County Coun. Mark Goetz, South Bruce, had a question for Steve Schaus, the county’s director of paramedic services, on whether a new automated CPR machine is something his municipality should be looking at for local firefighters.
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Consultant: DGR project could help improve local health care
The South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) met virtually for its monthly meeting on May 4, which featured a presentation on health services and infrastructure in the region and how the proposed deep geological repository (DGR) in South Bruce would impact those services.
County hears how proposed Provincial Policy Statement 2023, Bill 97 affects Planning Act
County councillors heard an informative and in-depth presentation from Sandra Weber, director of planning and development, and Denise Van Amersfoort, manager of planning, regarding the proposed Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) 2023 and Bill 97 changes to the Planning Act at the May 2 regular Huron
Town-wide yard sales go May 13
Listowel and Atwood’s annual town-wide yard sales are scheduled for this Saturday, May 13. Any and all members of the public are encouraged to conduct their own private sales on their properties. The event is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. and conclude at 5 p.m.
Weekend Wheelers claim pair of trophies at May Madness
A pair of local spring hockey teams have returned home from Toronto with a pair of trophies.
Murdered and missing honoured at historical site, previously original Nawash settlement in what is now Owen Sound
Giche Namewikwedong Reconciliation Garden Circle, located in Nawash Park, Owen Sound, was once again the backdrop for a day of remembrance for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people (MMIW2S).
When crime becomes big business
The numbers in the news stories are disturbing – 78 stolen vehicles seized by police in the Great Toronto Area. Apparently, the high-end vehicles such as Range Rovers were on their way to the United Arab Emirates.
Walkerton lottery winners
In May, the Rotary Club made its tenth drawing of the Walkerton Lottery.
County marks Emergency Preparedness Week
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 7 to May 13 in Bruce County. Residents and visitors are reminded to be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for a minimum of 72 hours.BRUCE COUNTY – Emergency Preparedness Week is May 7 to May 13 in Bruce County. Residents and visitors are reminded to
Region’s unemployment rate hits 6% in April
The region’s unemployment rate has hit its highest point in more than two years.
LDSS juniors pick up consolation title
The LDSS junior boys’ hockey team had a short but highly-successful season, entering two competitive tournaments this spring.
Cyclones add two former players to coaching staff
Two Listowel Junior Cyclones alumni are returning home, albeit behind the bench instead of on it this time around.
Colts obtain Teague Vader in OHL Priority Selection
There was a strong sense of déjà vu in the Vader household last weekend.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Kin Cares Youth Group Carnival
The Kin Cares Youth Group hosted a fundraising carnival on Saturday, April 29 at the Listowel Kin Station, followed by an evening of song to the tunes of High School Musical. The upstart group is looking to bring a disc golf course to Listowel through its fundraising efforts.
Listowel Lifestyle Show set for May 12-13
The North Perth Chamber of Commerce’s premier spring event is upon us once again.
