Trillium Mutual Insurance recently announced a $2,000 donation to Sistema Walkerton though its ROOTS Community Fund.
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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.
Time to stop blaming the pandemic
Some of us are starting to see a pattern. The economy is a mess. Well, of course it is, and we need look no farther than the pandemic for something to blame.
Victoria Jubilee Hall receives grant to repair and refurbish 15 windows
Council approved an application to the heritage fund for repairing and refurbishing 15 windows at Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH).
‘An Evening in Tuscany’ marks a return to in-person hospital foundation gala
After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala returned to an in-person format on Saturday, April 29.
Council wants options for new Walkerton arena time clock
Council had no questions about the need to replace the time clock at the Walkerton Community Centre. The 20-year-old clock hasn’t been functioning well for a couple of years, and tends to cut out mid-game.
Council discusses need for safety measures on Ridout Street
The issue of speeding on Ridout Street in Walkerton emerged during the new business portion of the April 25 meeting of Brockton council.
OPP issues public safety warning about lethal substance being sold online
Police have issued a warning for Ontario residents about a potentially lethal substance being sold and distributed within the province.
Milwaukee tools stolen from Atwood business
Police are investigating the theft of several Milwaukee tools from an Atwood business.
Two teens charged after damaging pavilion in North Perth park
Two teens have been charged by Perth County OPP following a mischief investigation.
Barn broken in to in North Perth, police investigating
The Perth County OPP are investigating a break and enter to a barn on Perth Line 72 in the Municipality of North Perth.
OPP offer drivers tips on sharing local roadways with farm equipment
An increasing number of farmers are operating from more than one site, which increases the amount of time that farm vehicles are on the road.
Foundation provides nearly $500K for equipment, projects at Wingham hospital
Thanks to the generosity of the community, the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation was able to support the purchase of $478,440 in equipment and facility upgrades from the Wingham and District Hospital. These funds represent the donations made in the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
