A typical go-to Halloween costume - whether it’s a last-minute decision or a lack of better options - is a witch. It’s not just a classic costume; it’s a statement to the world that the costume-wearer is proud to be a unique individual with differing opinions or skills from societal norms.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Walkerton Herald-Times Oct. 30 Turnbacks
From Oct. 28, 1987
Whether carved turnips or inflatable plastic pumpkins, Halloween means haunting Jack O’Lanterns
Ooooooh! Ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties, and things that go bump in the night, Good Lord deliver us!
Ghoulishly good fun at the Safety Village
The Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village held its Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Staff shortages trending downward at Brucelea Haven
WALKERTON - Staffing at Bruce County’s long-term care homes continues to be a challenge, as it is right across the province, according to the operations report presented to Bruce County’s Long-Term Care Committee of Management on Oct. 16.
SVCA board discusses membership for low water response program
FORMOSA - According to the program report presented to the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) board of directors at its Oct. 16 meeting, this area has been in a Level 1 drought due to a shortage of rainfall in August and September.
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board endorses planning permits for September
FORMOSA - The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority board of directors endorsed the issuing of 39 permits by the environmental planning and regulations department between Aug. 25 and Sept. 25 – but not without lengthy discussion.
Walk for Wenjack inspires reconciliation efforts across Bruce County
WALKERTON - Community members gathered at Riverbend Park on Oct. 21 for the Walkerton Walk for Wenjack, one of many events of its kind supporting the Downie-Wenjack Fund (DWF) and raising awareness of the impacts of residential schools.
Ceramic poppy garden continues to grow at Walkerton Legion
WALKERTON - A ceramic garden continues to grow with hand-made poppies, created by community members and set up for display in the Walkerton Legion.
Bruce paramedics receive exemplary service medals
BRUCE COUNTY - Two Bruce County paramedics are among 130 recently awarded the Governor General’s Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal. The award recipients come from 37 of Ontario’s 57 paramedic services.
Mildmay-Carrick Optimist Club supports The Bridge Learning Centre
The Mildmay-Carrick Optimist Club is a proud supporter of The Bridge Learning Centre ,Walkerton. A press release notes the centre operators believe in “unlocking the full potential of every child through personalized education, tailored to their unique learning needs.
Walkerton Senior cards
WALKERTON - Seniors enjoyed euchre at the library in Walkerton on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
Knox Presbyterian church donates to foodbank
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Chepstow Young at Heart card scores
CHEPSTOW - Scores for Monday October 20 for the Young at Heart Euchre and Solo game at the Chepstow Lion’s Hall.
Capitals claim back-to-back wins
The Walkerton Capitals squad earned its second and third win of the season, both in overtime over the weekend, downing the Mitchell Hawks 5-4 and the Wingham Ironmen 3-2.
