CHESLEY - The Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) will maintain nine trustee positions for the 2026 municipal election, with no changes to how those seats are distributed across its jurisdiction in Bruce and Grey Counties.
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Bruce County municipalities seek applicants for joint election compliance audit committee
BRUCE COUNTY - Residents across several Bruce County municipalities are being invited to apply for a Joint Compliance Audit Committee (JCAC) that will help oversee election campaign finances ahead of this year’s municipal and school board elections.
Howick approves MTO request
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has requested an allowance for MTO to upgrade West Heritage Street at Highway 9 and Fordwich Line in June 2026 in preparation for the repaving of Highway 9 during construction season in 2027.
Flooding, drainage work and water systems updates discussed at South Bruce council
SOUTH BRUCE - Flooding from spring melt and several days of heavy rain is putting pressure on drainage systems across South Bruce, as the municipality works through ongoing maintenance, repairs and water system operations.
49ers U15A team don OMHA Red Hats, crowned provincial champions
WHITBY - The Midwest 49ers U15A team has officially etched their name among the best, capturing the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) Championship in dominant fashion.
Canadian Foodgrains Bank executive director speaks on difference local farmers are making overseas
LISTOWEL - Members of the farming community here and in surrounding areas gathered at the Knox Presbyterian Church on March 25 to discuss how locals are making a difference in the fight against global hunger through the farming groups they participate in.
Meade highlights environmental plan benefits
WALKERTON - Matthew Meade, environmental initiatives co-ordinator, presented highlights of the draft Environmental Sustainability Action Plan to Bruce County council at the April 2 meeting.
TIEF agreement approved for East Ridge developer
WALKERTON - Bruce County Council passed a motion on April 2 to approve Brockton’s request to enter into a Tax Increment Equivalent Fund (TIEF)
Music festival celebrates local students, teachers
WALKERTON - Walkerton is getting ready for the 42nd annual Midwestern Ontario Rotary Music Festival.
Mildmay meeting explains Ontario’s new Blue Box Recycling changes to residents
MILDMAY - Community members gathered at the Mildmay Community Centre on March 27 to learn how Ontario’s new Blue Box recycling program will change the way waste is collected and sorted in their community.
Easter Egg Hunt in Elmwood a delightful event despite rain
The promise was, rain or not, the Easter Egg Hunt in Elmwood would be fun, with activities, games, a small petting zoo and the opportunity for photos with special guest, the Easter Bunny.
Brubacher explores April Fools’ origin
April Fools day occurs on April 1st every year and is a casual holiday that gives us an excuse to play, hopefully harmless, pranks on our friends and family. The origin of April Fools day is uncertain, however there are multiple theories that have been thrown around.
U12 Huron-Perth Lakers win Alliance Championship
HURON/PERTH - The U12 Huron-Perth Lakers hockey team completed an undefeated season on March 27 in Essex.
Goodfellow records top euchre score
WALKERTON - Euchre was played at the Walkerton library on Wednesday, April 1.
Businesses face new recycling reality under Ontario Blue Box changes
MILDMAY - Local businesses are being forced to rethink how they manage recycling after Ontario’s new Blue Box program removed commercial properties from curbside collection.
