Council has awarded the contract for a comprehensive zoning bylaw review. And the good news for ratepayers is that the review should come in under budget.
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Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming less than 100 sleeps away
With only three months until the big weekend of Aug. 3-7, the Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming 2023 Committee held their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 25.
South Bruce council wants more info before moving forward with electric vehicle charging stations
Council wants more information about what is involved with installing an electric vehicle (EV) charging station within South Bruce.
Hike for Hospice goes May 7 in three locations
Hike for Hospice is holding three hikes this year, all on May 7 at 1 p.m. – Walkerton at the agricultural building, Hanover at Pavilion Park, and Mildmay – Lions Pavilion behind the arena. Cookies, beverages and trail maps will be available. Don’t forget proper footwear! A dedicated local supporter
Bruce County seeks public input on transportation
Bruce County is undertaking a transit demand and feasibility study to get input on the need and demand for transit solutions for county residents, workers, students, and visitors.
Peabody: County to look at sustainable, attainable housing
Brockton Mayor and Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody has arranged for a presentation at the May 4 meeting of Bruce County council, by Georgian Bay Housing Development Corp.
Formosa CWL welcomes guest speaker
The Formosa Catholic Women’s League (CWL) celebrated their annual mass and breakfast on Sunday, April 23.
Walkerton Legion supports WDCS lacrosse program
Walkerton District Community School is starting a lacrosse team. The Walkerton Legion recently donated $1,000 to help with equipment costs and travel expenses for the newly-formed team. Pictured are Josh Bartlett, Mathew Eckert, Rich Henry Youth Education Chairman, and Travis Gibbons.
Sistema Walkerton receives donation from local insurance company
Trillium Mutual Insurance recently announced a $2,000 donation to Sistema Walkerton though its ROOTS Community Fund.
What’s happening at the library?
Spring is here and the Bruce County Public Library is getting ready for warmer days. The library is always busy, and April was no exception.
Victoria Jubilee Hall receives grant to repair and refurbish 15 windows
Council approved an application to the heritage fund for repairing and refurbishing 15 windows at Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH).
‘An Evening in Tuscany’ marks a return to in-person hospital foundation gala
After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala returned to an in-person format on Saturday, April 29.
Council wants options for new Walkerton arena time clock
Council had no questions about the need to replace the time clock at the Walkerton Community Centre. The 20-year-old clock hasn’t been functioning well for a couple of years, and tends to cut out mid-game.
Council discusses need for safety measures on Ridout Street
The issue of speeding on Ridout Street in Walkerton emerged during the new business portion of the April 25 meeting of Brockton council.
OPP issues public safety warning about lethal substance being sold online
Police have issued a warning for Ontario residents about a potentially lethal substance being sold and distributed within the province.
