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South Bruce approves payment for drainage project omitted from budgets
TEESWATER - South Bruce council has approved payment of a $140,525.42 invoice for drainage improvement work on the Metcalfe-Wright Municipal Drain after staff reported the expense had been left out of the municipality’s capital budgets following an oversight.
Two ladies competing for title of 2026-2027 Listowel Fair Ambassador
LISTOWEL – Listowel Agricultural Society announces the running of the 2026 fair ambassador…
Pickin’ by the Pond delights crowd with great country music
CARGILL – “We hit the ball out of the park!” commented event co-chair Cyndy Abell. This year’s Pickin’ by the Pond, July 2-5, had the crowd up and dancing to the best in country music despite some minor weather challenges.
County applies for province’s development charge reduction program
WALKERTON – Development charges (DCs) were implemented as a way to take the burden of paying for new development off the shoulders of current taxpayers.
Brockton development booming
WALKERTON – Anyone who has observed a lot of activity regarding economic development in Brockton recently isn’t mistaken.
New 2026 Explore Perth County brochure highlights experiences worth the detour
PERTH COUNTY – From vineyard sunsets and goat socials to bakery trails, scenic cycling routes, and farmyard animal encounters, Perth County is filled with unexpected experiences waiting to be found along its quiet country roads.
Perth-Wellington senior programs receive provincial funds
PERTH-WELLINGTON – Three senior programs in Perth-Wellington will receive provincial Seniors Community Grants, totalling $75,000 in funding to help bring seniors together.
Huron East Fire Department responded to 14 calls in May
Four calls were motor vehicle or off-road vehicle collisions; four were medical calls; and the remainder were either cleared calls, outdoor fire, or no incidents.
Stratford-Perth Residental Hospice announces members of volunteer program
STRATFORD – Residents of Stratford and Perth County know the importance of having a residential hospice in the area, at a time of need.
Peabody: Summer a busy time for Brockton council
WALKERTON – Mayor Chris Peabody said he’s looking forward to the July 16 meeting of Bruce County council.
This summer, don’t forget: when thunder roars, go indoors
BRUCE COUNTY – With summer here and Bruce County buzzing with outdoor fun, it’s important to stay alert to changing weather conditions. Thunderstorm season is here. Don’t let a summer storm catch you off guard.
Goderich celebrates ‘Dominion day’with Grand Tattoo: July 1, 1926
A hundred years ago, people across Perth County were talking about the Grand Tattoo held in Goderich on July 1, 1926. Residents traveled to the town by automobile or bus to take part in the Dominion Day’s celebrations held there.
County seeks answers on how conservation authority transition will impact county budget
WALKERTON – Bruce County council has decided to take an advocacy approach when it comes to proposed changes to conservation authorities...
Arrest made in Listowel disturbance call
LISTOWEL – One individual has been arrested and two charges have been laid following an investigation here on June 30.
