The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO), a Canadian not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s used nuclear fuel, signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) to Co-operate on Used Nuclear Fuel Management with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on May 17.
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Draft strategic plan presented to SVCA board of directors
The new Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) strategic plan has been over two years in the making. Now it’s done, at least in draft format, and ready for approval and implementation.
Bruce County’s paramedic services committee gets update on Port Elgin Station
The new Port Elgin paramedic station has seen many delays since construction began in June 2022.
Bruce County celebrates Paramedic Services Week
In Bruce County, and across the nation, Paramedic Services Week is May 21 to May 27.
SBGHC welcomes medical students for Discovery Week
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) is thrilled to welcome six Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry students to begin their learning and training during Discovery Week 2023, marking the 25th anniversary of this outstanding partnership.
Chepstow Lions host second annual yard and vendor sale
The second annual Chepstow Lions community yard and vendor craft show went off according to plan despite the rain on Saturday, May 20. The show was indoors, a point that attracted both vendors and bargain hunters.
Campers flock to Lobies Park
Campers headed to Lobies Park for the May long weekend, enjoying the mostly warm and pleasant weather.
A history of the Formosa recreation area
The Formosa and Culross Memorial Hall, built by local tradesmen and aided by volunteer help, was officially opened on May 3, 1949. As there were not as many halls then as there are now, it was most popular.
It’s a hermit’s life in Bruce County
Speaking of hermits, we’ve met Cummings, the Wild Man of Oliphant, who had a shanty of logs and driftwood out in the Fishing Islands at the end of the 19th century. He survived on his island in Lake Huron by fishing and by forays ashore to help himself to farmers’ chickens and seed potatoes. The Wil
Get out the bug repellent – camping season is here
Whether one adores camping in the great outdoors, or shudders at the thought, may have a lot to do with certain childhood memories.
‘Why is everything so big here?’
My family just recently returned from a week-long trip to Orlando, where we took in the sights and sounds of all there is to enjoy in Florida – Disney, Universal Studios, Daytona Beach, Legoland… and extremely large portion sizes of food.
Rail trail near Mildmay temporarily closed
The Bruce County rail trail will be closed for two weeks (May 29 to June 7) between Absalom Street and Concession 30 in Mildmay due to the installation of a sanitary line within the rail trail corridor.
Varney Conservation Area swimming pond closed
Varney Conservation Area’s swimming pond is being closed until further notice.
Rotary Club hosts 11th drawing of Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club held the 11th drawing of the Walkerton Lottery on May 18. Winners in this drawing include Glen Sternall ($1,000), Greg Smith ($500), Keith Hopkins ($300), Chris Peabody ($250), Bonnie Noble ($200) and Mike Taylor ($150). The draw was made by Perry Davies (left), with assistance from
