Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health (MOH) for Grey-Bruce, presented an update on the COVID-19 situation and monkeypox to members of the board of health on Friday, June 24.
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Walkerton District Community School students take part in ‘water day’
Students in junior kindergarten to Grade 3 at Walkerton District Community School participated in a water day on Friday, June 24. The day was full of sun, fun and laughter – and the occasional cold treat!
Market Garden Park project receives funding
Brockton is pleased to announce that its Market Garden Park project was selected for the My Main Street Community Activator program and has received $54,000 to assist in the park’s development as a community hub in downtown Walkerton.
Strawberry supper
The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary held a Strawberry Supper on Sunday, June 26 at the Walkerton Knights of Columbus Hall, with proceeds going to community projects. Here, Cally Quish, Ellen Sawyer, Leona Settley and Sheila Morrison enjoy the meal.
Get ready for Private Collectors Garage Tour
The Private Collectors Garage Tour on July 16, put on by the Mildmay, Walkerton and Hanover Rotary, and Saugeen Hospice promises to be a real treat for auto enthusiasts, if the media event on Friday, June 24 is any indication.
Walkerton, Cargill libraries offering plenty of activities this summer
Looking for something to do this summer? Join us at the Bruce County Public Library Walkerton and Cargill branches for a fun summer of reading and weekly activities.
Bruce County Memories: How radio came to Cargill
Henry Cargill made his fortune cutting pine in the Greenock Swamp, a fortune sufficient to found the village of Cargill in 1879, midway between Paisley and Walkerton, and outfit it with the latest improvements.
Start with ‘WHY’
Dorthy Heller’s poem may be an old one but it’s still entirely true today.
Canadian flags a symbol of genuine freedom, not anarchy
For the first time in a couple of years, we are gearing up to celebrate Canada Day – with real fireworks instead of virtual ones, neighbourhood festivities featuring live entertainment and games for the kids (and adults who cannot resist the opportunity to have fun), instead of Zoom.
‘We can’t do it’: Tender for Concession 14E rehab project in Brockton comes in $1M over budget
“We can’t do it,” said Coun. Kym Hutcheon.
Brockton council briefs: Council opts for cap and minimum on staff salary grid increases
Council approved a staff recommendation that changes the salary grid increase policy. At present, such increases are tied to the Consumer Price Index.
Chris Peabody throws his hat in the ring for another term as Brockton mayor
Chris Peabody, Brockton’s current mayor, has filed his papers to run for another four-year term as mayor in the upcoming municipal elections.
New apartment building called ‘a great asset to Brockton’
The Fenwick is the name of a new apartment building planned for Walker Estates Inc.
Golf Fore Hospice raises $77,378
The fourth annual Golf Fore Hospice event held June 21 at the Walkerton Golf and Curling Club was successful in raising a remarkable total of $64,427 for the day (unofficial total).
