The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) hosted more than 60 operators of drinking water systems across Ontario for the annual Maintenancefest Aug. 26 and 27.
Walkerton Herald-Times
County reflecting on residential school impacts throughout autumn
BRUCE COUNTY - Throughout the month of September, a variety of events, ceremonies and actions across Bruce County are leading up to Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30.
Walkerton Senior card results
WALKERTON - Euchre was enjoyed on Wednesday, Aug. 27 at the Walkerton Library.
Brad Wilken Memorial event raised over $13,000 for Saugeen Hospice
CARGILL - Organizers say this year’s annual Brad Wilken Memorial Poker Run and Car Cruise was a resounding success, with new elements to add to the event’s success.
$10,000 donation towards X-Ray Suite
Barbara Vandenbor presents Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s X-Ray Suite Replacement fundraising committee with a $10,000 donation.
A new school year, a new musical for HCP
HANOVER - The Hanover Community Players (HCP) held their first read-through and rehearsal this past Tuesday.
Walkerton skater Josie Girodat attains Gold Level Freeskate
WALKERTON - The Walkerton Figure Skating Club (WFSC) is celebrating a historic milestone as local skater Josie Girodat has officially achieved her Gold Level Freeskate Assessment, a feat not accomplished at the club in over 22 years.
Stewart suggests hiring a lobbyist to push for new senior school
KINCARDINE - Council here passed a motion during its Aug. 27 meeting, made by Coun. Rory Cavanagh and seconded by Mayor Kenneth Craig, stating, in part, that council is directing staff “to continue advocating …"
Plans in works for more housing in East Ridge
BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody said Tuesday that plans are in the works on an initiative in East Ridge that would result in more affordable housing for Brockton.
Bus safety program prepares first time riders
Children and their families learned the ins and outs of bus safety during the First Rider Program hosted by the Association of Grey-Bruce Bus Operators.
South Bruce OPP investigating fatal Aug. 28 collision near Elmwood
ELMWOOD - Bruce Road 10 between Concession 4 and Concession 6 has reopened following a fatal motor vehicle collision.
County set to host inaugural cultural symposium Oct. 8
CHESLEY - Join Bruce County representatives for the first ever cultural symposium, on Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chesley Community Centre.
Council chooses enhanced option for new Centennial Park pavilion
WALKERTON - During its Aug. 26 meeting, Brockton Council voted in favour of “option B” for the new pavilion in Centennial Park.
Garbage bag tags price increase rejected by council
WALKERTON - It’s been a couple of years since Brockton ratepayers have seen an increase in the cost of garbage bag tags.
Commemorative benches installed at Victoria Jubilee Hall
WALKERTON - Three new commemorative benches have been installed at the east (main) entrance and the gazebo at Walkerton Victoria Jubilee Hall.
