WALKERTON – The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued an order for repair of the Pinkerton dam. Brockton CAO Sonya Watson received word of the action just as the Herald-Times was going to press on Aug. 11. Mayor Chris Peabody said the order requires work to be done this year.
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Soaking up the sun and fun on the Saugeen River
The sparkling Saugeen River at Lobies Park beckoned the Dupuis family to spend a sunny afternoon in canoes and kayaks on Aug. 9.
Regional effort to strengthen physician recruitment
TEESWATER – The Municipality of South Bruce is joining a formal agreement with neighbouring municipalities, health organizations and community partners to support the recruitment and retention of physicians across northern Huron and southern Bruce counties.
Recreation programs see strong participation through winter and spring
TEESWATER – Winter and spring recreation programs in South Bruce attracted hundreds of participants through fitness classes, community programs, youth activities and special events, according to the Municipality’s latest activity report.
South Bruce searches for new integrity commissioner
TEESWATER – Finding a new integrity commissioner may prove challenging for South Bruce, as staff prepare to seek proposals after hearing some firms do not have the capacity to take on additional municipalities.
COAST brings services where people are: early results show demand
WALKERTON – Alison Govier, project integration manager, presented a report to Bruce County council on Aug. 6 about the early implementation progress for the Community Outreach and Support Team (COAST) program.
Teeswater Medical Centre expansion approved by council
TEESWATER – The Teeswater Medical Centre is expanding its available treatment space after South Bruce council approved renovations that will allow a tenant to add services and accommodate new medical equipment.
Panthers beach volleyball season soon coming to close, tournaments underway
Junior Panthers teams battled it out over a string of tournament games held under bright skies and…
Perth County appoints new clerk
STRATFORD – The Aug. 6 Perth County council meeting began with the introduction and appointment of Charlotte Gravlev as the new Manager of Legislative Services and Clerk.
Perth County builds contingency plan into winter sand tender after two harsh winters
STRATFORD – In the case of Perth County’s winter road maintenance budget, the taxpayers should hope that the saying “the third time’s the charm,” duly applies here.
LWHA emergency departments deliver care to over 25,000 patients
LISTOWEL/WINGHAM – The Emergency Departments at Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham and District Hospital provided care through more than 25,000 patient visits in 2025/26, while maintaining generally stable wait times throughout the year.
Rippers take 7-2 victory over Brussels
WROXETER – The Wroxeter/Wingham Rippers played against the Brussels Bangers at the George Hamilton Memorial Park in Wroxeter on Sunday.
Perth County lowers flags, honours the passing of Lloyd Robertson
STRATFORD – Perth County council decided to lower its flags in honour of the passing of world-renowned journalist Lloyd Robertson at its Aug. 6 council meeting.
Local teen finishes fourth at OFSAA in visually-impaired 800-metre race
LISTOWEL – When Angel Lovation-Puga crossed the finish line at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) Track and Field Championships this spring, he wasn’t just completing an 800-metre race.
Council eliminates parking on Queen Street during bridge construction
LISTOWEL – Local drivers will soon see no-parking signs on Queen Street East.
