The Walkerton Fire Department and Bruce County Paramedic Services would like to thank Marvin Freiburger and Sons Inc. for their generous donation of $1,000 to each emergency response provider. Angela Freiburger presented the donation to Bruce County’s deputy chief of paramedic services, Ray Lux (lef
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Bruce County council defers decision on grant for hospice ‘south build’
Bruce County council’s executive committee voted to defer the matter of a grant to Saugeen Hospice.
‘Only one sick call away’
“We’re often only one sick call away from not being able to provide all our services,” said South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) CEO Michael Barrett in an interview last week.
Environmental studies underway in Teeswater
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) provided updates on several currently underway studies in Teeswater, outlining what they are testing from the borehole sites and providing information on the environmental studies launched earlier this year.
Food for Fines program underway at Bruce County libraries
The Bruce County Public Library is running its annual Food for Fines program at all 17 branches in Bruce County.
Brockton man charged with assault, possession of weapon
A Brockton man is one of two individuals charged by Wellington County OPP following an incident in Wellington North last week.
Province expands booster shot eligibility to those aged 50 and over
The province has announced expanded eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots to an additional 4.6 million Ontarians.
Huron-Bruce MPP calling for nominations for Remarkable Citizens awards
Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson is once again calling for nominations for this year’s Remarkable Citizens to recognize the dedication and volunteer work done by local residents.
IN PHOTOS – Mildmay’s Hanging of the Green 2021
Mildmay’s downtown was packed Friday evening, Nov. 26, with people eager to enjoy the Hanging of the Green’s Bavarian Market, visits with Santa, wagon rides and of course the highlight of the event, the Santa Claus parade.
Elmwood Chamber of Commerce hosts tree lighting ceremony
The Elmwood Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual tree lighting event on Nov. 28. The gala celebration of all things Christmas included treats, activities and Christmas carols.
Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment Committee asks South Bruce for $21K for 2022
The Walkerton and Area Physician Recruitment committee has set a budget of $85,000 for 2022.
Council addresses letter about lack of Remembrance Day service in Teeswater
A Teeswater community member expressed the hurt she felt when the Municipality of South Bruce did not host a Remembrance Day ceremony in Teeswater on Nov. 11.
South Bruce vaccination policy delayed
A survey was issued to South Bruce municipal staff to provide an opportunity to voluntarily disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status. The results showed that less than 20 per cent of all employees chose to disclose this information.
Brockton applying for grant to resurface tennis courts
The municipality is applying for a Trillium Grant for resurfacing the Walkerton tennis courts and five community playgrounds.
Bulldogs take big bite out of Hawks
Hawks fans had to forego the local Santa Claus parade to watch their team play in Kincardine on Saturday, Nov. 27. It wasn’t a pretty game as far as Walkerton was concerned, ending in a 9-1 loss.
