Jeff Loney, manager of economic development, announced that eight Bruce County-area entrepreneurs have each been awarded a $5,000 microgrant to support their small business through the Starter Company Plus program.
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Report presented on parking lot situation at Brockton Child Care Centre
When the Brockton Child Care Centre was constructed at St. Teresa School in Walkerton, the parking area met the needs of both school and daycare. It doesn’t now.
St. Joseph’s Aid Society holds annual meeting
Conrad Van Eyken, acting president of the St. Joseph’s Aid Society, welcomed members to the March 20 annual meeting and opened with a prayer. Because of COVID there has been no annual meeting since 2019, and those minutes were now accepted and carried, and the 2022 financial report was read, accepte
Formosa Country Christmas makes donation to Salvation Army
It was Christmas all over again for the Salvation Army in Hanover. Carl Zettel (second from left), and Shannon Wood (far right) with Formosa Country Christmas (FCC), donated $1,500 to this incredible cause. “We were very pleased that we could share some of our proceeds with such a great organization
It all started with a letter
It all started with a letter dated Oct. 10, 1968.
Bruce County warden pleased with provincial budget
Warden Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, said he’s pleased with the 2023 provincial budget, outlined last week – especially increased funding for job training for youth, hospice, and mental health.
‘Welcome drink’ sponsor announced for Walkerton hospital gala
On March 22, Rick and Maureen Schuler and Heather and Paul Kueneman presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) with a $1,000 for a “welcome drink” sponsorship at the 2023 “Evening In Tuscany” Gala. The gala will take place on Saturday, April 29 at the Cargill Community Centre.
Ron Schnurr appointed to vacant South Bruce council seat
South Bruce has its newest member of council. Council met on March 21 to fill the vacant Mildmay-Carrick Ward council seat. The vacancy on council was due to the resignation of Coun. Audrey Bross earlier this year.
Local student wins District Legion award
Rich Henry, youth education chair for the Walkerton Legion, presented an award on behalf of the District C Remembrance Poster and Literary Competition to one of our local students. Amelia Ruetz, right, from Mildmay-Carrick Public School, placed second in the Primary Black and White Poster competitio
Bruce County to take responsibility for Municipal Innovation Council
The Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) was formed in 2020, and has undertaken studies and projects that have resulted in cost savings, information sharing and technical advances that benefit all municipal members.
Steady start to 2023 for building in South Bruce
2023 has gotten off to a steady start in South Bruce when it comes to the building department.
SBGHC appoints new president and CEO
The board of directors of South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) announced on March 22 that Nancy Shaw has been appointed as the hospital’s president and chief executive officer, effective April 1.
C&M Seeds’ winter canola – high risk, high reward
C&M Seeds is no stranger to being a leader in their industry. They’re “committed to advancing the future of agriculture” and “doing everything they can” to aid in making crop production a profitable venture.
‘Normal’ best description of spring, summer forecast, says climatologist
As David Phillips likes to say, “You’re only as good as your last forecast.”
‘The training is missing’
Jason Wolf is passionate about his job. The Palmerston resident works in the highly-specialized field of telecommunications, making sure towers are properly constructed and those working on the towers stay safe.
