The title is a play on an old joke – a very old joke. “Where was Moses when the lights went out? Down in the cellar eating sauerkraut.”
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Brockton, Hanover, South Bruce have greater quality of life compared to Toronto, Owen Sound
A new tool from Statistics Canada allows people to compare the quality of life in every Canadian municipality.
Brockton council approves purchase of new street sweeper
Council has approved the use of additional funds in the purchase of a new street sweeper.
EPCOR applies for leave to construct natural gas lines to Brockton
Brockton council has approved the recommendation to support EPCOR’s application to the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) to bring natural gas services to Brockton.
Walkerton Optimist Sunflower Field now open
Braven Nahrgang of Walkerton is delighted by the lovely sunflowers next to Brant Drive-In. The Optimist Sunflower Field has become much more than a fundraiser for the group – it’s a major draw for the community.
Walkerton food bank in need of items for back-to-school
It’s been a busy summer for the volunteers at the Walkerton and District Food Bank.
IN PHOTOS: 167th Teeswater Rural Fair
The 167th Teeswater Rural Fair was a successful one, running Aug. 17-20.
‘Not a widespread issue’
A representative from Deloitte says that claims to discredit the survey regarding the proposed DGR project in South Bruce are unwarranted.
Peabody meets with health, housing ministry officials at AMO conference
Chris Peabody, Bruce County warden and Brockton mayor, took a few minutes from a busy schedule at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference in London on Monday to provide an update on some of the meetings with provincial officials.
Pigstock 2023 Slo-Pitch Tournament draws 81 teams
This year’s Pigstock 2023 Slo-Pitch Tournament was a winner from start to finish, according to Dirt Pigs spokesman Don Leslie.
SBGHC temporary ER closures continue this week
The round of temporary emergency room closures at three of the four South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) hospitals – Chesley, Walkerton and Durham – announced on Aug. 15 are continuing this week.
Goderich mayor passes away
Mayor Myles Murdock has passed away. The news broke on Friday morning, with the Town of Goderich issuing a statement.
Palmerston ball players return home from nationals with gold
A pair of local softball players are carrying a bit of extra weight around their necks this week.
OPP: ‘If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is’
“If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Those are the words of advice coming from the Perth County OPP, who say they have been receiving an increase in reports of unfinished paving projects and extremely poor-quality jobs in North Perth.
Capitals to open PJHL season on Sept. 15 in Wingham
After a busy summer of roster moves, changes in hockey operations and finalizing the coaching staff, the Walkerton Capitals are a month away from dropping the puck on the PJHL Pollock Division season.
