There was plenty that made headlines over the last 12 months, as the Walkerton Herald-Times looks back on the year that was in a two-part segment. Part 2 features the months of July to December…
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Legion, Brockton council begin 2023 with traditional New Year’s levee
Members of Brockton municipal council joined members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Walkerton Branch 102, to mark the start of 2023 with the traditional New Year’s levee at the Legion hall.
Brockton digs out after Christmas snowstorm
The storm was nasty, and ruined a lot of holiday plans. People cancelled travel and postponed family gatherings. Instead of enjoying a jolly time with friends and relatives, they gritted their teeth and hauled out whatever snow removal equipment they had at their disposal.
Perfect sledding weather
Max and Kevin Kaster enjoy the snow-covered Centennial Park hill – two of many who made the most of the Christmas storm that created a winter wonderland for outdoor winter sports enthusiasts.
Eluding the forecheck
The U13 Listowel Rep B squad clashed with the Walkerton Capitals on Dec. 20 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex prior to the holiday break. Walkerton took a 5-2 decision over the Cyclones. Pictured: Listowel defenseman Tyse Hayter eludes a Walkerton forecheck.
Brockton resident charged with arson in John St. apartment fire
A Brockton resident has been charged with arson in relation to a fire at an apartment building at 308 John St. in Walkerton on Dec. 1, 2022.
Saugeen First Nation Food Bank and Garden among recipients of FCC AgriSpirit Funds
The Saugeen First Nations (SFN) Food Bank and Community Garden are one of the recipients of this year’s grants from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) AgriSpirit Funding.
Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week returns to in-person format
“We’re back to in-person,” said Lorie Smith of Grey County Agricultural Services, of Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week, Jan. 4-10, 2023.
Walkerton U13 Rep Capitals shut out Listowel
The U13 Walkerton Rep C squad travelled to Listowel to clash with the Cyclones at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on Dec. 20, skating to a 5-2 victory.
MPP presents $6M cheque for Bruce County paramedic services
In the final days of 2022, MPP Lisa Thompson made the rounds of the communities in her riding, providing greetings and funding for a number of programs.
2022 Walkerton Herald-Times’ Year in Review – Part 1
There was plenty that made headlines over the last 12 months, as the Walkerton Herald-Times looks back on the year that was in a two-part segment. Part I features the months of January to June…
Grey Bruce Public Health launches new logo, visual identity
As Grey-Bruce continues to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, the area’s Public Health Unit is thrilled to announce that it will be breathing new life into its corporate brand identity.
Bruce County prioritizes Deemerton Road project for completion
County council approved the staff recommendation from transportation and environmental services to amend the 2022 budget.
Larsen & Shaw employees make donation to Walkerton hospital
Larsen & Shaw employees recently presented a donation of $3,005 to the Walkerton & District Hospital Foundation.
Province announces funding for MRI in Bruce County
Lisa Thompson, MPP for Huron-Bruce, attended the virtual community forum on Dec. 19 to announce funding for an MRI at the Kincardine site of South Bruce Grey Health Centre, as well as funding to support infrastructure renewal.
