CHESLEY - The recognition of student success and community involvement took place at the final Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) meeting of the 2025-2026 school year on Tuesday, June 16.
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Thompson marks several grants, funds to South Bruce
The season of spring ended on a high note for South Bruce as Huron-Bruce Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Lisa Thompson brought several giant cheques to the municipality.
Hoffarth joins candidates running for Brockton municipal council positions
Four now vie for the councillor positions in Brockton with the addition of Justin Hoffarth to the unofficial list of candidates on the municipality’s website.
Brockton Council to focus on new arena build for Walkerton
BROCKTON - Brockton has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972. As of June 23, the debate was over – council has decided to focus on a new build.
Robinson joins candidates running for council in Brockton
Candidates continue to register for the upcoming municipal election with Christine Robinson filing to run as a councillor in Brockton.
Math gains emerge in early grades as Bluewater board outlines achievement plans
CHESLEY - Trustees with the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) received updates on mathematics achievement efforts and a broader student achievement strategy during a governance standing committee meeting on June 2.
Bluewater District School Board passes balanced $299M budget amid rising costs and funding gaps
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) has approved a balanced $299.1-million budget for the 2026 - 2027 school year, navigating financial pressures while continuing to maintain a focus on student achievement and well-being.
South Bruce approves drainage deals, prepares to replace integrity commissioner
TEESWATER - South Bruce council approved drainage assessment agreements tied to a recent rural land severance and began preparations to replace its integrity commissioner during its May 26 meeting.
South Bruce reviews conservation deal, waste governance update
TEESWATER - South Bruce council is preparing to renew a watershed services agreement, monitor governance changes to its waste management system and stay engaged in nuclear host community discussions, according to an administrative update presented at the May 26 council meeting.
April unemployment rate decreases to 5.2 per cent
WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region…
South Bruce council moves ahead with drain improvements, paving contract and infrastructure upgrades
TEESWATER - South Bruce council is advancing a series of infrastructure projects, including major improvements to a municipal drain, following reports presented on May 26 by the municipality’s operations department.
South Bruce council receives emergency management compliance update, approves fence bylaw exemption
TEESWATER - South Bruce council received an update on emergency management compliance and approved a fence bylaw exemption during the May 26 meeting.
South Bruce advances recreation plans with new funding and repairs while preparing for summer season
TEESWATER - A $27,000 grant for outdoor play, vandalism repairs at a community centre and preparations for the summer pool season are among the latest updates outlined in a municipal recreation and facilities report.
Bluewater school board adopts measured approach to artificial intelligence in classrooms
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board is moving to formalize how artificial intelligence is used in classrooms and operations.
Bruce Grey Catholic school board expands measurement based mental health supports for students
HANOVER - The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) is expanding its approach to student mental health care through data-driven programming.
