A night out at the movies, bingo with a meat draw, and most recently a trip to the Owen Sound bowling alley are some of the ways the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is “engaging” with the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) sister territories of Nawash and Saugeen.
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BGCDSB holds annual Applause Breakfast Awards in Chesley
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board celebrated its annual Applause Breakfast Awards event Monday, May 1 at the Chesley Community Centre, as part of the board’s Catholic Education Week celebrations.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society: Part 2
This is the second in a series of articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. These articles will be published several times over the next few months in loving memory of longstanding society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our town
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Walkerton Agricultural Society’s Vendors Market
The Walkerton Agricultural Society’s vendors markert was well-attended on Saturday, April 29.
South Bruce awards contract for zoning bylaw review
Council has awarded the contract for a comprehensive zoning bylaw review. And the good news for ratepayers is that the review should come in under budget.
Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming less than 100 sleeps away
With only three months until the big weekend of Aug. 3-7, the Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming 2023 Committee held their regular meeting on Tuesday, April 25.
South Bruce council wants more info before moving forward with electric vehicle charging stations
Council wants more information about what is involved with installing an electric vehicle (EV) charging station within South Bruce.
Hike for Hospice goes May 7 in three locations
Hike for Hospice is holding three hikes this year, all on May 7 at 1 p.m. – Walkerton at the agricultural building, Hanover at Pavilion Park, and Mildmay – Lions Pavilion behind the arena. Cookies, beverages and trail maps will be available. Don’t forget proper footwear! A dedicated local supporter
Bruce County seeks public input on transportation
Bruce County is undertaking a transit demand and feasibility study to get input on the need and demand for transit solutions for county residents, workers, students, and visitors.
Peabody: County to look at sustainable, attainable housing
Brockton Mayor and Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody has arranged for a presentation at the May 4 meeting of Bruce County council, by Georgian Bay Housing Development Corp.
Formosa CWL welcomes guest speaker
The Formosa Catholic Women’s League (CWL) celebrated their annual mass and breakfast on Sunday, April 23.
Walkerton Legion supports WDCS lacrosse program
Walkerton District Community School is starting a lacrosse team. The Walkerton Legion recently donated $1,000 to help with equipment costs and travel expenses for the newly-formed team. Pictured are Josh Bartlett, Mathew Eckert, Rich Henry Youth Education Chairman, and Travis Gibbons.
Sistema Walkerton receives donation from local insurance company
Trillium Mutual Insurance recently announced a $2,000 donation to Sistema Walkerton though its ROOTS Community Fund.
What’s happening at the library?
Spring is here and the Bruce County Public Library is getting ready for warmer days. The library is always busy, and April was no exception.
Pioneer tails: mice swarm shanty; cat useless
David and William Kennedy opened the door to their shanty, and confronted a plague of mice eating in the pantry, chewing through boxes of supplies, nesting in the bedding.
