Roots of Bruce is a memorable event for the hundreds of Grade 5 students who get an up-close-and-personal introduction to agriculture – so memorable, in fact, that many of them come back a few years later as high school volunteers, helping out with the two-day event.
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Original Gordon Lightfoot Band to perform in Blyth on April 26
The songs of Gordon Lightfoot will be peformed at Blyth Memorial Hall by his original touring band on April 26.
Kayakers rescued on Saugeen River in Hanover
Hanover Police Chief Christopher Knoll has a warning for anyone planning to go out on the water this time of year: be careful, and be prepared.
Wingham hospital auxiliary holds spring rummage sale
The Auxiliary to Wingham & District Hospital hosted its annual spring rummage sale at Wingham Legion Branch 180 on April 17 - 18. The sale featured a wide variety of gently used items, including clothing, household goods, and electronics, all available for purchase.
OPP investigating collision involving vehicle, buggy
According to an OPP release, no injuries were reported from a crash involving a horse drawn buggy.
Brockton, Hanover and West Grey hold joint meeting to discuss Saugeen Municipal Airport’s future
The joint meeting of the three municipalities that own and operate Saugeen Municipal Airport attracted a large crowd at the Elmwood Community Centre on April 17 – an estimated 50 people who attended in person and enough online viewers that they crashed the site.
Hodgins Building Centre gives $50,000 for CT Scanner
Hodgins Building Centre is donating $50,000 to the Caring Together campaign at the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation to help fund a brand-new CT Scanner.
County Towne Players’ production of Hilda’s Yard delightful and hilarious
Forget the unwritten rule, that amateur theatre is a bit … well, lacking in polish.
How do we boost productivity? Give workers a piece of action
As the former CEO of Magna International, one of Canada’s largest manufacturing companies, my philosophy was always that employees don’t work for you – they work with you.
The Paper Bag Premier
Just when you thought our provincial government couldn’t possibly have any more flops to flip, Premier Doug Ford and Co. have managed to announce a reversal of yet another major policy initiative.
Trails master plan update presented to council
The public has had its say about the Bruce County trails master plan. Adam Stanley, director of transportation and environmental services, presented the results at the April 18 meeting of council.
CWL celebrates 100th anniversary
A century ago, the women of Sacred Heart Parish in Walkerton were holding meetings and planning fundraising card parties, and doing work to improve their church, community and country.
Ottawa housing aid targets millennials, Gen Z
It seems Ottawa has been listening. A major focus of last week’s federal budget was housing, with billions of dollars directed to improving the chances of home ownership for millennials and Gen Z, who now make up a majority of the workforce.
Mitchell held grand celebration in 1923
Mitchell was declared to be a town via an 1873 proclamation by the Lieutenant Governor that was made official at the beginning of 1874.
April 25, 2024 turnbacks
2014 – A new doctor arrived to practise in Listowel. Dr. Lauren Hayward started in May, and recruitment success is credited to the progressive clinic.
