Council got some insight into what the next 10 years might hold for their recreation department.
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Study outlines opportunities, impacts the DGR could have on local industries
The findings of the South Bruce Economic Development, Agriculture and Tourism study was presented at the Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting on Aug. 4 by Deloitte, the authors of the study.
Goderich Mayor John Grace has passed away
John Grace, mayor of the Town of Goderich, has passed away.
Children’s safety village teaches key lesson – children’s safety: priceless!
Al Leach, vice-president of Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village, began his presentation at the Aug. 4 meeting of Bruce County council, with a question: “If you could make a difference in the life of a child – would you?”
West Grey Public Library goes fine free
The West Grey Public Library wants everyone to be able to enjoy the benefits of library membership.
Paramedics receive Chantry Island emergency training
Last month, the Bruce County Paramedic Services training team worked with the Saugeen Shores Fire Department and the Marine Heritage Society of Southampton to develop a training video for all paramedics and firefighters on how to respond to incidents and emergencies on Chantry Island.
Pigstock returns this weekend
After three long years of battling COVID, Pigstock is back this weekend, Aug. 12-14, celebrating its 40th anniversary in a huge way.
Peabody concerned about rising construction costs, drop in building applications
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s disappointed with the tender results for construction of Market Garden Park.
Bruce County responds to changes to cost of education in awarding bursaries
The County of Bruce provides $5,400 annually in awards and bursaries to local students. The scholarships and awards bylaw update was presented to the county’s corporate services committee Aug. 4.
Bruce County council hears update on paramedicine program
There aren’t many bright and innovative lights in today’s local health-care system. One that’s making a real difference is the Community Paramedicine Program.
Burn ban lifted in Perth County
The open-air fire ban that was issued on July 15 will be lifted at midnight tonight.
Sunflower Walk to benefit local family, Mental Health Association
NORTH PERTH – There’s nothing quite like a field of sunflowers to raise one’s spirits.
Brussels Transport pledges $250,000 for BMG Community Centre project
The Jutzi Family of Brussels Transport Ltd. has committed a generous $250,000 donation to the Inspiring Our Future campaign to benefit the redevelopment of the BMG Community Centre.
Farrish Construction proposes to more than triple gravel limits
According to a letter to Howick Township, Farrish Construction is applying for a limit increase on the amount of tonnage permitted to be extracted per year, from 30,000 to 100,000 at their gravel pit located on Quarry Line.
Morris-Turnberry, CKNX to sign tower use agreement
Council has approved an agreement with Blackburn Media, owners of CKNX, that will allow the municipality use of the CKNX radio tower for a new radio system.