Several Bruce County communities are set to benefit from federal and provincial funding announced on Friday that will expand high-speed internet access.
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Brockton to apply for federal housing accelerator fund
In May of this year, the federal government launched a $4 billion housing accelerator fund that will provide funding for cities, towns and Indigenous governments to develop innovative measures to “unlock new housing supply and fast-track the creation of 100,000 new homes across Canada,” according to
Formosa Lions help with District A-9 Youth Exchange
The A-9 Charlie Shaw Lions Youth Exchange program is back after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth from around the world are being hosted by Lions from District A-9. During their one month, stay the youth spend one week at Camp Klahanie near Goderich while travelling about. On Sunday, J
‘Poppy rocks’ placed on veterans’ resting places in Mildmay
Several members of the Walkerton Legion, along with community members, recently honoured veterans buried in St. Matthews’ Lutheran Cemetery, Sacred Heart Cemetery and St. Paul’s United Cemetery, all in Mildmay.
June a steady month for housing sales in Brockton
June was a steady month for home sales in Brockton.
Brockton to apply for federal funding for Valleyside project
Council has approved a grant application to the federal disaster mitigation and adaptation fund for Valleyside Drive erosion control.
Intersection at Highway 9, Bruce County Road 3 to get traffic signals
“I hold my breath every time I go through that intersection.” Those were the words of Coun. Kym Hutcheon during the July 11 Brockton council meeting.
Market Garden opens in downtown Walkerton
The official opening of Market Garden in downtown Walkerton on July 12 was a celebration of the diverse elements that make up the lively and vibrant downtown.
NPFD holds second running of Junior Firefighter Camp
Sixteen lucky youth had the unique opportunity to learn exactly what it takes to become a seasoned emergency responder last week, as the North Perth Fire Department’s Junior Firefighter Camp was conducted for a second straight year.
June proves to be busy month for home sales in North Perth
Higher borrowing rates do not seem to be deterring home buyers in North Perth.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 South Western Ontario Sharks Swim Meet in Listowel
The Listowel Kinsmen Pool played host to a South Western Ontario Sharks Swim League meet on Saturday, July 15. Minor swim teams from throughout the area took part.
Ironmen defenseman Turner McKenzie killed in July 15 crash
The Provincial Junior Hockey League community continues to mourn the tragic passing of one of its own this week, after standout Wingham Ironmen defenseman Turner McKenzie was killed in a single-vehicle collision on July 15.
Monster Trucks All Out Tour requests noise bylaw exemption for July 29 shows in Listowel
At its July 10 meeting, North Perth council approved an exemption to the noise bylaw for July 29 as the Monster Trucks All Out Tour will be coming to the small town.
Listowel BIA hosting summer programs to engage explorers
Until the end of July, the Listowel Business Improvement Association (BIA) is hosting summer programs to promote tourism in the growing community’s downtown area.
