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Province expanding fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose eligibility

Jordan Snobelen July 13, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Ontario’s top doctor Kieran Moore appeared on July 13 for his first scheduled public COVID-19 briefing since April to announce expanded fourth dose COVID-19 vaccine eligibility.

Jimmy Keys entertains in Mildmay

Pauline Kerr, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Walkerton Herald-Times

The incomparable Jimmy Keys treated his Mildmay audience to a hilarious show filled with music, fun and glitter. The July 8 performance at the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Centre was hosted by the Rotary Club of Mildmay. Keys, a gifted musician and comedian, is familiar to area audiences, having perfo

Momma B’s consignment store opens in Walkerton

Pauline Kerr, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Located at 24 Jackson St. S., right in the downtown core, Momma B’s is a consignment store with a difference.

Bruce County staff update council on housing and homelessness plan

Pauline Kerr, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County’s human services committee heard the annual progress report on the Housing and Homelessness Plan during the July 27 council meeting.

Brockton looks at having conceptual drawings prepared for a new arena

Pauline Kerr, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Council is taking a step forward in planning the future of the Walkerton arena and community centre.

Cruisin’ down the river

Pauline Kerr, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

What better way to spend a perfect, sunny Sunday in July than canoeing down the beautiful Saugeen River? This trio visiting from Oxford County – Kalen, Bobby and Danielle – agree that the answer is, “Nothing!” They were among several canoeists launching from the popular Lobies Park boat area.

Former Cycs join Barons

Dan McNee July 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

Two former Listowel Junior Cyclones defensemen will be donning red and black jerseys of a different nature for the 2022-23 hockey season.

‘They’ve got to get in there and get these guys out’

Dan McNee July 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

“…Percentage wise our casualty list was far greater than that of Toronto… The metropolis had dozens of deaths in their million and a quarter population. We had two men killed. Knew them as fellow townsmen and neighbours. Knew their hobbies, their personalities and their ambitions. Hazel hit us very

Grain Farmers of Ontario taking applications for Legacy Scholarship

Connor Luczka, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter July 13, 2022Listowel Banner, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The Grain Farmers of Ontario are accepting application for the Legacy Fund Scholarship, encouraging “the pursuit of higher education in any area of study that will benefit agriculture or agri-food and support(ing) the development of future leaders in these areas.”

Chesley emergency department closed for portion of weekend

Midwestern Newspapers July 8, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Less than a month after reintroducing 24/7 service at the Chesley hospital’s emergency department, South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has announced temporary closures this coming weekend “due to a number of unexpected staff absences.”

Ford holds first cabinet meeting of new term

Submitted July 6, 2022News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Premier Doug Ford’s provincial cabinet of ministers met for the first time on June 29 in Toronto and included the re-appointed Minister of Agriculture, Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson, pictured left. Also pictured are Sylvia Jones (centre), minister of health and deputy premier, and Premier Doug Ford.

GBLIP resources supporting Ukrainian newcomers

Submitted July 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership (GBLIP) has launched the Resources for Supporting Ukrainian Newcomers page on its website. These resources are in response to the community’s growing desire to support Ukrainians fleeing the war and help them to settle in our region.

Bruce County appoints new employment services manager

Submitted July 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County is pleased to announce the appointment of Aaron Stauch as its new employment services manager, effective July 25.

South Bruce councillors express concern over surplus farm dwelling severances

Mike Wilson July 6, 2022Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Two members of South Bruce council have expressed their concerns about the future impact of surplus farm dwelling severances on the agricultural industry.

South Bruce doubles budget for façade improvement grant program

Mike Wilson July 6, 2022Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Council has approved a request from staff for an additional $10,000 in this year’s budget for the façade improvement grant program.

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Nater calls for resignation of Hockey Canada CEO in wake of more sexual assault allegations

Perth-Wellington MP John Nater has called for the resignation of Hockey Canada’s CEO and a shakeup of the organization’s leadership in the wake of historic sexual assault allegations involving top Canadian junior hockey teams.

Budget amendments, bylaw enforcement shortages discussed during recent meeting

At the May 16 North Perth council meeting, many important motions were brought to the table, including budget amendments for the learning hub initiative and issues concerning bylaw enforcement shortages.

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County warns motorists not to cross the line – until it dries

BRUCE COUNTY – The Bruce County line painting contractor will begin line painting operations on county roads for the 2022 season on Tuesday, May 10.

Region’s unemployment rate drops to 3.3 per cent

WALKERTON – In April, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region decreased by 1.2 percentage points to 3.3 per cent, remaining the second lowest in Ontario.

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Saugeen Ojibway Nation announce collaboration with Parks Canada, NDMNRF

LAKE HURON – Together with Giigoonyag (Fishes) Project is a collaboration between Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), Parks Canada (PCA), and Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (NDMNRF), to better understand the health of dikameg (lake whitefish) and other fi

National Day of Awareness for MMIW2S ceremonies meant as reminder to learn more

SAUGEEN – The haunting cry of a Mi-Gi-Zi’ (Eagle) filled the air during a ceremony honouring murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls, and 2-spirits (MMIWG2S).

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Rural hospitals face unique challenges

Ontario’s premier made a statement recently that had a lot of people scratching their heads – very carefully, to avoid injury that might necessitate a trip to the emergency room.

It starts with an apology

After six days of apologies by the leader of the Roman Catholic Church for the horrendous abuses perpetrated on Indigenous children and families through the residential school system in Canada, come the questions.

Putting epidemics into perspective

There is no more effective way to throw fear into the hearts of the general public than to mention the word “epidemic.”

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NWMO announces altered timeline for selecting preferred DGR site

By Midwestern Newspapers

It appears the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) needs more time to identify a preferred site to host a deep geological repository for Canada’s used nuclear fuel.

Chesley emergency department closed for part of weekend

By Midwestern Newspapers

For the second time in just over a month, South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has announced temporary closures this coming weekend “due to a number of unexpected nursing staff absences.”

Grey Bruce Health Unit holding monkeypox vaccine clinics

By Submitted

The Grey Bruce Health Unit will be vaccinating eligible individuals against monkeypox during by-appointment clinics, beginning this week.

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