Ang Freiburger, on behalf of Race Team #37, met with Charlene Myke, the development manager for Easter Seals, on Saturday, Nov. 26, to give their yearly donation to Easter Seals.
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Formosa CWL gather for Christmas meeting
The Formosa Catholic Women’s League held its Dec. 6 meeting with Christmas spirit floating through the hall.
St. Joseph’s CWL honours long-serving members
Members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Women’s League – Cargill received service pins and scrolls on Nov. 27 in recognition of their years of service to the group. Pictured: (Front row, from left) Cathy Vanderlee, 40 years; Cathy Elphick, 50 years; and Wendy Weatherall, 40 years. (Back row) Anne Graf, 40
Rotary Club of Walkerton makes first draw of 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club of Walkerton held the first draw of its 2022-23 Walkerton Lottery on Dec. 8. Winners are Kevin and Kristen Schaab ($1,000), Bonne Noble ($500), Cory Culbert ($300), Angela Freiburger ($250), Dave Batte ($200) and Dr. Papaioannou ($150). The draw was made by exchange student Palmy Wiw
Walkerton Herald-Times’ Knitting Tree provides gift of warmth
All the talented knitters and crafters who donated items to the Herald-Times Knitting Tree this Christmas helped give the gift of warmth to untold dozens of children and families in need through Bruce County’s Dorrell Young Christmas Program.
Second Hand Rose Shop donates $4,000 to Walkerton hospital
The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) received a donation of $4,000 from the Second Hand Rose Shop on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Pictured at the cheque presentation are, from left: Pat Simpson, WDHF director; Brittany Hawkins, WDHF executive director; and Monica Zettel, Shirley Kuntz and Bria
SBGHC conducting review of COVID-19 vaccination policy
Among the items discussed at the Dec. 6 meeting of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre was a review of the COVID-19 vaccination policy that’s presently underway.
Brockton mayor concerned about impact of inflation
Mayor Chris Peabody said he is anticipating a very interesting ROMA (Rural Ontario Municipal Association) conference in January, as he and his counterparts across the province try to cope with the impact of inflation.
Agency nurses a major topic of discussion at hospital board meeting
The issue of agency nurses continues to be a major topic of discussion by the South Bruce Grey Health Centre board of directors.
Busy elves at Walkerton food bank
Santa’s helpers come in many shapes and forms, but these volunteers at the Walkerton food bank are smiling for a great reason – all the hampers they’ve prepared for less fortunate families this Christmas. This year, the need is greater than ever, but so is the generosity of the community.
Owen Sound man facing 65 charges following arrest in Hanover
An Owen Sound man is facing 65 charges following a nearly eight-month long investigation by the Hanover Police Service.
Unemployment rate increases, remains lowest in Ontario
The local unemployment rate increased by 0.4 percentage points in November, however it still remains the lowest in Ontario.
Saugeen First Nation declares state of emergency following another opioid-related death
The Chippewas of Saugeen have declared a state of emergency in the territory after another opioid-related death rocked the small community.
Hanover police perform CPR on person with no vital signs
Hanover police have had a busy few days.
Di Castri returns for fourth term as chair of Catholic school board
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board held its inaugural meeting on Nov. 21 at the Catholic Education Centre in Hanover.
