Mayor Chris Peabody was among the participants in the Gutsy Walk for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, on Sunday, June 5 at Walkerton District Community School. The group’s website indicates $24,369.78 was raised.
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Still time to register a team for Golf Fore Hospice
It’s the time of year when thoughts turn to long days on the fairways – in fact, the longest day of the year, golfing with friends, raising funds for a cause that will benefit the entire community.
Elmwood Fire Department hosts touch-a-truck, breakfast
The Elmwood Fire Department hosted a “Touch-A-Truck” event and breakfast on Saturday, June 4.
Peabody concerned about water tower project cost
Mayor Chris Peabody expressed concern over the cost of the water tower project.
‘Poppy rocks’ placed on graves of local veterans
Take a close look around the next time you visit your loved one’s grave, or you stroll through Walkerton’s two cemeteries.
Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala a virtual success
Who said a virtual hospital gala can’t be both elegant and successful?
Saugeen Hospice Inc. receives charitable status
The board of directors of Saugeen Hospice is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit Ontario corporation has officially received charitable status from the Canada Revenue Agency.
South Bruce Grey Health Centre CEO warns of ‘significant chance’ of ER closures this summer due to doctor shortage
Michael Barrett, CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, warns of a challenging summer ahead, in terms of keeping hospital emergency rooms open.
Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce decides not to proceed with proposed south satellite project
In a press release dated May 31 but not widely distributed, Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce (RHGB, known as Chapman House) announced it has decided it won’t be proceeding with the proposed south satellite project.
Housing studies reviewed by South Bruce CLC
Dave Rushton, project manager for the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team, and Allen Webster, director of regulatory affairs and environmental assessment at the NWMO, were back at the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting on June 2 to present the recently released studies on housing
Silent protest held outside of closed session of South Bruce council
Members of the Protect South Bruce-No DGR concerned citizens group staged a silent protest at a special South Bruce council meeting on May 31.
Pride flag raised in Wingham despite vandalism
On June 1, students from F.E. Madill Secondary School’s Plus Club, a student LGBTQIA inclusivity association, joined North Huron Reeve Bernie Bailey, township staff, and several onlookers to raise the Rainbow flag, also known as the Pride flag, in front of the town hall in downtown Wingham.
Blyth Lions Club vacate booth, council to inspect for future use
A report from Vicki Luttenberger, director of recreation and community services, informed North Huron council that the Blyth Lions Club no longer wishes to operate the concession booth located on the grounds of the Blyth Community Centre, and they have vacated the building.
Pretty in pink
Pictured sporting their pink fire helmets are Aubrey Buyerbergen, Adelyn King and Everley King at…
Lisa Thompson re-elected to fourth term at Queen’s Park
After polls closed at 9 p.m. on June 2 for the 2022 provincial election, it took no longer than 20 minutes to name the incumbent for her fourth term as MPP of the riding of Huron-Bruce.