One issue that arose during 2022 budget deliberations was the need for a retaining wall at the Optimist Park playground adjacent to the arena.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Skating oval still an attraction
Despite yo-yo weather patterns that have included extreme cold, snow, rain and unusually warm temperatures, the skating oval in Lobies Park continues to attract skaters of all ages – a credit to the hard work of recreation department staff. The skating oval and cross-country ski trail have proved to
Brockton passes budget with 3.51 per cent increase
Brockton had a productive budget meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, and ironed out the final details, deciding on a 3.51 per cent increase for an overall 2022 budget of $10,432,163.
MZO public meeting ties labour market issues to housing availability
Brockton has a lot of land that’s ready to be developed in the area of the East Ridge Business Park.
Emergencies Act invoked for first time in response to blockades, occupation
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared a national emergency in response to the recent blockades of Canada-U.S. border crossings and the occupation of Wellington Street in downtown Ottawa.
Midwestern Newspapers receives 12 OCNA award nominations
The Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) announced the finalists for its 2021 Better Newspapers Competition this week, with Midwestern Newspapers picking up 12 nominations in recognition of some top-tier local news coverage last year.
One charged following threat at Walkerton school
One person is in custody following a reported threat at a school in Walkerton this morning.
Province accelerates timeline for lifting public health measures
The Ontario government has announced an accelerated timeline for lifting numerous public health measures designed to limit the spread of COVID-19, including ending provincial proof of vaccination requirements in most settings by March 1.
‘The eyes of the world are upon us’: Ford declares state of emergency, tells Ottawa protesters to ‘go home’
Ontario Premier Doug Ford drew a line on Feb. 11, declaring a provincial state of emergency and pleading to protesters gathered in Ottawa and at critical Canadian border crossings to leave.
Lobb tables bill to exempt farmers from carbon tax
Ben Lobb is spearheading another attempt to remove the federal carbon tax from fuels used for drying grain and heating barns, along with other specific farming activities.
Water Walkers from Saugeen Ojibway Nation speak to South Bruce CLC members
The South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) invited Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) Water Walkers to present the meaning of Water Walks to advance their awareness about Indigenous knowledge in the community.
South Bruce’s operating budget impacted by a spike in insurance costs
According to a report presented to council, South Bruce’s operating budget will impact the municipal tax levy by 3.7 per cent.
Community Foundation Grey Bruce open for spring grants, scholarship applications
Community Foundation Grey Bruce invites charities and non-profit organizations across Grey and Bruce counties to submit grant applications for Spring Community Grants before April 15.
New art exhibits open at Bruce County museum
This winter, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites everyone to experience two new and exciting art exhibitions, Re:Collections (until April 2) and Hope and Healing (Feb. 14 - March 31).
Bruce County comments on Krug Estate decision
Following a public hearing on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, Justice G. D. Lemon of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice determined that Bruce County breached the restricted purpose of the charitable Bruce A. Krug Estate trust.
