SCONE – The Scone crokinole games on Aug. 19 brought out a number of players.
Walkerton
Regier leads the way at euchre
RIPLEY – Euchre results at the Walkerton library on Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Medical officer of health, subsequent interim replacement set for GBPH
OWEN SOUND – Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH) recently announced that Dr. Brittany Graham has been appointed to the permanent position of Grey-Bruce’s medical officer of health (MOH) and chief executive officer (CEO) of GBPH after serving in an acting capacity in this role since April 16.
Bruce County looks to discuss data centres
WALKERTON – The Sept. 3 meeting of Bruce County council includes an agenda item that is currently of interest in many parts of Canada – data centres.
Neustadt U13 Boys post Impressive 12-3-2 record
The Neustadt U13 Boys Soccer Team posted nine wins over its 11-game season. The squad’s regular season record was nine wins, one tie and one loss.
Council approves design of Young drain to avoid increasing costs
WALKERTON – The public meeting for the Young drain left more questions than answers in the Brockton council room.
Cargill/Greenock association shares the legends and lore of the swamp
CARGILL – The Cargill/Greenock Swamp Promotional Association welcomed visitors for a tour entitled “Bootlegging Lore of the Great Swamp” on Aug. 22.
Pinkerton dam has been repaired – flood danger resolved
WALKERTON – Mayor Chris Peabody had some good news to announce at the Aug. 25 meeting of council – work has commenced on the Pinkerton dam.
Walkerton Clean Water Centre holds Maintenancefest
WALKERTON – On Aug. 25 and 26, 68 water system operators updated and upgraded their skills, networked with fellow operators, and earned continuing education credits.
Still reaching for that flag
Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that.

