As the solar eclipse approaches, Bruce County Public Library is pleased to announce that it will be distributing solar glasses adhering to the ISO 12312-2 standards outlined by the Ministry of Health in Ontario.
Walkerton Herald-Times
You asked about hospice
People have been asking questions about Saugeen Hospice, and it’s time for some answers. This is the first of a series of articles to provide the information you’ve been looking for.
Peabody: Good news about the Durham Street bridge – contractor to begin repairs
Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody (Brockton) said he has a busy week ahead, with three county-related meetings.
Robbery investigation in Chesley results in temporary lockdown at local school
An elementary school in Chesley was placed in “hold and secure” while officers responded to a reported robbery on March 27, at 11:36 a.m. Police say the reported robbery took place in a wooded area in Chesley.
Bruce County ‘encouraged’ by provincial budget
Bruce County is encouraged by the provincial budget tabled last week by Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.
Court of Appeal’s ATV decision has disturbing implications
A recent decision by the Ontario Court of Appeal has disturbing implications for owners of such vehicles as ATVs.
Two local musicians set to launch new CD as fundraiser for ‘Homes for Heroes’ foundation
Pat McNinch and Tom Traversy have been using their musical talents and military connections to benefit people who have put their lives on the line for this country, and who desperately need a helping hand.
Halt all hiring – immediate fix for reining in unchecked gov’t bureaucracy
Most Canadians would not be surprised to learn there are way too many civil servants in Ottawa.
Bruce County ‘encouraged’ by provincial budget
BRUCE COUNTY – Bruce County is encouraged by the provincial budget tabled last week by Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy.
Lang to continue as deputy mayor
James Lang has announced his intention to continue to serve the municipality as Brockton’s deputy mayor.
Referendum question goes before council
South Bruce council held a special meeting on Tuesday, April 2. The single item on the open session agenda was the clerk’s report on the byelection question for the ballot on NWMO’s site selection.
Professor seeks SVCA endorsement of application to declare Greenock ‘Wetland of Distinction’
Prof. Susan Glasauer of the University of Guelph and Society of Wetland Scientists made a presentation to Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s board of directors on March 21, seeking endorsement of an application to declare the Greenock Swamp a “Wetland of Distinction.”
Owen Sound to Wiarton transit route funded until the end of the year
Bruce County has agreed to help fund the Grey Transit Route service between Owen Sound and Wiarton until the end of the year, but has stated that without financial support from the province, the route is not sustainable.
Peabody: Notice of motion to come before council on issue of smoking near WDCS
Mayor Chris Peabody said prior to the March 26 meeting of Brockton council, that Coun. Greg McLean would be making a notice of motion regarding the issue of smoking in the vicinity of Walkerton District Community School.
What’s Happening in Brockton at the Bruce County Public Library
Wow, March has flown by! So much happening at the library this month.
