From Sept. 11, 1991
News
A lake by any other name …
There was a hefty round of cheers – the Bronx variety – when the leader of that country to the south of us announced he was changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
Museum and Cultural Centre presents, A Travelers Journey with Black and White Film
SOUTHAMPTON – The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites the public to attend the opening reception of A Travelers Journey with Black and White Film, a new exhibition by local artist Dian Wise, on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Starter Company Plus offers up to $7,000 for new South Bruce businesses
SOUTH BRUCE – People looking to start or grow a business in South Bruce could receive up to $7,000 in funding through a returning partnership between Bruce County and the municipality.
Walkerton FC claims top Southwest spot
WALKERTON – It has been a busy summer at the Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park in Walkerton with local league and rep teams of all ages tearing up the pitch according to a release from club representatives.
Transportaiton, mobility concerns for local seniors
WALKERTON – Transportation and mobility would probably be the top priority for older adults in Bruce County, according to a report presented to county council on Sept. 3, by Emily Kussmann, director of long-term care and senior services.
South Bruce looks at preliminary $185,000 surplus
TEESWATER – New development and stronger investment returns helped South Bruce finish 2025 with about $185,000 left over in its operating budget.
Local health care activists rally at office of MP Alex Ruff
OWEN SOUND – Grey Bruce Health Coalition was one of 26 communities in the province that took concerns about two-tier health care to their local member of parliament.
Bruce-Grey Catholic board projects $750,000 deficit as costs rise
HANOVER – A year after finishing with millions left over, the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board is now expecting to end the school year about $750,000 in the red as staffing costs climb and provincial funding falls.
Perth County council restricted in lame duck period until Nov. 15
STRATFORD – Potential exists for the re-election of six current Perth County incumbent members, a number which is less than the three-quarters majority threshold needed to prevent a restricted acts period, also commonly known as a lame duck period.
North Perth pitched pilot project to bring workforce to municipality
LISTOWEL – North Perth council was asked to participate in a pilot project which could result in bringing individuals from Toronto to live and work in North Perth.
UWPH Brunch N’ Learn looks at homeless issue
WINGHAM – On Sept. 5, the third annual Brunch N’ Learn event happened at the Northern Huron Connection Centre in Wingham. A meal was enjoyed by those in attendance, followed by three guest speakers.
Wingham announces expanded schedule for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
In a historic first for the community, Wingham is opening its doors to all who wish to stand in solidarity for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Weather wreckage spans from Lake Huron to Toronto
ONTARIO – Thunderstorms that swept in off Lake Huron on Sept. 2 brought with them a variety of severe weather that travelled as far as the Greater Golden Horseshoe area.
United Way sets new co-chairs
STRATFORD – On the cusp of United Way Perth-Huron’s (UWPH) latest fundraising campaign, UWPH recently announced the organization’s Stratford-Perth co-chairs for the 2026-27 campaign, Marian deWever and June Leitch.
