Fire Rescue South Bruce has responded to three fewer calls to date in 2025 than during the same period in 2024, though there is a wide disparity between calls responded to between the Mildmay and Teeswater fire stations.
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South Bruce signs on 15-year dispatch contract
The Municipality of South Bruce, alongside other municipalities, is entering into a 15-year service contract for 911 emergency calls with the St. Catharines’ dispatch centre. “Currently, our dispatch is with Owen Sound and will expire on Dec. 31, 2025,” Fire Chief Krista Tiernan told council during
Four-county regional unemployment rate rose to 4.3 per cent in June
WALKERTON - In June, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.4 percentage points to 4.3%. The region continues to sit at the second lowest unemployment rate in the province. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage points
North Perth EarlyON holds intergenerational play and learn with seniors of Caressant Care
LISTOWEL – North Perth EarlyON held an intergenerational play and learn with the seniors of…
Human trafficking enforcement results across Ontario announced
ORILLIA - In recognition of World Day Against Trafficking Persons on July 30, the Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-Led Joint Forces Strategy (IJFS) is announced significant enforcement results from a series of proactive investigations conducted across Ontario.
Huron-Perth study reveals challenges newcomers to Canada face, locals share their experiences
STRATFORD - A housing crisis is occuring accross the nation, however a recent study sheds light on the specific challenges newcomers to Canada face when seeking housing in Huron and Perth Counties.
11U Legionnaires take on Arthur Twisters in WOBA finals over the weekend
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All fired up
The Municipality of South Bruce’s summer camp last week focused on young participants being able…
Howick to purchase new weigh scale as part of landfill upgrades
HOWICK - Council here has been in the process of updating the Howick landfill, moving to a front-end receiving area, and a new weigh scale is next on the list for improvements.
Take precautions during hot, humid conditions
HURON/PERTH - With temperatures soaring over the past week, Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) encourages residents to be prepared and to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Huron Hospice’s annual butterfly release Aug. 14, deadline to purchase approaching
HURON COUNTY - Huron Hospice invites the community to take part in their 9th annual butterfly release, happening Aug. 24 in the gardens at Bender House. Butterflies must be ordered by Aug. 15, so families are encouraged not to delay their orders.
Walk for Wenjack series begins Aug. 14
BRUCE COUNTY - The 2025 Walk for Wenjack series begins on Thursday, Aug. 14, at Cape Croker Park in Neyaashiinigmiing. Community members are invited to gather at the Arbour at 1 p.m. for a meaningful walk in reflection and solidarity.
Lippert Family $5,000 donation for X-Ray Suite
Carman and Gail Lippert, present on behalf of the Lippert Family, $5,000 donation.
Ontario government invests over $39m in Huron-Bruce municipalities for housing
The Ontario government has invested $39,448,926 in municipalities across Huron and Bruce Counties to enable residential development.
Huron Chamber of Commerce says skills development funding comes at ‘critical time’ for local employers
HURON COUNTY - The Ontario government launch of the sixth round of the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream, comes at a critical time for employers here, says the Huron County Chamber of Commerce.
