Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership (GBLIP) launched its first immigrant survey, which runs until Dec. 31.
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Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board launches new inclusive program
The Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board is deeply committed to ensuring that students with disabilities leave secondary school with the skills, experiences and connections they will need to be successful in the community and world of work. The board’s approach is rooted in inclusivity, accessi
SBGHC may have to use reserves to make up temporary funding shortfall
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) has a current financial surplus, but is projecting a possible $1.7 million deficit at year’s end.
Rotary Club holds first drawing in Walkerton Lottery
The next series of the Rotary Club’s Walkerton Lottery draws has begun. The first draw of this round was held on Dec. 6, with the following winning prizes awarded: Keith Ellis ($1,000), Bev MacDonald ($500), Elaine Susi ($300), Ron Schwartz ($250), Denise Desroches ($200) and Jane Mullen ($150). The
Library receives donation to support adult literacy
The Bruce County Public Library received a generous donation of $2,700 from Learning Centres: Grey Bruce Georgian to support adult literacy in Bruce County.
‘Matilda’ closes run in Hanover with sold-out shows
After seven shows, Roald Dahl’s Matilda closed with sell-out audiences over its final weekend.
Memories of the rural Christmas concert
With harness bells merrily a-jingle, and white, hoary breath floating on the frosty air, the heavy team pulled the sleigh-load of neighbours across the snow-bound sideroad towards the most anticipated event of the year – the Christmas concert in the old schoolhouse.
Mayor says Brockton planning for services to support growth
Mayor Chris Peabody said Tuesday, Dec. 12, that the municipality is in good shape for servicing growth short-term, but will have to look at “doing something about water” within the next 10 years.
Transit study outlines several short-term solutions to help fill unmet needs
The much-anticipated Bruce County Transit Demand and Feasibility Study, recently completed by Arcadis IBI Group on behalf of the county, was presented to council on Dec. 7.
Walkerton volunteers honoured by national program
Local volunteers are among the eight recipients of the first-ever Wishbone Awards.
Herald-Times’ ‘Knitten Tree’ supports Dorrell Young Christmas Program
Joan Chamney, Bruce County Human Services, accepts the donation of a Christmas tree-full of knitted and crocheted items – hats, mittens, blankets, baby clothes, socks, slippers and more, from the talented and generous community members who participated in this year’s Walkerton Herald-Times “Knitten’
Number of false alarms an ongoing concern for Brockton council
The animal control and bylaw enforcement activity report from August to October 2023 included some numbers that at least one Brockton councillor found concerning.
Walkerton Food Bank prepares for holidays
Packing the boxes, checking them twice… making sure they’re filled with everything nice… Walkerton and District Food Bank volunteers spent Dec. 9 packing hampers with items that have been filling the shelves from top to bottom, to ensure everyone has food on the table this Christmas. With food bank
South Bruce gets first look at 2024 capital budget
Council met on Dec. 6 to get its first look at the 2024 budget.
Groups ‘disappointed’ by provincial minister’s response to DGR petition
A northern Ontario alliance and Protect our Waterways have expressed disappointment but not surprise at Ontario Minister of Energy Todd Smith’s response to a recent petition to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario.
