For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been spending time scouring back issues of the Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times and Wingham Advance Times in preparation for the Ontario Community Newspapers Association’s (OCNA) Better Newspaper Competition.
News
Time to stop the applause
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a comedian did not violate Quebec Charter rights regarding free speech by mocking disabled child singer Jérémy Gabriel for years.
Eligibility for third dose of COVID-19 vaccine expands
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization has announced increased recommendations for the administration of a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Brockton mayor may seek to override county objections to new affordable housing
An affordable housing development for Brockton continues to be a priority for Mayor Chris Peabody and his council.
Councillor asks for update on Saugeen Municipal Airport situation
During the new business portion of the Oct. 26 meeting of council, Coun. Steve Adams said he was “surprised and disappointed” that the “pilons” are still in place at the airport.
Ghosties and ghoulies take over Walkerton firehall for Halloween hijinx
Where else but a haunted firehall could Cruella Deville chat with a small Spiderman, while ghouls, goblins, pirates and Sparky the Fire Dog handed out Halloween treats on Oct. 30?
Walkerton BIA moves forward with council’s support
The Walkerton BIA is in the process of making changes that will allow it to move forward successfully.
Solar speed signs to be installed throughout Brockton
Members of the public are undoubtedly familiar with those signs that flash your speed as you enter Walkerton from east or west.
Bruce County council ‘bites the bullet,’ approves infrastructure renewal levy
Bruce County council has decided to bite the bullet, however unpalatable it might be, and implement an infrastructure renewal levy of 1.5 per cent for 2022, in addition to the 4.8 per cent regular levy.
Mushroom growers applaud province for tightening rules for temporary help agencies
The Canadian Mushroom Growers’ Association (CMGA) has expressed its support of the Ontario government tightening rules for temporary help agenices.
FCC trade report shows strong agriculture and food exports in 2020
Despite a global contraction in agriculture exports, 2020 was a relatively good year for Canadian agriculture and food exporters, according to Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) latest trade report.
Virtual job fair to be held Nov. 23
In response to local labour shortages, partners of the Grey Bruce Virtual Job Fair are planning a fall edition to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23, from 2 to 7 p.m.
Stoltz, Hub merging to form Equipment Ontario
Stoltz Sales and Service, with locations in Mildmay and Listowel, will be getting a new look later this year.
Victory eludes Walkerton Hawks in both weekend games
The Walkerton Hawks continue to improve, coming together as a team, but victory stayed out of reach this past weekend as hometown fans saw their Hawks take on Mount Forest on Friday evening and Mitchell on Sunday. The first game ended in a 6-4 loss, and the second in a 6-3 loss.
