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce has completed a multi-year reconstruction project on Adam Street, while work continues on the new water tower in Teeswater that is expected to be operational by late September.

SOUTH BRUCE - Preparations for the 2026 municipal and school board elections are underway with election procedures finalized, voter outreach in progress and the nomination period now open, according to a May update from the municipality’s clerk.

TEESWATER - The Municipality of South Bruce reported a strong start to 2026 in workplace health and safety, with no incidents, injuries or near-misses recorded across all municipal operations in the first quarter.

CHESLEY -  Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) are looking to expand community use of school space, identifying 11 schools with available room for potential partnerships as part of ongoing planning efforts across Bruce and Grey counties.

CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) expects to remain on track to meet its financial obligations for the 2025-2026 school year, despite shifting costs and enrollment changes.

CHESLEY - A new report shows the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) is continuing to focus on injury prevention, with workplace inspections and staff training as part of its efforts to maintain safe conditions for employees across the system in the 2025–2026 school year. 

CHESLEY - A new equity plan aimed at removing systemic barriers and strengthening inclusive practices across schools is set to take shape at the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB), with trustees reviewing its early rollout during a May 5 governance standing committee meeting. 

HANOVER - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is working to strengthen communication and community connection through a new initiative while reporting measurable academic gains and expanded student support across its schools.

HANOVER - Student trustees provided updates on activities, academics and school initiatives during an April 27 meeting of the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board.

TEESWATER - South Bruce council reviewed a letter raising concerns about provincial changes to conservation authorities, and approved steps toward a new water and wastewater rate study during its April 28 meeting.

TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved the purchase of new rescue air bags for the Teeswater Fire Station as part of a broader update on fire department operations, training and public education efforts.

TEESWATER - A plan to replace a deteriorating municipal pickup truck was approved by South Bruce council after staff warned of increasing mechanical risk and rising repair costs.