CHESLEY - There are no changes in leadership for Bluewater District School Board following annual elections at the Nov. 19, 2024 initial meeting of the board.
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Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody completes term as Bruce County warden
BRUCE COUNTY - Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, presided over his final meeting as warden of Bruce County council on Nov. 21.
Wingham Ironmen split weekend home games
WINGHAM - The Wingham Ironmen hosted the Kincardine Bulldogs and Hanover Barons at home last weekend.
Cubs decorate Smile Cookies for United Way
MILVERTON - On Nov. 23, The Atwood Lions Cubs decorated 480 Smile Cookies for the United Way Perth Huron at the Milverton Tim Hortons.
Cure-alls in the 1800s did more harm than good
We’re now entering cold and flu season in Canada; the time of year when people begin taking supplements like echinacea to try to avoid getting sick.
New grant program tailored to arts and culture sector
LISTOWEL - Crabby Joe’s was the setting for a Starter Company mix and mingle on behalf of Stratford Perth for Business on Nov. 18. A group of interested and eager local entrepreneurs from creative backgrounds gathered for information and networking all set in the restaurant atmosphere.
Wingham Auxiliary donates bladder screener
WINGHAM - The Auxiliary to the Wingham and District Hospital recently purchased a much-needed bladder scanner for the hospital.
Head in the clouds? Don’t drive high
Driving under the influence of cannabis is a growing concern in Canada, especially following the legalization of its use for recreational purposes. The misconception that cannabis impairs driving less than alcohol can lead to dangerous and even fatal consequences on the road.
Perth County launches new ‘Lite’ Interactive Map
PERTH COUNTY - Perth County celebrated GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Day on Nov. 20 with the launch of a new interactive map.
Listowel’s U15 competitive curling event welcomed teams from near and far
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Curling Club hosted a U15 competitive curling event on Nov. 23 to 24.
Bruce Power supplier partners donate $75,000 to Wounded Warriors Canada organization
BRUCE COUNTY - Bruce Power’s supplier partners donated $75,000 to Wounded Warriors Canada in support of ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders and their families.
Health unit looking for dog involved in an incident in Stratford
HURON-PERTH - Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is looking for a dog involved in an incident in Stratford on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m.
Brightshores CEO shares information with county on recent triumphs and challenges
BRUCE COUNTY - Ann Ford, president and CEO of Brightshores Health System, thanked Bruce County Council for support over the past 30-some years, most recently for the Wellness and Recovery Centre, during a presentation on Nov. 21.
Living wage for region now pegged at $23.05
HURON-PERTH - The living wage residents of this region has pushed past $23 per hour according to the United Way.
Tax Holiday: Relief for Consumers, Challenges for Businesses
HURON COUNTY - The federal government’s recent announcement of the GST/HST holiday, a temporary relief from sales tax on specific items from Dec. 14 2024 - Feb. 15, 2025, represents “significant challenges for businesses,” according to a press release from the Huron Chamber of Commerce.
