In September 2023, respondents from all municipalities across Bruce County provided feedback about the 2024 county budget through an online budget survey.
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Bruce County CAO Derrick Thomson retires
Derrick Thomson, CAO of Bruce County, completed his final meeting of county council on a high note.
Walkerton Optimists distribute proceeds from Catch the Ace Draw to local schools
The Walkerton & District Optimist Club recently presented $2,000 to Immaculate Conception School in Formosa, and Walkerton District Community School (K-8 and secondary). The Optimist Club is a partner in the local Catch the Ace Draw, in conjunction with the Walkerton Legion Branch 102. Their share o
Brockton shows ‘solid growth’ in 2023, says mayor
BROCKTON – The year is ending on a high note for Brockton, according to Mayor Chris Peabody. He said in an interview on Dec. 19 that even without the December numbers, the municipality issued a record number of building permits – $64 million worth. Peabody noted last year’s numbers were excellent, w
Works of Janet Saunders featured on Walkerton Art Wall
The works of Janet Saunders are featured on the Walkerton Art Wall, located at the Bruce County Public Library – Walkerton Branch, until Jan. 26.
Cast chosen for County Towne Players’ spring production
The County Towne Players have chosen a cast for their 2024 spring production of Hilda’s Yard by Norm Foster.
Walkerton Legion donates $2,000 to food bank
Royal Canadian Legion Walkerton Branch 102 donated $2,000 to the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Pictured: Phil Englishman, first vice-president of Branch 102, presents the cheque to food bank manager Dianne Waram.
Another slow month of home sales in Brockton
The slow movement of home sales in Brockton continued in November.
Cargill DCF donates CuddleCot to Walkerton hospital
Michelle Wilhelm and Liz Fry, right, of the Cargill District Community Foundation, donated a CuddleCot blanket to the Dr. RJ Creighton Family Birthing Centre at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre in Walkerton last week. Accepting the donation, from the left, are RNs Karlee Sweiger and Landa Lippert,
NWMO donates lendable tech to Bruce County Public Library
On Monday, the Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) announced the addition of 35 Launchpads to its catalogue, which were generously donated by Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO).
Police investigate arson at Hanover motel
On Friday, Dec. 15, at 6:35 p.m., Hanover police and fire department responded to a call at the Travellers Inn Motel on 7th Avenue.
IN PHOTOS: Cookies with Santa in Cargill, 2023
The Cookies with Santa event at the Cargill Community Centre on Dec. 17 was a big hit, with several families attending to enjoy some tasty treats, hot chocolate and fellowship.
Lobies Park skating oval being relocated to ball diamonds
The skating oval in Lobies Park was one of the few good things that came out of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the skating oval is being relocated to the community centre ball diamonds.
Brockton looks at future water, wastewater and stormwater servicing needs up to 2046
The end of a year is an ideal time for crystal-ball gazing. Brockton council took the opportunity at the final meeting of 2023 on Dec. 12 to take a look into future servicing needs, and planning to accommodate future growth in Walkerton.
Delegation at Bruce County council addresses battery storage project
Warren Howard, who became involved with the Multi-Municipal Energy Working Group (MMEWG) as a municipal councillor in North Perth and who has been involved for 10 years, made a presentation on battery projects at the Dec. 14 meeting of Bruce County council.