A sudden, intense winter storm led to a number of postponements Friday night, including the PJHL game dubbed “Battle of the Basement” between the Goderich Flyers and Walkerton Capitals.
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Hanover Community Players make donation to Ontario Student Nutrition Program
Bev Gateman, Grey-Bruce co-ordinator, Ontario Student Nutrition Program, accepts a donation of $896 from Hanover Community Players board member Linda Manchester. The money was raised from patrons attending Oliver! and the $1 per ticket program. HCP thanks its supporters for attending the shows and m
Meridian makes donation to local music program
Meridian Credit Union has donated $250 to Sistema Walkerton through its Good Neighbour Program.
Allison Lupton Band to perform at Victoria Jubilee Hall
The Allison Lupton Band takes to the stage at Victoria Jubilee Hall on Saturday, Feb. 25.
Ice opens at Formosa Outdoor Rec Centre
After a relatively warm January, the temperature dropped and the Formosa Recreation Ice Team could finally make ice in the newly-built covered outdoor pad in Formosa. A few skaters tested the ice on Feb. 2 and 3, with more weathering the wind on Feb. 4. This picture of the outdoor pad was taken on S
Barrett commends hospital staff for efforts during Christmas storm
South Bruce Grey Health Centre CEO Michael Barrett gave a huge shout-out to staff during his Feb. 1 report to the board of directors.
Fire destroys home west of Walkerton
On Monday, Jan. 30, Walkerton firefighters responded to a blaze at a two-storey home in Riversdale, on Highway 9.
Saugeen Conservation updates council on programs, services
Jennifer Stephens, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) general manager, made a presentation to council at its Jan. 31 meeting on the programs and services it offers.
Peabody: Brockton to receive additional funds for court security
Mayor Chris Peabody received some good news for local taxpayers, in the form of word from the office of the solicitor general that the municipality will get more money for court security.
Rotary Club makes fourth drawing of Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club recently conducted its fourth drawing of the Walkerton Lottery. Winners in this round are Terry and Jim Bogden ($1,000), the Walkerton Fire Department ($500), Michael Gill ($300), John and Lori McCuaig ($250), Bob and Lois Metcalfe ($200) and Jerry VanDyke ($150). The draw was made b
Skating on the ice oval
The weekend’s blast of polar air meant winter fun for a lot of people – snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and of course, skating on the Lobies Park ice oval. Skaters who enjoy the open air and lovely scenery in Lobies Park are hoping the polar vortex returns.
Hanover man killed in snowmobile crash in Brockton
A snowmobile crash late Saturday night has resulted in a fatality.
Brockton council discusses draft rec master plan
Council got a look at the recreation master services and facilities plan that’s intended to guide decision making for the next decade.
Downward trend in real estate market continues in January
2023 started in much the same way as 2022 ended for real estate sales in Brockton – on a decline.
Brockton council approves 2023 budget
Brockton residents will see the municipal portion of their property tax bill go up by 7.43 per cent, which amounts to an increase of $188 per year or $15.73 per month for the average property.
