Stephen Hill, owner of Buck and Jo’s restaurant in downtown Wingham, was back in court on Apr. 15 for the second part of his appeal hearing.
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Peabody irked by comments at joint meeting on airport future
Mayor Chris Peabody said in an interview on April 23 that his council “will not be as open to dialogue” regarding the future of Saugeen Municipal Airport following the joint meeting of the councils of West Grey, Hanover and Brockton on April 17.
South Bruce resident faces weapons charges
A 42-year-od South Bruce resident faces several weapons-related charges in connection with an incident here last month.
Airport would be better under private ownership
The tri-council meeting last week regarding the future of Saugeen Municipal Airport was an excellent start, as the public, excepting pilots who fly there, may not have had a full understanding of our airport (officially an “aerodrome” as classified by Transport Canada and not eligible for any federa
Rotary Club donates to Sistema Walkerton to help local students access violin lessons
Rotary Club of Walkerton has made a significant donation to help reduce barriers to professional violin lessons for local elementary students.
Local man to play pool for 30 hours, raising money for ALS
Billiards is an activity that can be enjoyed at all ages and by players of all different levels of skills. Playing for a couple hours is fun - playing all night, even better. But for 30 hours? Now, that’s a commitment - an accomplishment that Ty Cross is aiming to complete from 10 a.m. on May 4 to 4
Two local musicians launch new fundraising CD
Tom Traversy and Pat McNinch are men on a mission – to make sure Canada’s heroes – the men and women who have served in this country’s military – receive the treatment they deserve when they transition back to civilian life.
Roots of Bruce introduces students to agriculture
Roots of Bruce is a memorable event for the hundreds of Grade 5 students who get an up-close-and-personal introduction to agriculture – so memorable, in fact, that many of them come back a few years later as high school volunteers, helping out with the two-day event.
Original Gordon Lightfoot Band to perform in Blyth on April 26
The songs of Gordon Lightfoot will be peformed at Blyth Memorial Hall by his original touring band on April 26.
Kayakers rescued on Saugeen River in Hanover
Hanover Police Chief Christopher Knoll has a warning for anyone planning to go out on the water this time of year: be careful, and be prepared.
Wingham hospital auxiliary holds spring rummage sale
The Auxiliary to Wingham & District Hospital hosted its annual spring rummage sale at Wingham Legion Branch 180 on April 17 - 18. The sale featured a wide variety of gently used items, including clothing, household goods, and electronics, all available for purchase.
OPP investigating collision involving vehicle, buggy
According to an OPP release, no injuries were reported from a crash involving a horse drawn buggy.
Brockton, Hanover and West Grey hold joint meeting to discuss Saugeen Municipal Airport’s future
The joint meeting of the three municipalities that own and operate Saugeen Municipal Airport attracted a large crowd at the Elmwood Community Centre on April 17 – an estimated 50 people who attended in person and enough online viewers that they crashed the site.
Hodgins Building Centre gives $50,000 for CT Scanner
Hodgins Building Centre is donating $50,000 to the Caring Together campaign at the Wingham & District Hospital Foundation to help fund a brand-new CT Scanner.
County Towne Players’ production of Hilda’s Yard delightful and hilarious
Forget the unwritten rule, that amateur theatre is a bit … well, lacking in polish.
