A few weeks ago, I was scrolling on Instagram and found a post that caught my attention. The post stated that, in China, researchers have developed a stem-cell based treatment that “cured” a type one and type two diabetic a year after treatment.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Bluewater board highlights summer learning, transition supports
CHESLEY - Summer learning programs that served hundreds of students were discussed during the Bluewater District School Board governance committee meeting on Sept. 2.
Regional unemployment rate rises to 4.9 per cent in August
WALKERTON - In August, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.8 percentage points to 4.9%. The Region sits at the second lowest unemployment rate in the province, behind Northwest Ontario.
Walkerton senior card results
WALKERTON - The eighteen results for euchre in the seniors’ room on Sept. 3 at the Walkerton library.
Drugs, cash seized in traffic stop
HANOVER - In the early hours of Sept. 8, Hanover Police officers conducted a traffic stop on 10th Avenue.
County residents urged to plan for pets in emergencies
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.
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.
