Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) celebrated 35 years of operation recently.
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NWMO invites local media to borehole sites
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) opened the two borehole sites, located on Concession 8 in Teeswater, to give local media organizations a tour and an update on the progress of the exploratory drilling.
Bruce County receives public input at meeting on development charges
The county is considering a development charge of $6,400 for a detached or semidetached residential unit, and $1.88 per square foot for industrial development.
Formosa Lions host successful turkey supper
The Formosa Lions Club held their Hot Turkey Supper on Sunday, Oct. 17. The drive-thru went off without a hitch and no long wait lines. Pictured are Lion Brian Donaldson and Lion Shirley Kuntz, who handed out the boxed meals to the patrons in their cars.
Zone 4 Chair visits Formosa Lions
Formosa Lion President Jim Batte welcomed and introduced Zone 4 Chair Lion Paul Kozma from Kincardine. Lion Paul mentioned how Lions Clubs are coping with COVID-19. He spoke about Campaign 100, which began to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lions International, which was organized in 1917 by Me
Foxton wins WDHF’s October ‘Pretty in Pink’ raffle
Walkerton resident Mark Foxton (pictured) was the October winner of the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s ongoing ‘Together in Pink’ 50/50 raffle fundraiser. Foxton was the lucky recipient of $5,540 from the October jackpot. Another notable prize winner was Walkerton resident Bridget King
Chepstow Lions make donation to hospital foundation
The Chepstow Lions Club made a $1,000 donation to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation towards the new mammography machine at the Walkerton hospital. Presenting the cheque to Andy Dales is President Lion Lorne Strauss.
Eligibility for third dose of COVID-19 vaccine expands
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization has announced increased recommendations for the administration of a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Brockton mayor may seek to override county objections to new affordable housing
An affordable housing development for Brockton continues to be a priority for Mayor Chris Peabody and his council.
Councillor asks for update on Saugeen Municipal Airport situation
During the new business portion of the Oct. 26 meeting of council, Coun. Steve Adams said he was “surprised and disappointed” that the “pilons” are still in place at the airport.
Ghosties and ghoulies take over Walkerton firehall for Halloween hijinx
Where else but a haunted firehall could Cruella Deville chat with a small Spiderman, while ghouls, goblins, pirates and Sparky the Fire Dog handed out Halloween treats on Oct. 30?
Walkerton BIA moves forward with council’s support
The Walkerton BIA is in the process of making changes that will allow it to move forward successfully.
Solar speed signs to be installed throughout Brockton
Members of the public are undoubtedly familiar with those signs that flash your speed as you enter Walkerton from east or west.
Bruce County council ‘bites the bullet,’ approves infrastructure renewal levy
Bruce County council has decided to bite the bullet, however unpalatable it might be, and implement an infrastructure renewal levy of 1.5 per cent for 2022, in addition to the 4.8 per cent regular levy.
Virtual job fair to be held Nov. 23
In response to local labour shortages, partners of the Grey Bruce Virtual Job Fair are planning a fall edition to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23, from 2 to 7 p.m.
