The Rotary Club of Walkerton recently presented a $10,000 cheque to Brockton’s Community Services Director, Colleen Gillis, for the tennis/pickleball courts and $2,500 for the Saugeen Rotary Trail. The $10,000 is part of the Rotary Club’s $25,000 commitment to the project. Pictured for the tennis/pi
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Elmwood hosts annual tree lighting event
The annual tree lighting event in Elmwood was perfectly timed – snow began to fall on Sunday afternoon, adding to the ambiance of the event.
Brockton wants to see numbers regarding Municipal Innovation Council
Council continues to question the value of the Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) – not the concept, but the numbers.
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.
