Huron County and Bruce County will receive close to $2 million in new funding from the province to help deliver critical services, create longer-term housing solutions, and keep vulnerable people safe.
Walkerton Herald-Times
West Grey reports ‘significant results’ from AMO conference
The 2021 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, held virtually for the second year in a row, resulted in important commitments for West Grey from three provincial ministries, Enbridge Gas and Hydro One.
Walkerton Optimists host Backyard Living Tour
The Aug. 20 Backyard Living Tour, hosted by the Walkerton and District Optimist Club, offered the perfect excuse to do a bit of visiting and get some ideas on how to celebrate summer outdoor living at its best, while supporting a great cause.
Jan Johnstone nominated as the NDP candidate for Huron–Bruce
Jan Johnstone, an education and community leader, is the NDP’s candidate for Huron–Bruce.
Early childhood educators urgently needed across Grey-Bruce
Working as a registered early childhood educator is more than a job – it’s a rewarding career. Bruce County and Grey County are now recruiting early childhood educators (ECEs) who can make a positive and lasting impact on children’s lives in our region.
Young bald eagle rescued in East Ridge Business Park
The large bird had been hanging around the construction equipment in East Ridge Business Park, Walkerton, for a day or two when Matt Brownson noticed him.
Back-to-school COVID-19 vaccination clinics scheduled in Grey-Bruce
The Bluewater District School Board and Grey Bruce Catholic District School Board are advising that COVID-19 vaccination should be at the top of the to-do list for back-to-school preparations.
Bruce County decides against small business tax subclass
Bruce County has joined a growing list of counties and municipalities that have decided against implementing the province’s small business property subclass tax option.
connect2SKILLS and Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce equals successful partnership
Participants in the new connect2SKILLS construction training program got to test their skills on the job site at the Neyaashiinigmiing build with Habitat for Humanity on Friday, July 23.
Safe student accommodations 101
As students prepare to move into shared or rented accommodations to attend college or university, parents, guardians and students themselves should take an active role in finding a safe place to live.
Bruce Power donates $10K to WES for Youth Online
Bruce Power recently donated $10,000 to WES for Youth Online, through its corporate social responsibility program that invests in community initiatives focusing on health and wellness, youth development, minimizing environmental impact, and more. From the left are Jennifer Mulcaster, WES for Youth O
Approvals process for Walker West Estates hits snag
A special meeting of Brockton council was held the afternoon of Aug. 17 to discuss a snag in the Walker West Estates conditional building permit agreement and site plan approval process.
Walkerton BIA members discuss options for moving forward
The downtown business community in Walkerton has faced challenges in the past, particularly with organizations representing and promoting downtown businesses.
Walkerton resident facing child porn charges
WALKERTON – A Walkerton resident is facing multiple child pornography charges following an…
Numbers still low in Grey-Bruce but rising across the province
As of Aug. 22, the Grey Bruce Health Unit reported there were four new cases – one each in Grey Highlands, Blue Mountains, Meaford and West Grey. Over the weekend, cases were also reported in Owen Sound, Saugeen Shores, Hanover and Arran-Elderslie.
