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.
Walkerton Herald-Times
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.
Walkerton Capitals U11 Rep team wins Regional Silver Stick Tournament
The Walkerton Capitals U11 Rep team is headed to the International Silver Stick.
WDCS senior girls struggle at OFSAA basketball championship
The Walkerton District Community School Riverhawks senior girls’ basketball team, ranked No. 1 in pre-tournament seeding, struggled at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) ‘A’ senior girls’ basketball tournament last week in Smithville.
Sacred Heart wins bronze at OFSAA volleyball
A large crowd gathered at Sacred Heart High School on Saturday night to welcome home the senior boys’ volleyball team, which captured the bronze medal at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) ‘AA’ championship earlier in North Bay.
Petition about airport commission being circulated in Brockton
The ongoing dispute between the Saugeen Municipal Airport Commission (SMAC) and pilot Phil Englishman has taken a new twist.
Council votes to remove holding provision from Cargill property
Council has given the go-ahead to a small apartment development in Cargill.
OPG’s nuclear waste management’s new name stresses sustainability
Fred Kuntz, Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG’s) senior manager, corporate relations, has been making a series of presentations to municipal councils; Tuesday, Nov. 23 he addressed Brockton council.
IN PHOTOS – 2021 Walkerton Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade
The excitement of having a real Santa Claus parade this year drew enthusiastic crowds downtown to applaud the glittering floats, beautiful horses and dogs, heavy machinery and emergency vehicles all dressed up for the occasion, and of course Santa Claus. The parade was organized by the Walkerton Ki
