ARRAN-ELDERSLIE - A 24-year-old Orangeville man has been charged with impaired driving, dangerous driving and refusing to comply with a demand for a breath sample.
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Water tragedy anniversary to be marked in low-key fashion
BROCKTON - It’s been 25 years since the Walkerton water tragedy, and Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody restated the municipal council’s decision to mark the occasion in a “low-key, respectful” manner, out of consideration for families who lost loved ones and suffered from ongoing health issues and financ
Measles? Kind of hard to swallow
Measles? Really? Skimming the news recently I came across a story on a Kitchener school closed for a day while local public health officials completed the required vaccination verification steps following an exposure at the school.
SVCA board moves forward on disposal of Varney Pond property
FORMOSA - The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s board of directors’ agenda for May 15 included a matter than has been under discussion for a good three years – the Varney Pond property.
Paddlers account for nearly half of boating-related deaths, says OPP
Fifty-six paddlers were among the 131 people died in boating incidents on OPP-patrolled waterways in the last five years, an OPP press release states.
Listowel Cyclones annual golf tournament fundraiser hosted at Listowel Golf and Country Club on May 17
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones held their annual golf tournament fundraiser at the Listowel Golf and Country Club on May 17. The event included a round of golf followed by a dinner and social time.
County to advocate for PSWs affected by change in provincial rules
BRUCE COUNTY - The report presented to the Bruce County long-term care committee of management on May 15 raised concerns about use of agency nurses.
County celebrating paramedics providing critical care in local area
BRUCE COUNTY - During National Paramedic Services Week, from May 18 to 25, Bruce County is urging citizens to join them in recognizing and celebrating the dedication, skill and compassion demonstrated by paramedics. This year’s theme, “We Care. For Everyone” shines a light on paramedics’ efforts ass
Co-ed Wooden Bat Baseball Tournament held at Bluevale ball park
Bluevale Community Committee members Wayne Whalen and Tyler Hallahan held a Co-ed Wooden Bat…
McHappy Day in Wingham saw local names participating in this year’s fundraising event
Several local volunteers joined the Josephine Street location to help with the single largest McDonald’s fundraising day of the year.
Local indoor yard sale approaching finale after 35 years
LISTOWEL – A popular long-running indoor yard sale is set to draw to a close with its final sale…
Heffer plans to delegate new powers
Reeve Paul Heffer plans to avoid using strong mayor powers granted to him by the province.
Huron, Perth counties launch mental health crisis support pathways
SEAFORTH – According to Statistics Canada (2023), approximately 12 individuals die by suicide…
Morris-Turnberry backs Howick on frustrations with new utility poles
Council here approved a motion to endorse a letter from Howick Township addressed to multiple government officials, including MPP Lisa Thompson and Premier Doug Ford, concerning the installation of new utility poles for high speed internet.
