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.
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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).
Crowds enjoy family fun in Chepstow
Chepstow Family Funfest Weekend, June 24-26, couldn’t have been better – sunshine, baseball, and crowds of people enjoying themselves.
Lobies Park issue raised during Brockton council meeting
A petition has been circulating in Brockton, calling for an end to the use of Lobies Park to house homeless people.
Two special volunteers honoured by Brockton
Brockton’s Volunteer Recognition Event and awards presentation on Thursday, June 23 at the Cargill Community Centre gave local volunteers a chance to be treated to a dinner and garden party in the sunshine, and to see two of their own recognized with special awards.
Listowel Memorial Hospital emergency department to be closed for 14-hour span this weekend
The emergency department at Listowel Memorial Hospital will be temporarily closed for a portion of the upcoming holiday weekend.
