The Bruce County Beef Farmers are proud of our community’s strong roots in agriculture and want to encourage our youth to consider a future in this industry.
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OFA VIEWPOINT: OFA engages election candidates on food security, supply chain resilience
Ontario’s provincial election campaign is now in full swing, and across the province, candidates are engaging with voters in hopes of capturing their support at the ballot box. In turn, voters want to know where candidates stand on the issues that matter most to them.
Courts award costs to Robinson and Southampton Cultural Heritage Conservancy
On May 13, 2022, Justice Gordon D. Lemon of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice determined that Bruce County will pay Laura Robinson and the Southampton Cultural Heritage Conservancy a fixed amount of $140,000 for legal costs.
Crohn’s disease sufferer looks to raise more awareness about condition
After five long years, Mercedes Battler has finally reached a point where she can actually start living a normal life once again.
Neighbours voice concerns over Teeswater Mill owners’ proposition to host wedding ceremonies on site
The sixth owners of the historic 133-year-old Teeswater Mill are proposing to host wedding ceremonies.
Brockton mayor concerned over possibility of another ruling against county
Mayor Chris Peabody doesn’t mince words when it comes to a legal issue involving the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre.
Community celebrates the memory of Brian Raper
Brian Raper didn’t just write about Cargill, he was the community’s biggest cheerleader, the self-described “Ambassador of the Magical Village of Cargill, Lover of Life and Laugh, and Collector of Hugs.”
Students honoured with special awards
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board celebrated its annual “Applause Breakfast Awards” event Friday, May 6 at the Chesley Community Centre, as part of Catholic Education Week celebrations.
Rotary Club holds 10th drawing of Walkerton Lottery
The Rotary Club of Walkerton held the tenth drawing of the Walkerton Lottery on May 12. Rotarian Dawn Clark (right) made the draw under the watchful eyes of fellow Rotarians Flo Gutscher, Shirely Bonneveld and Albert Bonneveld. Winners in this round are Kevin McTeer ($1,000), Derek Detzler ($500), D
Greg McLean seeks Brockton council seat
Greg McLean has announced he’s running for the position of councillor in Brockton.
New bridge being built in Riversdale
Council approved the Riversdale Bridge tender from Looby Builders Ltd. of Dublin in the amount of $2,634,178.31 including tax.
Brockton’s building boom continues
Council heard from a delegation representing Valleyside Apartments and approved a report recommending a bylaw coming forward regarding a site plan control agreement with Henry Chen, Nehura Corp.
Touch-A-Truck returns to Walkerton on June 11
The Walkerton Firefighters Association is holding the Touch-A-Truck and Firefighters Breakfast on Saturday, June 11, 8 a.m.-noon, at the Fire Department parking lot.
Brockton council chooses option one for Optimist Park playground
The Optimist Park playground, located on the west side of the arena, is a delightful place for children with structures to swing on, climb on and slide down.
