The Walkerton Capitals U18 Rep C squad won the Shallow Lake Lakers U18 Rep tournament on Saturday, Dec. 16 in dramatic fashion, needing a shoot-out to win the championship game 3-2 over Blyth-Brussels. Walkerton went undefeated over the course of the weekend, winning all four games. Pictured, back r
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Thundercats earn split in weekend OEHL action
The Durham Thundercats found the back of the net plenty of times in two Ontario Elite Hockey League games on the weekend, but were only able to secure one win in a pair of contests.
Capitals maintain pace in PJHL Pollock Division
The Walkerton Cap itals followed a hard-fought 2-2 tie Saturday afternoon against the Kincardine Bulldogs with a 5-3 win in Goderich on Sunday.
Isotope coalition looks at future opportunities
The Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC) met in Saugeen Shores on Dec. 11, its co-chairs – the City of Owen Sound, the Canadian Nuclear Isotope Coalition (CNIC) and the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) – welcoming several municipal partners to a workshop.
GBPH, police raising overdose awareness this holiday season
Grey Bruce Public Health is partnering with local OPP detachments and municipal police services this holiday season to distribute potentially life-saving information on recognizing and responding to an opioid overdose/poisoning.
Local entrepreneurs awarded funding to bring tourism ideas to life
Bruce County is celebrating the success of its fifth annual Bruce County Spark Program. Held on Nov. 21, this innovative event showcased three finalists who delivered winning pitches. Each finalist is now set to receive a $3,000 grant along with a valuable three-month mentorship opportunity with a s
Bruce County Museum receives award for newspaper digitization project
The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) says it is proud to accept the esteemed 2022-23 Dorothy Duncan Public History Award for its expansive newspaper digitization project, as announced on Dec. 12 by the Ontario Historical Society (OHS).
Downing officially appointed acting GM of SVCA
The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has formally announced that Erik Downing is its acting general manager/secretary-treasurer.
Budget survey respondents support infrastructure replacement funding reserves
In September 2023, respondents from all municipalities across Bruce County provided feedback about the 2024 county budget through an online budget survey.
Bruce County CAO Derrick Thomson retires
Derrick Thomson, CAO of Bruce County, completed his final meeting of county council on a high note.
Walkerton Optimists distribute proceeds from Catch the Ace Draw to local schools
The Walkerton & District Optimist Club recently presented $2,000 to Immaculate Conception School in Formosa, and Walkerton District Community School (K-8 and secondary). The Optimist Club is a partner in the local Catch the Ace Draw, in conjunction with the Walkerton Legion Branch 102. Their share o
Brockton shows ‘solid growth’ in 2023, says mayor
BROCKTON – The year is ending on a high note for Brockton, according to Mayor Chris Peabody. He said in an interview on Dec. 19 that even without the December numbers, the municipality issued a record number of building permits – $64 million worth. Peabody noted last year’s numbers were excellent, w
Works of Janet Saunders featured on Walkerton Art Wall
The works of Janet Saunders are featured on the Walkerton Art Wall, located at the Bruce County Public Library – Walkerton Branch, until Jan. 26.
Cast chosen for County Towne Players’ spring production
The County Towne Players have chosen a cast for their 2024 spring production of Hilda’s Yard by Norm Foster.
Walkerton Legion donates $2,000 to food bank
Royal Canadian Legion Walkerton Branch 102 donated $2,000 to the Walkerton and District Food Bank. Pictured: Phil Englishman, first vice-president of Branch 102, presents the cheque to food bank manager Dianne Waram.
