Mayor Chris Peabody has introduced a motion at council calling for the province to increase payments to people with a disability, as well as programming for homelessness and drug addiction.
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Chesley hospital ED closed for the next eight weeks
It was during the Oct. 6 meeting of Bruce County council that the public first became aware the temporary full closure of the emergency department at the Chesley site of South Bruce Grey Health Centre was coming, although there had been rumblings prior to that.
Walkerton Little Royal junior and senior ambassador crowned
The Little Royal Fair has new junior and senior ambassadors. Hayden Oberle (second from left), senior ambassador, a Grade 11 student at Sacred Heart High School, and Callie Leifso (second from right), junior ambassador, a Grade 8 student at Walkerton District Community School, were crowned during a
Debit card payment to be accepted at Teeswater landfill beginning Jan. 1
Council agreed that it is time to accept debit card payments at the Teeswater landfill. Staff says they would like to see how it is received before introducing debit payments at the Mildmay landfill.
Council defers application for second Hillcrest Street apartment building
Council agreed to defer a zoning bylaw amendment for a second apartment building off of Hillcrest Street in Teeswater until additional information can be provided after residents voice their concerns at the Sept. 27 council meeting.
Neyaashiinigmiing chief delivers heartfelt speech at National Truth and Reconciliation Day gathering
The Chief (Gimaa Kwe) of the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, Veronica Smith, spoke to the hundreds of people who attended the National Truth and Reconciliation Day remembrance walk on Sept. 30, delivering a heartwarming and eloquent speech acknowledging those children who never made it hom
Club Champions crowned at Walkerton Golf and Curling Club
The Walkerton Golf and Curling Club recently crowned its club champions for the 2022 season. Club…
Walkerton Capitals earn point against first-place Hanover Barons
This was what a lot of people have been waiting for – a game between two strong teams, filled with end-to-end action from the first faceoff to the final whistle in overtime, and Walkerton stands filled with cheering hockey fans.
Formosa outdoor sports pad ribbon cutting set for Oct. 15
As the Formosa Outdoor Sports Pad project is almost complete, it is time to celebrate the hard work of those who volunteered to see this project through.
Peabody pleased with discussion at all-candidates meeting
Mayor Chris Peabody said that overall, he’s pleased with the Sept. 28 all-candidates meeting at Victoria Jubilee Hall, conducted by the Rotary Club of Walkerton.
Hanover Library, Saugeen Artists Guild to host gala
This year’s Art Under the Harvest Moon gala marks the third opportunity for the Hanover Public Library Board to host an art gala with the Saugeen Artists Guild. This year’s event will take place at the Hanover Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 7-11 p.m.
Walkerton & District Food Bank holds volunteer appreciation luncheon
The Walkerton & District Food Bank recently held its Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon.
Municipality impacted financially by encampment response
A report prepared by Dieter Weltz, building and planning manager, and Sonya Watson, CAO, and presented at the Sept. 20 council meeting, discussed the municipal response to encampments.
Delegation convinces council to investigate culvert construction
A local business owner claims that culvert work completed by the province along Highway 9, north of Mildmay, was done incorrectly and it is now causing damage to his property.
Council, school board trustee candidates square off in Brockton all-candidates’ debate
Some of the issues raised at the candidates’ meeting at Victoria Jubilee Hall on Sept. 28 were expected, but there were a few surprises.
