The “moving target” nature of the tariffs imposed as part of the American trade war with Canada has created a lot of uncertainty in both countries, in many industries, none more so than agriculture.
Walkerton
Spring thaw causes flooding issues in Walkerton and area
School buses and anyone returning to work after March Break had a challenging time getting into Walkerton on March 17.
History shows annexing Canada doomed enterprise
You’ve heard of President Trump calling for annexing Canada as the 51 st state. As a historian, I can tell you that any such attempt is doomed to failure. Over and over, Canadians have driven off American invaders.
Brockton mayor comments on flooding situation
Like most other area residents, Mayor Chris Peabody has been keeping an eye on the water levels in Saugeen River, commenting Tuesday that it didn’t appear to have gone down yet.
Spruce the Bruce provides 66 grants
Jeff Loney, economic development manager, reported to Bruce County Council that the Spruce the Bruce program “saw a widespread uptake of grants” in 2024, from all eight of the municipalities in Bruce County.
County council to get update on new Official Plan
The agenda for Thursday’s meeting of Bruce County Council includes an update on the new Official Plan (OP).
United Way free tax clinics helping hundreds
The Huron Perth United Way are continuing to offer the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program throughout Huron this year to help everyone file their taxes and, hopefully, get some money back.
South Bruce maintains status quo with requests to sell Concession 10
During its Feb. 25 meeting, South Bruce Council decided to keep the status quo on an issue that has been discussed at council tables for more than half a century. In response to a request made by a deputation in July of last year, South Bruce Manager of Operations Stu Moffat...
Roots of Bruce to expand program, reach new audiences
The Roots of Bruce agricultural education program will be opening its doors to the general public this year according to Co-Chair Deb Meyer, to help dispel agricultural myths and de-silo some of the agricultural practices.
Permit fee increases proposed
South Bruce will be considering a revamped building permit schedule in the near future including raised minimum prices for residential projects and an increased administration cost.
