South Bruce community members toured Ontario Power Generation (OPG) facilities to learn about current storage and waste management processes for high-, intermediate-, and low-level nuclear waste on Friday, Oct. 27.
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Bruce County appoints new Deputy CAO
Bruce County has announced the appointment of Sean Morphy as its new deputy chief administrative officer (CAO), effective Dec. 16.
OPP respond to 29 crashes involving deer during two-week period
For hunters, bagging a deer every day is a good thing. That’s not the case for drivers on local roadways.
Brockton resident killed in Howick Township crash
A two-vehicle intersection-related motor vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle and a pickup truck has claimed the life of a Brockton resident.
Brockton resident charged in attempted break-in
A Brockton resident is one of four people facing charges by Wellington County OPP in relation to a reported break-in at a Harriston address.
Regional unemployment rate drops to 3.6 per cent
While the provincial unemployment rate increased last month, the local rate dropped to below four per cent.
Peabody expresses concern over upcoming OEB hearing
Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, is expressing concern over the Nov. 14 hearing before the Ontario Energy Board, regarding the EPCOR Natural Gas Brockton Expansion project.
Volunteers needed for food drive
The Walkerton & District Food Bank is looking for a few more volunteers to help out during the annual CKNX Food Drive.
Walkerton and District Food Bank: Making a list and checking it twice
The Walkerton and District Food Bank is “making a list and checking it twice” to make sure everyone’s Christmas is a good one.
Elmwood Starz at the Walkerton Art Wall
On Tuesday, Oct. 24, members of the Elmwood Starz art group were on hand to meet their fans and members of the public to discuss their wonderful artwork on display at the Walkerton Branch of the Bruce County Public Library.
Get a jump start on holiday shopping at third annual Hometown Christmas Market
Get a head start on holiday shopping and seasonal cheer at the Walkerton Hometown Christmas Market on Thursday, Nov. 16, featuring a crafter’s market, music, shopping specials, dance, and more!
Staffing situation at SBGHC sees temporary improvement with provincial funding
Nancy Shaw, president and CEO of South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC), reported to the board that nursing staff shortages continue.
Food Cycler pilot shows ‘encouraging’ results
Bruce County council will be hearing more about the Municipal Innovation Council’s (MIC) Food Cycler project, considering the positive results achieved by the pilot program in the county, according to Warden Chris Peabody, Brockton.
County council approves 2024 budget in principle
Bruce County council approved the 2024 budget during the Nov. 2 meeting of the corporate services committee. The 2024 budget will see a levy increase of 6.16 per cent.
Paisley opens new bridge with ribbon cutting, ceremonial procession
The bridge in Paisley is open, and it’s beautiful.
