WALKERTON - A critical component of healthcare is the continuous, accurate and timely supply of medical supplies, devices and pharmaceuticals to institutions such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, private homes and hospices. In recognition of outstanding service, Grey Bruce Hospice, Owen So
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New installation of utility poles leave Howick residents, council upset
At its April 8 meeting, council here discussed the installation of new utility poles once again in unfinished business.
Call for vehicles to respect lands
BRUCE COUNTY, GREY COUNTY - Imagine asking your neighbour if you can ride your ATV across their property and then ignoring their answer. Would you? Most people wouldn’t. So why is it different when it comes to county and conservation authority land?
Egg Hunt set for April 19
The Wingham Lions’ annual Easter Egg Hunt, supported by the Municipality of North Huron, will see children happily hunting in Cruickshank Park on Saturday, April 19, between 10-10:30 a.m.
Belmore Boundary Boys compete at Ontario Elementary Curling Championships
The Ontario Elementary Curling Championships were held at the Palmerston & District Community Complex April 3 to 6 with the Belmore Boundary Boys among the competitors.
Local Right to Life dinner, auction set
BROCKTON - Walkerton Right to Life (RTL) and Hanover RTL have issued an invitation to their annual Right to Life Dinner and Silent Auction on May 5. The event will take place at the Walkerton District Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 1658 Highway 9, RR 5, Mildmay.
Huron Perth, Ontario shows increased number of measles cases
The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received an update on the ongoing measles outbreak at its recent meeting on April 11.
Howick passes new budget bylaw
Council here recently passed bylaw 21-2025, being a bylaw to adopt the 2025 municipal budget, and repealed bylaw 12-2025
Hanover Community Players to stage Bare Bear Bones
HANOVER - Will Norm and Ruth have a glamping holiday?
SVCA program sees 6 million trees planted since 1974
Through its dedicated forestry team, the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has restored approximately 8,423 hectares of land, working alongside more than 1,144 landowners to support a healthier, more resilient landscape.
Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award now accepting applications
BROCKTON - The fifth annual Walkerton Clean Water Legacy Award is officially open for applications.
South Bruce to revisit water tower at mayor’s request
After a lengthy discussion and debate, South Bruce Council cancelled a multi-million-dollar water tower project in Teeswater late in March, but Mayor Mark Goetz wants that decision reviewed.
Bruce Power announces Canadian at our Core campaign
HURON COUNTY - Bruce Power launched its Canadian at our Core campaign, committing to continue to promote the made-in-Ontario and -Canada nuclear industry and urging its partners and suppliers to buy Canadian. Bruce Power’s commitment to buy local and products made in Canada has five key pillars:
Council seeks financial clarity on recreation fees and cost recovery
Coun. Mitch Wright presented two notices of motion at the April 7 regular council meeting, requesting updates from Director of Recreation Kelly Steiss about the financial implications of the changes to the recreation fees in 2024 and cost recovery options.
April 3 Walkerton Lottery Winners named
WALKERTON - Congratulations to the Walkerton Lottery Winners for April 3 Major Draw #8: Connie Detzler, $1,000; Don Butland, $500; John Ernewein, $300; Mike Brant, $250; Jusy and Ken Kraemer, $200; Jim, Beth and Nora Bohnert, $150. Draw was made by Rose Austin.
