While building permits issued in South Bruce since the beginning of the year are slightly down from last year, Chief Building Official Phil van Hardeveld said that wasn’t as important as the fact that building values are up.
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Kurz raises over $17,000 at final strongman fundraising event
LISTOWEL - The finale to Chris Kurz’s 24-hour decathlon featured him pulling a cargo van across the arena floor at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex on May 18.
Rust, restoration, and redemption
In 1911, Bill Lever built a unique automobile for Charlie Clay, known as the Wingham Car. This rare vehicle was constructed using a Pungs-Finch chassis imported from Detroit, Michigan.
WDCS Team Unbreakable run for mental and physical health
WALKERTON - Grade 5 and 6 students from Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) ran for their mental and physical health on Wednesday as part of a local initiative organized by the Brockton and Area Family Health Team. (BAFHT).
South Bruce Council approves resurfacing of park, questions timing
While South Bruce Council did eventually decide to resurface the Formosa Lions Club Park Playground in Formosa as the current covering did not meet the standards necessary, the timing of the request left some council members questioning the actions of the Formosa Lions.
Walkerton Herald-times’ May 22, 2025 Turnbacks
From May 24, 1989: – Construction on a new meeting hall, banquet room and livestock barn for the…
Conservation efforts outlined
Conservation efforts took centre stage during a public works report to South Bruce Council during its May 13 meeting.
HCP holds auditions for School of Rock
HANOVER - The Hanover Community Players have issued a casting call for their upcoming production of the musical School of Rock.
GrandPals program encourages intergenerational communication, friendship
WALKERTON - On May 14, the GrandPals group at Walkerton District Community School held a celebration to mark the completion of this year’s program.
Howick CAO/Clerk recognized for 10 years in municipal government
CAO/Clerk Caitlin Gillis, was recognized by the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) recently for 10 years of service in municipal management roles.
Brockton council ‘seeing green’ over organic waste collection proposal
WALKERTON - While most members of Brockton Council agreed there’s public interest in green bin recycling, most said they need more information before they make any decisions on it, and deferred the matter pending a report from staff.
South Bruce names new manager of recreation, facilities
South Bruce Council approved the hiring of Catherine Simpson as the new Manager of Recreation and Facilities effective May 12 of this year.
Grey-Bruce represented at Ontario Health Coalition Day of Action
TORONTO - The Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) held a day of action at the Ontario Legislature on Wednesday, May 14. The purpose was to ask Premier Doug Ford and his government to stop hospital closures.
OPP say thanks with sixth annual Police Week BBQ
LISTOWEL - To celebrate Police Week, Perth County OPP hosted their sixth annual barbecue, handing out hotdogs and drinks, courtesy of Erie Meats, on a sunny afternoon at North Perth OPP’s downtown Listowel detachment.
North Huron Fire recipient of AED from Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund
The crucial life-saving benefits of having access to an automated external defibrillator (AED) nearby when someone is experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (heart attack) can be the difference between life and death.
