MILDMAY - There was a large police presence in Mildmay on July 24, resulting in one person taken into custody without incident. Police say that at approximately 2:54 p.m., South Bruce OPP responded to a call about a barricaded person at a Peter Street residence.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Walkerton Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary donates $4,000 to Saugeen Hospice
The Walkerton Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary donated the proceeds, $4,000, from the Annual Strawberry Supper to Saugeen Hospice.
Tylor O’Neil entertains in local park
July 26 marked another Music in the Park performance in Walkerton, this one featuring Tylor O’Neil.
Here we go again – new DGR proposal on radar
Dear Editor: Here we go again! It has not even been a year since they left town and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization is back on the doorstep of the Municipality of South Bruce asking to “come in.” And council opened the door!
Board applauds SVCA staff and volunteers for tree planting at Stoney Island
FORMOSA - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority staff and volunteers were commended during the July 17 board meeting for a community tree planting at Stoney Island Conservation Area. Over 2,000 trees were planted, in addition to the 3,000 already planted by SVCA staff.
Walkerton Herald-Times July 31 Turnbacks
From July 31, 1991.
Walkerton Ag Society’s Car and Truck Show draws crowds
WALKERTON - There were over 100 entries in the ninth annual Walkerton Car and Truck Show, hosted by the Walkerton Agricultural Society at the fairgrounds on July 26 – and they were beautiful!
Holmsdale Pro Rodeo returns to region this weekend
BROCKTON - The second annual Holmsdale Pro Rodeo is set for this weekend - Aug. 1-3. It’s a relatively new event on the local rodeo circuit, but already popular. Organizers say this year’s event promises plenty more of what made it such a hit last year.
Rae says municipalities have control regarding growth plans
While Brockton Council is taking a strong stand against the 15-minute city planning concept or supporting municipalities that have, Perth-Wellington MPP Matthew Rae, who is the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, says there should not be any significant concern.
Owen Riegling earns five CCMA nominations
TORONTO - Owen Riegling is headed back to the red carpet. The Mildmay native is nominated in five categories for the 2025 Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) Awards.
Plan approved for expanded Speedway use
BRUCE COUNTY - Council approved a planning application that will allow a number of additional uses at Sauble Speedway, enhancing the “economic viability” of the property.
Here’s to nasty Canadians!
Goodness gracious! Canadians are mean and nasty?
Chickenfest returns to Walkerton
WALKERTON - Start practicing your best rooster call! The Walkerton Homecoming Committee is bringing back Chickenfest, and it’s better than ever.
Dinner Over the Yokasippi River celebrates local history with fine dining in a unique setting
CARGILL - This year’s Dinner Over the Yokasippi River on July 26 (the rain date, postponed from July 19) had its weather challenges, but what’s a little rain, to a group of history and environmental enthusiasts – and those who simply enjoy a unique adventure?
South Bruce Council members question solar/farming plan
South Bruce Council members were critical of a proposal to build a solar project while continuing to farm on agricultural land, asking pointed questions about the cost of the electricity and taking the land out of regular agricultural rotation.
