It was Christmas all over again for the Salvation Army in Hanover. Carl Zettel (second from left), and Shannon Wood (far right) with Formosa Country Christmas (FCC), donated $1,500 to this incredible cause. “We were very pleased that we could share some of our proceeds with such a great organization
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It all started with a letter
It all started with a letter dated Oct. 10, 1968.
Cure for Saugeen ice jams: dynamite
When a major ice jam breaks on the greatest river of Bruce County – the Saugeen River – the huge blocks of ice can be devastating, an irresistible force sweeping away all in its path, including docks, bridges and dams.
Be patient for glory
It’s no secret that I’m not the most patient person, especially with myself. I can appreciate anyone who, like me, wrestles with wanting results right now but has to wait – and work – for them instead.
Fear doesn’t solve anything
Until very recently I had no idea that there is a growing phenomenon that sees people stricken with worry, anxiety, and fear – presenting no different than a mental health condition, although it is not. According to the Harvard Medical School: “Climate anxiety, or eco-anxiety, is distress related to
Long-term planning means sustainable growth
It appears jobs – to be more precise, people to fill them – topped the wish list of many businesses large and small, for Ontario Budget 2023.
Bruce County warden pleased with provincial budget
Warden Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton, said he’s pleased with the 2023 provincial budget, outlined last week – especially increased funding for job training for youth, hospice, and mental health.
‘Welcome drink’ sponsor announced for Walkerton hospital gala
On March 22, Rick and Maureen Schuler and Heather and Paul Kueneman presented the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation (WDHF) with a $1,000 for a “welcome drink” sponsorship at the 2023 “Evening In Tuscany” Gala. The gala will take place on Saturday, April 29 at the Cargill Community Centre.
Ron Schnurr appointed to vacant South Bruce council seat
South Bruce has its newest member of council. Council met on March 21 to fill the vacant Mildmay-Carrick Ward council seat. The vacancy on council was due to the resignation of Coun. Audrey Bross earlier this year.
Local student wins District Legion award
Rich Henry, youth education chair for the Walkerton Legion, presented an award on behalf of the District C Remembrance Poster and Literary Competition to one of our local students. Amelia Ruetz, right, from Mildmay-Carrick Public School, placed second in the Primary Black and White Poster competitio
Bruce County to take responsibility for Municipal Innovation Council
The Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) was formed in 2020, and has undertaken studies and projects that have resulted in cost savings, information sharing and technical advances that benefit all municipal members.
Women in Carpentry receives continued funding
The township is excited to announce investments of $285,702 and $289,759 to the Women in Carpentry program, supported by Ontario’s Ministry of Immigration, Labour, Training and Skills Development.
Madill claims OFSAA girls’ hockey bronze
It may have not been the end result the Madill Mustangs were hoping for, but the girls’ varsity squad still capped its 2022-23 high school hockey season as third-best in all of Ontario.
Wingham-Lucknow 86ers U13 Rep Girls win WOAA Championship, qualify for provincials
To say the Wingham-Lucknow 86ers U13 Rep team are on a hot streak may be an understatement.
