In July, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.3 percentage points to 4.3 per cent, now tied for the third lowest in Ontario with the Kingston-Pembroke region.
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PJHL Pollock Division expanding to eight teams
Junior ‘C’ hockey is being revived in Centre Wellington under a new name and logo.
Bruce County asked to help sponsor 2023 Ontario Tankard/Scotties in Saugeen Shores
Doug Flowers, event chair for the 2023 Ontario Tankard/Scotties curling championship in Saugeen Shores, made a presentation to Bruce County council requesting sponsorship for this year’s event.
South Bruce recreation master plan states communities are over-serviced with facilities, volunteers are facing burn out
Council got some insight into what the next 10 years might hold for their recreation department.
Study outlines opportunities, impacts the DGR could have on local industries
The findings of the South Bruce Economic Development, Agriculture and Tourism study was presented at the Community Liaison Committee (CLC) meeting on Aug. 4 by Deloitte, the authors of the study.
West Grey Public Library goes fine free
The West Grey Public Library wants everyone to be able to enjoy the benefits of library membership.
Paramedics receive Chantry Island emergency training
Last month, the Bruce County Paramedic Services training team worked with the Saugeen Shores Fire Department and the Marine Heritage Society of Southampton to develop a training video for all paramedics and firefighters on how to respond to incidents and emergencies on Chantry Island.
Pigstock returns this weekend
After three long years of battling COVID, Pigstock is back this weekend, Aug. 12-14, celebrating its 40th anniversary in a huge way.
Peabody concerned about rising construction costs, drop in building applications
Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s disappointed with the tender results for construction of Market Garden Park.
Splash!
Oliver Huber and Lilli Popiez cool off at the Centennial Park splash pad – a popular destination for the younger set, as well as a few parents, during the recent heat wave.
Bruce County responds to changes to cost of education in awarding bursaries
The County of Bruce provides $5,400 annually in awards and bursaries to local students. The scholarships and awards bylaw update was presented to the county’s corporate services committee Aug. 4.
Bruce County council hears update on paramedicine program
There aren’t many bright and innovative lights in today’s local health-care system. One that’s making a real difference is the Community Paramedicine Program.
South Bruce Dairy Club meets at Teeswater Fairgrounds
The fourth meeting of the South Bruce Dairy Club, joined by the Arran Tara Dairy Club, was held at the Teeswater Fairgrounds on July 23.
Community Foundation Grey Bruce seeks committee, board members
The Community Foundation Grey Bruce (CFGB) is seeking passionate members of the communities it serves to become involved in its committees and board of directors. The board of directors of CFGB aims to represent the entire region of Grey-Bruce, encompassing local municipalities and First Nations.
Paisley: Trucks urged to avoid in-town detour and use alternate route
The Teeswater River Bridge replacement project, located on Bruce Road 3 in Paisley, began in May and continues to progress. Motorists can continue to drive to and through Paisley while bridge construction is underway. Paisley businesses are open.
