GrandPals is a program that’s aimed at correcting the misconception that people from different generations don’t speak the same language. They certainly do, and they have a lot of stories and laughter to share.
Walkerton Herald-Times
Walkerton Herald-Times Turnbacks, Oct. 31, 2024
Turnbacks from the Herald-Times, Oct. 26, 1994.
Bruce County Museum marks 80th anniversary of D-Day
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the historic D-Day invasion, a pivotal event during World War II that changed the course of history.
St. John Ambulance volunteers recognized with Coronation Medals
Two dedicated St. John Ambulance volunteers, Christina Schnell and Sheila Murphy, have been named as recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
The Rotary Club of Walkerton makes a donation for the refurbishment of the tennis and pickleball courts
The latest pledge for the tennis and pickleball courts.
Municipality applies for grant for new elevator at Walkerton community centre
Council approved the application for a Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund – Stream 1 grant for repair and rehabilitate of existing facilities, to replace the Walkerton community centre elevator.
Police arrest third suspect in home invasion
A third suspect in a home invasion robbery has been arrested without incident in Hanover.
Trail users, hunters urged to be cautious
Trail users in Bruce County are reminded that long gun (rifle) season for deer hunting is Monday, Nov. 4 to Sunday, Nov. 10.
Trout Unlimited organizes planting of native trees along Otter Creek
About a dozen tree-huggers united on the flood plains of Otter Creek on Saturday morning to plant native trees aiming to enhance and protect the ecosystem of the wetland area.
Saugeen Ojibway Nation releases statement on DGR referendum results; they “do not affect SON’s ongoing evaluation”
The Joint Chiefs and Councils of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) released a statement on Oct. 29, following the close vote in South Bruce's referendum.
South Bruce voters support willing host status for DGR
Eligible voters in South Bruce have voted in favour of declaring the community a willing host for the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) Deep Geologic Repository (DGR) following a public referendum.
Local residents urged to give blood at upcoming donor clincs in area
Citing increased demand, Canadian Blood Services is urging area residents to give blood at upcoming donor clinics in the Walkerton/Hanover area.
Awards presented in memory of Corinne Louther
Two awards were presented on behalf of Corinne Louther following her passing in April of this year.
Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village asks county for support
Al Leach did a presentation about Saugeen Valley Children’s Safety Village to Bruce County Council on Oct. 17.
County works on launching Smart Commute
The Oct. 17 meeting included a report from Claire Dodds, commissioner of community development, on transit initiatives undertaken in 2024.
