This might sound a bit repetitive (mainly because it is) but I get the feeling that Etobicoke native, bona fide city slicker and Ontario Premier Doug Ford (and trust me, his pedigree came first for a reason) really doesn’t get the vast majority of the province he represents (at least from a...
Walkerton Herald-Times
Province increases Ontario Municipal Partnership Funding
Huron-Bruce MPP and Minister of Rural Affairs Lisa Thompson was handing out treats on Oct. 31, announcing that the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) would be increased by $50 million to a total of $600 million for next year.
Local crokinole players compete at tournament in Owen Sound
TEESWATER - Teeswater Town Hall was the gathering place for crokinole on Wednesday, Oct. 29.
Walkerton Rotary make two donations of over $25,000
Rotary Club of Walkerton put donations towards Saugeen Hospice and the Municipality of Brockton.
Annual Veterans Dinner at Br. 102 honours those who have served
WALKERTON - The annual Veterans’ Dinner, hosted by Royal Canadian Legion Br. 102, Walkerton, is held each year to honour those who have served with Canada’s armed forces.
Carl Kuhnke moving to Chatham, stepping down from Brockton council
BROCKTON - Although serving his first term on Brockton council, Carl Kuhnke has just participated in his last council meeting. He and his wife Beth, and their two dogs Pippin and Zoe, are moving to Chatham.
Annual Cadets Mess Dinner
The 812 Buck’s Crossing Royal Canadian Air Cadets held their 54th annual mess dinner at the Hanover Legion on Oct. 27.
Province set to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into seven under new agency
TORONTO - On Oct. 31, the Ontario government announced it will soon introduce legislation to create a new agency that will change the way conservation authorities do business, while strengthening the role they play in managing watersheds and protecting communities from floods and natural hazards.
Walkerton Senior card results
WALKERTON - Seniors in the Walkerton area enjoyed euchre on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at the Walkerton library.
Help available during severe weather events
WALKERTON - Residents in Bruce County know extreme weather conditions. Temperatures can plunge below –30°C in the winter, often with biting windchill and blinding snow that closes roads. In the summer, temperatures can soar past 30°C, with humidity pushing the discomfort even higher.
Nov. 3 Young at Heart card scores
CHEPSTOW - Card scores for the Young at Heart Euchre & Solo Club for Monday Nov. 3 at the Chepstow Lions Hall.
Walkerton Legion donates $10,000 to Saugeen Hospice
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 102 in Walkerton recently presented a cheque for $10,000 to Saugeen Hospice.
Hanover Community Players’ School of Rock to premiere Nov. 28
HANOVER - Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock provides opportunity to see the talent this area has to offer on stage at the Hanover Civic Theatre.
GBS rehearse for upcoming program Almost Christmas set for Nov. 13 – 16
GREY BRUCE - Members of the Grey Bruce Singers are quickly reaching that time of year when they can offer their audiences an opportunity to think about the reason for Christmas and to experience the joy and wonderful music that goes with the season - It’s Almost Christmas!
Bruce County Council to discuss MOU with Saugeen Shores, Kincardine at meeting
WALKERTON - Bruce County Council has discussed on numerous occasions, including meetings for the county’s new Official Plan, the impact of major projects such as Bruce C on the communities that surround it.
