In a brief interview prior to the special meeting of council Tuesday, July 19, regarding the historic armouries building, Mayor Chris Peabody said three offers to purchase the building were being considered.
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Brockton tables motion on Municipal Innovation Council extension
Becky Smith, director of the Centre for Municipal Innovation, made a presentation to council at the July 12 meeting asking for a three-year extension on Brockton’s participation in the Municipal Innovation Council (MIC).
Brockton to move forward with conceptual designs for new arena
Council is divided on next steps on what to do about its aging arena.
Summer Streetfest planned for this Friday in downtown Walkerton
Downtown Walkerton will take on a party atmosphere that’s sure to attract crowds on Friday, July 22.
Private Collectors Garage Tour draws crowds of vintage car enthusiasts
It was a dream come true for vintage car enthusiasts – a unique opportunity to view private collections of antique and classic cars, and much more.
Open air fire ban issued for Perth County
Effective at midnight tonight (July 15), all open air fires are prohibited anywhere in Perth County, including the Town of St. Marys.
Huron Feeding Systems donates $25K to BMGCC reno project
Building on the personal donation of their founders Joe and Deb Seili, Huron Feeding Systems has made a $25,000 donation to support the major renovations of the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre (BMGCC).
Number of homes sold, average sale price in North Huron drop in June
The average selling price of a home in North Huron dropped below $500,000 last month.
Morris-Turnberry receives mostly good news in asset management plan
There seemed to be more positives than negatives in Morris-Turnberry’s Asset Management Plan, which was presented at the July 5 council meeting.
Council approves Belmore housing development despite planner’s concerns with potential water contamination
An application to change the zoning of a Belmore property has raised concerns for Huron County planners, however the applicants and Morris-Turnberry council disagree.
Huron County approves shortlist for affordable housing
Huron County councillors voted to move forward with prioritizing locations to build affordable housing with wrap-around supportive services, choosing from four options presented to them at the July 6 regular council meeting.
Bill Walker named president, CEO of Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries
Former Grey-Bruce-Owen Sound MPP Bill Walker’s retirement didn’t last long.
Community, project infrastructure needs reviewed by South Bruce CLC
On July 7, the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) received a presentation on community and project infrastructure needs if the deep geological repository (DGR) comes to the area.
‘Science in the Summer’ hits the road with Nuclear Innovation Institute
Whether it’s programming a friendly robot, constructing a massive marble run, or laser cutting a custom-drawn wooden butterfly, the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) Explore’s “Science in the Summer” is back for its second summer of fun.
Powwow
Children and Youth dancers celebrating their culture, dancing at the Kettle/Stony Point Powwow on July 10.