CARGILL - Brockton Council has spent years, and considerable time and effort, debating whether to refurbish or replace the current arena, which was constructed in 1972.
Walkerton Herald-Times
WDCS students raise more than $5,000 for Saugeen Hospice at first-ever “Hop for Hospice”
WALKERTON - Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) Elementary raised more than $5,000 for hospice care during a first-time fundraiser that combined physical activity, pledges and community support, school officials say.
The uncommon common sense – part ??
Common sense, and the lack thereof, is something I’ve written about a number of times over the years because, unfortunately, every day there seems to be more and more people who couldn’t pour water out of a rubber boot without instructions being printed on the heel.
BGCDSB reviews advisory reports on education and engagement
HANOVER - A series of reports from the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) and related parent and school advisory groups were reviewed by Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) trustees during a June 16 meeting in Hanover.
X-Ray Suite+ campaign surpasses $1 million milestone for new diagnostic imaging equipment
WALKERTON — The Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation is recently announced that the X-Ray Suite+ Replacement Campaign has officially surpassed the $1 million raised mark, bringing the community one step closer to transforming diagnostic imaging services at the hospital.
Funfest a hit
CHEPSTOW - This year’s Chepstow Funfest Weekend, June 19-21, had the perfect combination of great weather, even better ball games, food and fun.
Municipal airport reports over $23,000 operating surplus
BROCKTON - The Saugeen Municipal Airport Commission’s annual general meeting on June 17 began with a positive financial report by Kevin Tremble of MNP.
Walkerton students mark end of mental health running program with 5K event
WALKERTON - Students at Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) crossed the finish line this week as they wrapped up a 12-week mental health running program with a community celebration run.
Board reviews strategic plan progress
CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) used its June 15 meeting in Chesley to review progress on its Multi-Year Strategic Plan as trustees gathered for the final meeting of the school year.
Team Garage Sale for Saugeen Hospice organizes another succesful event
To the Editor: Every year, I am amazed by what this community can accomplish when people come together for a common cause. This year was no exception.
Cutting of cards decides euchre winner
WALKERTON - Walkerton Seniors card scores for June 25.
Lengthy ER waits continue to plague rural health care
There has been quite a furor in recent days about people waiting far too long in emergency rooms, and sometimes leaving without seeing a doctor or nurse practitioner.
Student Senate reflects on busy year of achievement and initiatives
CHESLEY - Student leaders delivered a wide-ranging update on activities across secondary schools, including athletics, arts, science competitions, fundraising efforts and student-led awareness work at the June 15 Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) final meeting of the year.
Warden: ‘Nothing is free’ regarding garbage, recycling
WALKERTON - Among the discoveries in the information report to Bruce County council on the draft Long-Range Waste Management Plan was, in the words of Warden Luke Charbonneau: “Nothing is free!”
Walkerton Herald-Times June 25 Turnbacks
From June 22, 1988.
