n what Coun. Tim Elphick called a “good news, bad news” situation, Brockton Council found out costs for having an active courthouse in the municipality will increase 68 per cent this year.
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Midwestern Newspapers lands seven top awards at provincial competition
Midwestern Newspapers has been recognized with seven first-place finishes in the Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA) 2024 Better Newspapers Competition.
All-candidates meeting sees candidates agreeing on numerous issues
While there was plenty of debate during an all-candidates meeting held in Goderich last week, there were a lot of points most the candidates agreed on as well.
Hospice recognizes local pharmacy for timely supply to institutions
WALKERTON - A critical component of healthcare is the continuous, accurate and timely supply of medical supplies, devices and pharmaceuticals to institutions such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, private homes and hospices. In recognition of outstanding service, Grey Bruce Hospice, Owen So
Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award now accepting applications
BROCKTON - The fifth annual Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award is officially open for applications.
Bruce Power announces Canadian at our Core campaign
HURON COUNTY - Bruce Power launched its Canadian at our Core campaign, committing to continue to promote the made-in-Ontario and -Canada nuclear industry and urging its partners and suppliers to buy Canadian. Bruce Power’s commitment to buy local and products made in Canada has five key pillars:
April 3 Walkerton Lottery Winners named
WALKERTON - Congratulations to the Walkerton Lottery Winners for April 3 Major Draw #8: Connie Detzler, $1,000; Don Butland, $500; John Ernewein, $300; Mike Brant, $250; Jusy and Ken Kraemer, $200; Jim, Beth and Nora Bohnert, $150. Draw was made by Rose Austin.
South Bruce approves above-budget purchase, tariffs blamed for overage
After significant debate regarding retrofitting existing equipment and procurement processes, the Council of the Municipality of South Bruce decided to purchase a water tank that came in 20 per cent over budget due to US tariffs.
South Bruce development charges taking shape with council direction
After receiving direction from council to continue investigating development charges (DCs) for the municipality, South Bruce staff looked for further direction on preferred exemptions, phasing in plans and discounts in the program.
Brockton community rebranding initiative closer to fruition
Communities within Brockton will be the focus of a rebranding exercise approved by municipal council last week.
Brockton defers transfer to landfill reserves due to disagreement
A $270,000 transfer to reserves was deferred by Brockton Council during its April 8 meeting, as some council members felt the move wasn’t fair to all residents.
Brockton increases summer staff due to high program demand
Due to a significant increase in interest during the 2024 summer season and a similar surge in interest this year, Brockton council approved the hiring of additional summer students to run summer day camps.
Brockton to support Walkerton homecoming with seed money and discount
The Municipality of Brockton will support the 2026 Walkerton Homecoming with seed money at council’s direction, which also sets a standard facility rental reduction for similar future requests.
With or without CanCon, start watching, listening, reading Canadian
“First of all, there is no Canadian culture. I’ve never read any Canadian literature. And when have you ever heard anyone say, ‘Honey, let’s stay in and order Canadian food?’” – Stu Smiley (as played by Kevin Pollack) in Canadian Bacon.
Grey-Bruce sees ‘growing trend’ of human traffickers using short-term rentals
Education surrounding human trafficking occurring in short-term rental accommodations locally is being pushed in Grey and Bruce counties.
