Several historical items from Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) will be on display this summer at the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre.
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‘My body, my choice’
Two Hanover women recently expressed concern over a decision made in the United States that will profoundly affect their American sisters’ ability to access a safe therapeutic abortion. It was a right long guaranteed under that country’s constitution but not now. Sarah Sister (left) and Jenn Olivero
Walkerton Agricultural Society hosts 6th annual Car and Truck Show
Featuring antique, classic, hot rod and muscle cars, plus trucks and motorcycles, the Walkerton Agricultural Society’s sixth annual Car and Truck Show on July 23 had perfect weather to show off some beautiful vehicles. (Above left) Gavin McMann stands beside Grandpa Larry’s Mustang – a spectacular 1
Brockton changes bylaw to permit convenience stores at gas stations
Council passed what was termed a municipally initiated “houskeeping” amendment to its zoning bylaw, to afford greater flexibility for retail uses under the definition of “automobile gas bar.”
Walkerton Streetfest ‘exceeded expectations,’ says Brockton mayor
On a hot, summer Friday, July 22, Walkerton’s downtown turned into a large street festival, with live music, entertainment for the younger set, and plenty to interest their parents.
Mandatory water and sanitary sewer connection bylaw passed by Brockton council
The municipality’s mandatory water and sanitary sewer connection bylaw had been tabled at the May 10 council meeting pending a review by the solicitor.
Arra: Don’t wait until fall to get your COVID-19 booster shot
There has been a lot of discussion recently about whether it’s better to get a third or fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine now, or hold off until a vaccine with specific protection from the Omicron BA.5 variant is available, probably this fall.
Brockton councillor’s work results in provincewide changes to OPP billing model
Two years of painstaking work by Brockton Coun. Tim Elphick has finally paid off.
Local unemployment rate jumps to four per cent in June
The Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region holds the second lowest unemployment rate in Ontario, despite a 0.4 percentage point increase last month.
Brockton to implement concussion awareness policy
The municipality will be adopting a concussion awareness policy for all municipally operated recreation facilities and programs.
Walkerton Capitals sign Jett Morningstar
Along with a new team name, the Walkerton Capitals Jr. C hockey club have also added a new face to the lineup for the coming season.
Paisley bridge project underway, temporary detour bridge being constructed
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.
Willow Creek Bridge to be repaired this summer
Repairs to the Willow Creek Bridge will begin this summer.
Brockton to discuss parking issues at child care centre with BGCDSB
The municipality has passed a resolution directing staff to engage in formal discussion with the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board, to resolve concerns relating to parking and traffic movement in the parking lot at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School.
Camp Day at Tim Hortons in Walkerton
Camp Day at the Walkerton Tim Hortons saw customers and staff join forces to send kids who wouldn’t otherwise be able to attend summer camp, go on the camping experience of a lifetime.
