In January, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region jumped to 5.8 per cent, also the biggest increase (+2 percentage points) across Ontario.
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Love, Loss and What I Wore coming to Hanover Civic Theatre
Love, Loss and What I Wore, written by Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron, follows a collection of stories by Ilene Beckerman, about the nostalgic power of women’s clothing.
New group now owns Foodmart, including previous owners
While local shoppers and neighbouring business owners have aired some concerns about the future of the Mildmay Foodmart, the owners of the business, including someone new coming to the table, have bright plans for the grocery store for the future.
County council receives update on Durham Street bridge weather delays impact timing, but project is on budget
Council received a report on the immediate repairs phase of the Durham Street bridge project.
County to share cost of court security, prisoner transport with Brockton
Bruce has joined a growing number of counties including Dufferin, Lambton and Oxford in taking on a portion of the financial responsibility for court security and prisoner transportation.
U18 Midget Rep win Parry Sound Bobby Orr tourney
On the weekend of Dec. 13-15 the South Bruce Blades U18 (Midget) rep team traveled to Parry Sound to play in the annual Bobby Orr “Hall of Fame” Tier 3 tournament.
Meridian donates groceries and cash donation to Walkerton Food Bank
Thanks to the generosity of members, staff and Meridian Commitment to Communities, Meridian was…
Local ERs seeing increased patient volumes
South Bruce Grey Health Centre has been seeing increased patient volumes. CEO Nancy Shaw made note of the situation in her report to the board of directors on Feb. 5.
County of Bruce named one of top employers in region
Bruce County has recently been recognized as one of Southwestern Ontario’s top employers in the 2025 regional ‘Canada’s Top 100 Employers’ competition.
New faces at SBGHC
South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s board of directors heard the final report presented by Michelle Scime-Summers, vice-president of patient care and chief nursing executive, who is retiring.
County council amends planning recommendation for Ripley area property
The way Bruce County council dealt with a planning matter at the Feb. 6 meeting was an example, in the words of County Coun. Milt McIver (Northern Bruce Peninsula), of “the process working as it should.”
Police warn of increase in romance scams; $1.3 million in stolen property recovered in Chatsworth
Valentine’s Day is Feb. 14, and the Grey Bruce OPP are seeing an increase in the number of calls for service regarding the romance scams.
Barons continue to lead division
The Hanover Barons continue to lead the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey (PJHL) League with 33 wins, three losses, two over-time losses and one shoot-out loss totalling 69 points.
Capitals split home games, Ironmen claim win
The Walkerton Capitals entered the weekend in seventh place in the North Pollock Division, holding 20 points off nine wins, two over-time losses and one shoot-out win.
OPP hosting Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics
The Grey Bruce OPP are hosting a Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics Ontario’ on Feb. 23.
