The Chepstow Lions hosted a very successful car tour this summer, raising thousands of dollars for local organizations. Recently, the Lions presented $4,000 from the proceeds of the car tour to Saugeen Hospice Inc. and the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Lions President Amy Huber and Lion Lorne St
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Staying home when sick is the best way to prevent spread of COVID this fall
People have learned over the years that autumn brings an increase in respiratory illnesses, including the common cold.
‘Wingfield Unbound’ opens 2023-24 VJH season with laughter
Wingfield Unbound is the fourth in the Wingfield Cycle and had the Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) audience in stitches on Sunday, Sept. 24.
Fall expected to be warmer, drier than normal says Environment Canada climatologist
After a rather uneventful summer, weather wise, one climatologist believes we will have a warmer and drier-than-normal fall.
This summer’s rain may be too much of a good thing
Rain is not the only thing that makes for a bountiful harvest – sunshine is also necessary. And while this area has had more than enough of the former, that’s not the case for the latter.
When Lake Huron split in two
One day, 10,000 years ago, hunters crouched behind boulders in the middle of Lake Huron, as a long line of caribou approached on their spring migration across the lake… the hunters’ winter famine would soon be over.
Peavey Mart barbecue raises funds for hospice
Peavey Mart in Walkerton hosted a barbecue fundraiser for Saugeen Hospice on Sept. 16. The event was a success, raising $1,232 for the proposed hospice in Walkerton. Pictured, from left: Janice Hundt, manager of Peavey Mart in Walkerton, presents the donation to Ellie Locke, Rita Grubb and Pat Morle
Brockton actively seeking federal funding for three major projects
With the potential of $45 million in grant money for three federally funded projects, Brockton is looking at ways to increase its profile in Ottawa.
IN PHOTOS: Run4Health 2023
The annual Run4Health is an event that promotes a healthy and happy community. The 13th annual run on Sept. 24 drew crowds to run, walk, compete and cheer, while raising funds for the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation.
Two local drivers charged with impaired
The South Bruce OPP arrested and charged two county residents with impaired driving over the weekend.
Bruce County council asks staff for another report on development charges
Bruce County council’s corporate services committee, which met on Sept. 21, has referred development charges recommendations to staff for a report to be presented at a future meeting.
Three local municipalities stand together to fight for health care
There is strength in numbers. That’s what the leaders of three Grey-Bruce municipalities are counting on, to have full service restored to hospitals in Chesley, Walkerton and Durham.
South Bruce Dairy Club hosts Achievement Day, Sept. 9
The South Bruce Dairy Club’s Achievement Day was held on Sept. 9 at the Mildmay Fall Fair.
South Bruce sees spike in building permit fee revenue
South Bruce is on pace to match last year’s building totals in the municipality, according to a report.
Council approves zoning bylaw amendment to allow new rental unit in Formosa
Council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment request that will allow the owners of a building in Formosa to add much-needed apartment units.
