TEESWATER – The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is finalizing dozens of community studies regarding the Deep Geological Repository (DGR), which will be presented to the public in the next few months.
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First annual Waste Free Wednesday was a success in Wingham
WINGHAM – Pete Mulvey, coordinator of the first Waste Free Wednesday event hosted on May 4, has decided to host additional events due to success.
Mom Loves Local vendor event a success in Howick
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Council report investigates safety, width of Stone School Road
MORRIS-TURNBERRY – A complaint led the municipality to investigate Stone School Road, specifically at the location of a culvert.
MT fill, modify animal control bylaw position
MORRIS-TURNBERRY – Since the passing of the long-time former animal control officer Robert Trick last year, the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry has been working with other Huron County municipalities to find a solution to fill the vacancy.
Minto midwife experiences life in northern community
Puvirnituq is a village of about 1,500 people in the Nunavik territory of northern Quebec. A six-hour plane ride from Montreal, it is located beyond the tree line at the mouth of Hudson Bay.
Hicks takes leave of absence to focus on provincial election
Hanover’s deputy mayor has announced he will be taking a leave of absence from Hanover council to focus on his upcoming provincial election campaign.
Recognition important to recipient of 2021 Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award
The recognition of being the 2021 recipient of the Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award is gratifying to Connor Maxwell.
Local fly-fishing enthusiast seeks heritage status for Saugeen River
Jack Serre is a man on a mission – to raise the status of the Saugeen River system to Heritage River status.
Fashion show gives boost to Market Garden project
Christine Brandt of the Market Garden committee accepts a cheque from Susan Wright of Amazing Assets for $1,000, proceeds from the in-store fashion show held April 28. (Below) The gala evening included door prizes, refreshments, and an “amazing” opportunity to view the latest in lingerie, cruise wea
Brockton looking at potential buyer for industrial land
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s pleased at the response from a nuclear supplier who sent a representative to view industrial land Brockton has available in East Ridge Business Park.
Games Day event raises over $3,000 for Ukraine
Peter and Jo-Ann Carter are pleased to announce that Saturday’s Games Day at the Knights of Columbus Hall between Walkerton and Mildmay raised over $3,000 to help the people of Ukraine.
Lang running for deputy mayor
Coun. James Lang has decided to throw his hat in the ring and announced his decision to run for the position of deputy mayor in Brockton.
Friends of the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals: mission accomplished
Last week’s announcement that the emergency rooms at both the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals would be reopening to full 24-hour service – Walkerton on May 9 and Chesley in June (tentative date – June 16) – was seen by the Friends of the Walkerton and Chesley Hospitals group as a triumph.
Hike for Hospice in Mildmay raises more than $10,000
Saugeen Hospice is pleased to announce that over $10,000 was raised through Hike for Hospice held at the Mildmay Lion’s Park on May 1.