Council continues to question the value of the Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) – not the concept, but the numbers.
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Discussion heated during second public meeting for proposed battery electricity storage project
As of press time, there was still a question of whether Brockton council would vote to support Alectra/Convergent’s application to the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) for a battery electricity storage system (BESS) facility near Cargill.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Walkerton Santa Claus Parade
Glittering floats, giant trucks bedecked with lights, firefighters collecting food for the food bank, costumed walkers handing out candy to the little ones and a grandparent or two, crowds of smiling faces and holiday music combined into an hour-long parade to welcome the star of the show, Santa, in
Bruce County Public Library holds workshop to help seniors protect themselves from fraud
The Bruce County Public Library held a fraud prevention workshop for seniors on Nov. 7. The virtual presentation was available both online and at the Chesley and Port Elgin branches.
Schuett Furniture and Appliances revitalize storefront to match business goals
In 1906, the Schuett family started Schuett Furniture and Appliances to service Mildmay and the surrounding communities.
AORS pleased province introducing bill banning providers from charging for utility locate services
News of the province introducing a bill that will prohibit underground infrastructure owners and operators from charging fees to locate telecommunications lines, water mains and gas pipelines was well-received by the Associations of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) last week.
‘It’s an eye opener’
Council appeared to be pleased with the results of the recent Food Cycler pilot project in the municipality.
South Bruce awards tender for curbside garbage collection
Council has elected to remain with its current curbside garbage collection provider.
Residents ask council to reconsider Filsinger Drain project
Two residents who own property serviced by the Filsinger Drain have asked council to reconsider moving forward with the project.
Removal of temporary bridge in Paisley has begun
Removal of the temporary bridge in Paisley is underway.
Bruce County’s long-term care homes implement new technology
Earlier this month, Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody visited Gateway Haven long-term care home in Wiarton for a tour and new technology demonstration.
‘Food for Fines’ returns to local libraries
Last week, the Bruce County Public Library announced its participation in two innovative programs this holiday season that are open to public support: Food for Fines and the Tree of Warmth.
Community Foundation Grey Bruce grants $191K across region
The Community Foundation Grey Bruce is congratulating 35 organizations that are receiving grant dollars through the fall community grants and 2023 capital grant applications; $191,000 will support charitable programs and capital projects right across the region this fall and into 2024.
Three intersections approved for all-way-stop signage
Bruce County council has approved new stop signs for three intersections – Bruce Road 19 and Bruce Road 30/Sideroad 30 N (on the border between Brockton and Arran-Elderslie), Bruce Road 1 and Concession 20/Baseline Road North (Brockton), and Bruce Road 13 and Bryant Street/Oliphant Way (South Bruce
SHHS girls’ hockey team compete in Listowel tourney
The Walkerton Sacred Heart Catholic High School Crusaders took part in Listowel DSS’s Lightning Girls’ Hockey Early Bird Classic on Nov. 15, including a preliminary round matchup against the Kincardine DSS Knights last Wednesday morning (pictured). Scared Heart would drop the game 3-1, and KDSS woul
