BRUCE COUNTY - We all know it’s important to have an emergency plan for our families, but did you remember to include your pets? After all, they’re family, too.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Quilts of Valour presented in Paisley
Quilts of Valour were presented in Paisley recently.
Pool goes to the dogs!
WALKERTON - Eighteen soggy doggies enjoyed the final day of swimming – in their case, dog-paddling – at the Walkerton pool on Sept. 4, with the annual Pooch Plunge.
What’s happening at the Bruce County Public Library
BRUCE COUNTY - The leaves are changing, the kids are back in school, and the Library has lots going on. September is always jam-packed with special events -- this month includes Brockton Community Poppy Project, Culture Days and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Saddle Up trail ride raises funds for Saugeen Hospice
Local horseback riding enthusiasts participated in what was called “a trail ride with a twist” – the Sept. 7 Saddle Up for Saugeen Hospice event at River Ridge Equestrian.
Bruce County paramedics recognized with Ontario Regional Base Hospital program awards at Sept. 4 meeting
BRUCE COUNTY - The Bruce County council meeting on Sept. 4 began with the recognition of 11 members of the Bruce County Paramedic Services team.
Walkerton Clean Water Centre hosts Maintenancefest
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.
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.
