Nestled off Concession 10, Cathy and Bill Kirks ‘hidden gem’ of South Bruce, a lush farm known as Essentially Lavender, decorates the landscape with hues of purple and provides a unique agri-tourism experience for groups and individuals alike.
Walkerton Herald-Times
County seeks input on arts and culture from local residents
Bruce County continues to expand and enhance cultural opportunities and resources through its Cultural Action Plan and is eager to hear from the public about the current state of arts and culture in the region.
Selection of deputy mayor not expected to change council chemistry: Peabody
The selection of a new deputy mayor was expected to be the highlight of the July 9 Brockton Council meeting.
OPP investigating collision on Sideroad 5, police releases
Sideroad 5 in the former Brant Township of Brockton was closed the morning of July 9 due to what a police press release referred to as a “serious collision investigation.”
The Golden Anniversaries is hilarious, heartwrenching and you will be happy you saw it
Why do couples always get to this comfort level with each other where they can well and truly speak their mind - no matter the inappropriateness or vulgarity, and direct it at not only each other but also others outside of the relationship? When this happens no one is safe, not their friends, neighb
Charges laid for assault with weapon
One person is facing charges after the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of a serious assault in the Municipality of Brockton.
County approves plan to build new residence on agricultural parcel
Bruce County council took the unusual action of voting contrary to a staff recommendation regarding a planning matter at the July 4 meeting.
Rotary Club of Walkerton will reach 85-year milestone in 2024
On June 6 of 1939, the Rotary Club of Walkerton was awarded its charter from Rotary International, giving our community one of its foremost service clubs. The one-year-old Hanover Rotary Club was our sponsor, with the encouragement of the Owen Sound Club.
Midwestern Newspapers July 11, 2024 turnbacks
2014 – Seven contestants compete for fair ambassador title: Amy Kieftenburg; Candice De Weerd; Stephanie Farrish; Rebekah Hamilton; Hailey Weber; Megan Thompson; Jodi Vanden Braak.
GBPH notified of one fatal, three non-fatal drug poisonings over past five days
Grey Bruce Public Health has issued an opioid alert to community partners after receiving notification of one fatal and three non-fatal drug poisonings in the area over the previous five days.
Support for local news
We’ve been critical in recent (and not-so-recent) weeks, of numerous initiatives of Premier Doug Ford’s Conservative Ontario government, so it seems only fair to shine a light on a positive development emanating from that corner.
Council endorses housing action plan focused on fostering environment to increase number and affordability of homes
Claire Dodds, commissioner of community development, together with colleagues Tina Metcalfe, director of human resources; Jack Van Dorp, manager of land use, planning and development; and Tania Dickson, housing services manager, presented Bruce County’s housing action plan to council at the July 4 m
Bruce County council endorses key documents that provide framework for reconciliation with local Indigenous communities
Bruce County council held a special council meeting on July 4 that formalizes a historic milestone in the relationship between the county, and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation and the Saugeen First Nation, collectively known as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
Update provided on safety and well-being plan
Alexis Cook, co-ordinator of Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Planning (CSWBP) committee, presented Bruce County council with an update on what’s happened over the past year, and key priorities for the coming year.
Security concerns evident at SGBHC’s annual meeting
The 26th annual meeting of South Bruce Grey Health Centre on June 26 was different from past meetings.
