From Jan. 13, 1988
Walkerton Herald-Times
Forget the tree museum – we want our trees green and growing
We have learned to adapt to various … things … from south of the border...
Bruce Grey Farmers’ Week celebrates 60th milestone with 2026 event
ELMWOOD - Even the weather co-operated for the 60th anniversary of what’s been described as one of the best agricultural trade shows and conferences around – Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week, Jan. 7-12, at the Elmwood Community Centre.
Seven seeking vacant seat on Brockton Council
WALKERTON - The certified list of candidates for the vacant position on Brockton Council contains seven names (listed according to date filed): Michael Crawford, Robin Zettel, Hayden Oberle, Cynthia Steadman, Katie Rice, Charles Nuhn and Derrick Long.
County plans public launch of Smart Commute program
WALKERTON - At its Jan. 8 meeting, Bruce County council received an update on the county’s Smart Commute Rideshare program.
Musicians provide update on their efforts to help homeless military veterans
WALKERTON - Two local musicians have raised a remarkable $28,000 for a cause dear to their hearts – the Homes for Heroes Foundation.
Crokinole season kicks off in Teeswater
TEESWATER - The 2026 crokinole season began on Wednesday, Jan. 7 at the Teeswater Town Hall.
New Year’s baby
The first local baby of 2026, Maddox Larabee, was born to parents Kelsey and Aaron Larabee of Walkerton at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s Walkerton Hospital, on Jan. 1 at 3:12 a.m., weighing six pounds.
Single-vehicle crash claims life of driver
WEST GREY - West Grey Police Service is investigating a single vehicle collision that took place in the area of Sideroad 5 between Concessions 4 NDR and 6 NDR on Jan. 8, at approximately 5 p.m.
Capitals earn breathing space over last place with victory over Mitchell
With a win and a loss over the weekend, the Walkerton Capitals put some distance between themselves and the last-place Wingham Ironmen, simultaneously staying within striking distance of the fifth- and fourth-place teams in the North Pollock Division.
Bruce County establishes housing targets for growth expected over the next decade
WALKERTON - Bruce County has announced 10-year targets for housing, but it’s only part of the story on what’s happening in the county regarding the effort to ensure everyone has an appropriate and affordable place to live.
Hallahan Family donates $5,000 to Buy-A-Bone campaign
The Hallahan Family, in memory of loving wife, mother and Gramma Agnes Hallahan, presented a $5,000 donation to the WDHF in support of the X-ray Suite Replacement Campaign’s ‘Buy-A-Bone’ initiative.
Walkerton jail, courthouse to be topics of delegations at ROMA conference
WALKERTON - The weekend’s Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto will see Brockton representatives advocating for change with key provincial officials.
Surge push to semi-finals in Aurora’s Bentolila tournament
Midwestern Newspapers follows minor hockey cation for the week of Jan. 5 through Jan. 11.
Therapy Dogs set to visit local library branches
BRUCE COUNTY - As high school exam season approaches, Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) is set to welcome St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs to several branches to help students relax and prepare for upcoming exams.
