The second annual Holmdale Pro Rodeo was held at Holmsdale Farm near Walkerton over the weekend. There was plenty of riding, roping, team penning, trick riding and more at the event.
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‘Something for everyone’ at the 169th Teeswater Fair Aug. 15 to 17
TEESWATER - From mechanical bull rides and snowmobile drag races to quilting displays and frog-jumping contests, the Teeswater Fall Fair is returning Aug. 15 to 17 with the theme “Plenty to see from A-Z.”
Chesley Homecoming 2025: Home really is where the heart is
CHESLEY - The unveiling of an exciting new mural on the side of the Bijou Theatre kicked off a week of celebrations for Chesley’s 145th Homecoming, July 31-Aug. 3.
Peabody: Someone at IESO should be ‘held accountable’ for poor location choice for battery energy storage facility
BROCKTON - Thursday’s meeting of Bruce County council promises to be an interesting one.
Collaboration across agriculture has never mattered more
For farm leaders, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s (CFA) annual summer meeting is always a highlight on the calendar. It’s a chance to gather with other sector leaders from across the country, take stock of the current landscape, and work on charting a united path forward.
An act does not have to be criminal to be wrong
The outcome of the trial of five hockey players accused of sexual assault, has been greeted with shock from some, relief from others, and disgust by more than a few. All five were found not guilty; the judge determined the testimony of the woman who claimed they victimized her seven years ago, “not
Grey Bruce Public Health: local area has higher rates of intestinal illnesses than provincial average
OWEN SOUND - On Friday, July 25, the Grey-Bruce board of health heard a report on enteric (intestinal) illnesses in Grey-Bruce, as part of the medical officer of health’s update.
Walkerton dancer to represent Canada at 2026 Dance World Cup
WALKERTON - A young dancer from Walkerton is heading to the world stage next summer, after earning a spot on Team Canada for the 2026 Dance World Cup (DWC).
County to discuss BESS proposal
WALKERTON - A public meeting under the Planning Act is being held at Thursday’s Bruce County council, regarding the Official Plan amendment application by NEOEN for the proposed Tara Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).
Order of Canada Officer Hinton-Davis at helm of ‘Powers and Gloria’
The Blyth Festival’s remounting of the 2005 production Powers and Gloria represented the first chance for Order of Canada recipient and well-known Canadian theatre icon Peter Hinton-Davis.
‘Powers’ transports audience to a comfortable place 20 years ago
The remounting of Powers and Gloria, directed by Peter Hinton-Davis, brings to life the work of Keith Roulston, one of the Blyth Festival’s founding members, and does so in a way that makes you feel like you’re sitting in 2005, when it was first released.
Saugeen Conservation marks 75th by opening new conservation area
FORMOSA - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s 75th anniversary celebration was marked with a major announcement on July 29.
Belmore Stingers distance themselves from second, third place in HCFL
he Belmore Stingers remain atop the Huron County Fastball League, having two wins over their closest competition.
Busy month coming up at libraries
Where is the summer going? It is hard to believe we are already seven months into 2025, and fall is around the corner. Summer Reading Club is in full-swing – all ages can still sign up on Beanstack to track your reading and a chance to win one of our prizes. Check out all the great stuff still to co
Teeswater resident nominated for CCMA award for podcast focussing Canadian country artists
TEESWATER - Local resident Jenna Weishar is making big waves in the Canadian country music scene. The podcast co-hosted by the Teeswater resident, On The Porch with Front Porch Music, has been nominated for a 2025 Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA) Award, the only podcast to receive a nomina
