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Pilot project will see enhanced bylaw enforcement on local trails

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

If you’re heading out ATVing on Bruce County’s trails this summer, you’d better have your trail permit – and you’d be well advised not to litter or destroy trees.

Bruce County’s planning committee approves two-stage adoption of new Official Plan

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Bruce County’s new Official Plan (OP) review has hit some snags, in part due to unprecedented growth at a time when there were some staffing vacancies – and a pandemic.

Police recover over $200K worth of stolen property in Culross Township

Midwestern Newspapers June 16, 2022Police

Police say more than $200,000 worth of stolen property has been recovered following the execution of a search warrant at a Culross Township property.

Plaque honouring longtime Palmerston Observer publisher unveiled

Mike Wilson June 16, 2022Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

For 43 years, Art Carr reported on the news and events of Palmerston, essentially documenting the town’s history during that time in the pages of the Palmerston Observer.

Monkton 165th Homecoming shaping up to be party of the summer

Dan McNee June 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

It’s been two years in the making, and now one of Monkton’s biggest parties in the town’s history is right around the corner.

Amanda McKertcher wins Monkton Homecoming 165 logo design contest

Bea Todd June 16, 2022Listowel Banner, Local News, News

To celebrate Monkton’s 165th Homecoming, a contest was announced on social media, looking for a local citizen to design a logo for the event.

Busy week for service clubs in Formosa

Submitted June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

What a busy week the clubs in Formosa have had. Meetings, meetings, meetings, and planning, planning, planning.

And the winner is…

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The excitement continues this coming Saturday, June 18, at Hanover Raceway, 1:30 p.m. In Race 1, June 11, Arcanum, driven by Colin Kelly, took first place.

Peabody to push for Brockton expansion in county’s Official Plan

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The county’s Official Plan review schedule is on the agenda for the June 16 meeting of Bruce County council.

May a strong month for home sales in Brockton

Mike Wilson June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Despite rising interest rates and near-record lows of listings, the local housing market continues bring increased sales numbers compared to previous years.

Brockton council defeats motion to accept water tower upgrade tender

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Council discussed the latest in a series of tenders that have come in substantially over budget, and ended up defeating the motion to accept it.

Brockton mayor wants commitment from Ontario Health regarding health care

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody told council he wants “a firm commitment from the regional office (of Ontario Health) to support us” in the matter of health care.

Walkerton DCS crushes fundraising goal for Jump Rope for Heart

Submitted June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

On Friday, June 10, 350 children from Walkerton District Community School were jumping for joy as they took part in Jump Rope for Heart’s 40th birthday celebration.

Englishman served with trespass notice

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A pilot involved in an ongoing dispute with the Saugeen Municipal Airport was served last week with a 33-page trespass notice.

Touch-A-Truck returns to Walkerton after two-year hiatus

Pauline Kerr June 16, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

This year’s Touch-a-Truck event on June 11, put on by the Walkerton Firefighters Association, drew a record crowd.

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Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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Walkerton Rotary Club Lottery Draw winners

Winners of the Jan. 8 Walkerton Rotary Lottery Draw

Brockton’s first Mayor’s Budget comes in at increase of 2.64 per cent to levy

WALKERTON - Brockton council has successfully completed its first Mayor’s Budget, coming in with an increase to the municipal tax levy of roughly 2.64 per cent over last year.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Columnists

Municipal, conservation leaders call for pause on restructuring

By Cory Bilyea

Municipal leaders and conservation experts are warning the restructuring of conservation authorities (CAs) outlined in provincial Bill 68 could jeopardize decades of successful watershed management, reduce local governance and impose significant financial burdens on municipalities.

Maitland Conservation adopts 2026 work plan

By Cory Bilyea

Maitland Conservation (MC) board members approved their 2026 work plan and budget despite ongoing uncertainty stemming from the province’s plan to amalgamate conservation authorities (CAs).

County capital budget to drain reserves down to $1 million

By Kelsey Bent

Thirty-three projects totalling $9.6 million were approved for tender in the 2026 Perth County capital budget. The next part of the budget, the draft operating budget, is slated to be presented at the Jan. 22 Perth County Council meeting. 

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