Council once again revisited the proposed cross-border services agreement with North Huron for water and sewer services for 19 connections in Morris-Turnberry that connect to North Huron’s system.
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North Huron Food Share honours longtime volunteer
For 18 years, Joyce Johnston has given her time and energy to the North Huron Food Share program, helping others and selflessly ensuring that those who need a little extra help with food are looked after.
Bailey ‘not surprised’ Morris-Turnberry declined latest cross-border services offer from North Huron
Reeve Bernie Bailey says he isn’t surprised Morris-Turnberry council turned down the latest draft of the cross-border services agreement with North Huron, but is optimistic that this long-standing issue will be resolved.
Locals rally to support McKee Tattoo owner after accident
In the evening of June 15, local business owner Sheldon McKee, of McKee Tattoos in Wingham, was airlifted from the scene of a crash and taken to a London hospital for treatment.
‘A waste of four years’: Morris-Turnberry declines latest cross-border servicing proposal from North Huron
Morris-Turnberry council has once again declined an offer from North Huron for a cross-border servicing agreement.
Board commends Westario’s achievements at annual meeting
Westario Power’s President and CEO, Jenny Alfandary, highlighted several significant milestones and accomplishments that the local distribution company achieved in the past year at their annual general meeting on June 22.
Walkerton District Secondary School recognizes track athletes
Walkerton District Community School sent 60 athletes to the South West Regional Track and Field meet in Mildmay recently. WDCS won the school competition, thanks to a strong performance by all of its athletes.
Formosa Country Christmas makes donation to Teeswater Medical Clinic
Debbie and Don Busby (centre), members of the Formosa Country Christmas committee, present Paul Cronin and Dwight Leslie of the Teeswater Medical Clinic, with a cheque for $1,500. “We were extremely fortunate to see a profit from our Formosa Christmas event this past December, and wanted to be sure
Council to deliberate requests from Formosa Homecoming Committee
A weekend filled with events such as an ambassador competition, scavenger hunt, golf tournament, dances, parade, and community breakfasts, to name a few, will round out the Formosa Homecoming weekend on July 28 to Aug. 1.
Brockton hears presentation on welcoming newcomers
The June 21 presentation to council by Deepikaa Gupta – Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership (GBLIP), David Morris – Welcoming Communities Grey Bruce (WCGB) and Suneet Kukreja – YMCA co-ordinator of Settlement and Language Services, was entitled, appropriately enough, Circle of Support for Newco
Arra provides COVID-19 and monkeypox update
Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health (MOH) for Grey-Bruce, presented an update on the COVID-19 situation and monkeypox to members of the board of health on Friday, June 24.
Walkerton District Community School students take part in ‘water day’
Students in junior kindergarten to Grade 3 at Walkerton District Community School participated in a water day on Friday, June 24. The day was full of sun, fun and laughter – and the occasional cold treat!
Market Garden Park project receives funding
Brockton is pleased to announce that its Market Garden Park project was selected for the My Main Street Community Activator program and has received $54,000 to assist in the park’s development as a community hub in downtown Walkerton.
Strawberry supper
The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary held a Strawberry Supper on Sunday, June 26 at the Walkerton Knights of Columbus Hall, with proceeds going to community projects. Here, Cally Quish, Ellen Sawyer, Leona Settley and Sheila Morrison enjoy the meal.
Get ready for Private Collectors Garage Tour
The Private Collectors Garage Tour on July 16, put on by the Mildmay, Walkerton and Hanover Rotary, and Saugeen Hospice promises to be a real treat for auto enthusiasts, if the media event on Friday, June 24 is any indication.
