The beginning of September means back to familiar routines for many people, but the change in the calendar also means the return of United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH)’s annual campaign.
News
Pieces of the Past: The first day of school in 1976: Listowel
Some local students doing their first day back to school walk in 1976 made front page news.
County to stick with one-year term for warden
Bruce County council has voted to stay with a one-year term for the warden and deputy warden positions.
Bruce County releases draft of Official Plan for 2024-2046
On September 5, 2024, Bruce County Council directed staff to begin engagement on a draft of the new Official Plan that includes draft policies and mapping schedules which are now available for public review.
Lemonade for a Cause
Three youngsters were seen selling lemonade and cookies in Listowel on Saturday, Aug. 31
Atwood Fire Station celebrates its 50th anniversary with the Perth Water Games
Atwood Fire Station celebrated its 50th Anniversary on September 6 by hosting the Perth County Water Games
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild celebrates its 50th anniversary
Celebrated at the 50th Anniversary Gala at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre on Sept. 7
The Mildmay-Carrick Fair was held Sept. 6 to 8
The fair included kids events and a demolition derby.
SBGHC opens conversation with public on local health care
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) hosted two in-person community engagement sessions on Aug. 26 and 27.
Local unemployment rate up nearly one per cent
The unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.9 percentage points in August, to 3.7% - the largest percentage increase of all regions in Ontario although the region’s unemployment rate remains the lowest in Ontario.
Cyclones home games named municipally significant events
At their Sept. 9 meeting, council here approved a motion to designate the Listowel Cyclones home games during the 2024/25 season at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex as municipal significant events.
Free guided tours of museum offered to newcomers for Welcoming Week
In celebration of Welcoming Week (Sept. 13 to 22), the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is inviting newcomers to participate in two free guided tours that explore the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of Bruce County.
Coffee Break with the Mayor returns Sept. 20
FORMOSA – The Municipality of South Bruce is hosting a Coffee Break with the Mayor on Sept. 20…
South Bruce hosting networking event
FORMOSA – The sixth annual South Bruce Business Networking Evening will be held on Oct. 23, at…
Huron County Museum hosts art exhibit ‘beyond ana’; exploring impacts of eating disorders
HURON COUNTY – The Huron County Museum is pleased to host beyond ana, a new art exhibit by…
