LISTOWEL/WINGHAM - On Oct. 22, The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) was seen striking in front of the post offices in Listowel and Wingham.
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Resurfacing of east approach to Durham Street bridge should be done by month’s end
A report that’s being presented at the Oct. 16 meeting of Bruce County council states that phase one of the Durham Street Bridge rehabilitation is complete, and phase two continues to progress on budget.
Community meetings to offer information on local human trafficking
To help raise awareness and start important conversations, the Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWBP) and partners are hosting a series of community awareness townhall meetings.
Walk for Wenjack taking place at Riverbend Park on Oct. 21
Brockton and Bruce County are hosting a Walk for Wenjack on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m. at Riverbend Park, Walkerton.
Driver airlifted from collision in South Bruce
The evening of Oct. 13, South Bruce OPP responded to the scene of a motor vehicle collision at an address along Sideroad 40, in South Bruce.
Walkerton Agricultural Society gears up for Little Royal Fair with crowning of ambassadors
The ambassador competition for the Walkerton Agricultural Society’s Little Royal Fair, Oct. 17-19, took place on Oct. 7, at the agricultural building.
County looks at reducing proposed budget increase
The proposed 5.97 per cent budget increase for Bruce County may be less than the projected 7.08%, but it’s still more than what some members of county council would like to see.
Bluewater District School Board welcomes surge in student enrolment
As students, staff, and families settle into the 2025-2026 school year, Bluewater District School Board is pleased to report a boost in enrolment. Preliminary numbers show an increase of 236 students since the fall of last year.
Final swamp tour of the season a success
It was a full house for the last Greenock Swamp Tour of the season for the Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association.
Belgrave property owners to prepare for deferred water system costs
On Oct. 7, council here received an update from Treasurer Sean Brophy signalling financial planning for property owners hooked up to the Belgrave water system.
OPP summer crime statistics show impaired driving an issue locally
At its Sept. 29 meeting, the Huron County OPP board discussed crime and traffic statistics from the summer.
Autumn Skies
Exceptional weather conditions during the last few weeks saw temperatures in Southwestern Ontario…
Province commits to assisting with OPP costs; AMO says efforts fall short
In a letter to OPP-policed municipalities dated Sept. 26, 2025, Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General’s office listed new commitments in wake of this spring’s review of the OPP cost recovery model for municipalities.
Special advisor appointed by Ontario’s Chief MOH meets with Grey-Bruce health unit and board, county representatives
On Aug. 14, the Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, (MOH) Dr. Kieran Moore, temporarily assumed the powers of the Grey Bruce Board of Health, under section 77.1 of the Health Protection and Promotion Act.
North Perth launches new public safety video to share a powerful message
LISTOWEL - The Municipality of North Perth and the North Perth Fire Department announced on Oct. 10 the launch of a new grain bin safety public service announcement (PSA) created by Memory Tree Productions.
