From November 2, 1988.
News
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.
Carney speaks about making bail more difficult to get
There has long been a call to make it more difficult to get bail; Canada’s prime minister has apparently heard the call. He recently said that bail rules will be getting tougher for those arrested for serious crimes.
Avon-Maitland board of trustees hears second delegation pleading for board-run before, after school program
SEAFORTH - Two delegates, armed with a petition containing 450 signatures, pleaded for the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) to establish board-run before and after-school programs at the Oct. 28 meeting.
Official opening of Saugeen Artists Guild store
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody cuts the ribbon at the official opening of the Saugeen Artists Guild store on Nov 1.
Mill Pond Gallery hosts event honouring soldiers from Cargill and area who served in First and Second World Wars
CARGILL - In a community like Cargill, everyone knew the heroes who signed up during the First and Second World Wars – who served overseas, who came back, and who made the ultimate sacrifice. The letters they wrote were treasured and passed from family to family; news about them was shared.
Found slouched behind wheel, area resident charged with impaired, dangerous driving
BROCKTON - On Oct. 26, South Bruce OPP received a call about a traffic hazard on Sideroad 30, south of Chesley.
Conservation authority board discusses update on frazil ice
FORMOSA - As winter approaches, concerns are once again arising about the possibility of frazil ice causing problems in Durham.
Saugeen Conservation meeting on regulated area mapping changes draws 100 people
HURON-KINLOSS - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) held a public information meeting on Oct. 3 to present proposed updates to regulated area mapping for portions of Huron-Kinloss.
Halloween at Brucelea Haven
A lively time was had at Brucelea Haven on Oct. 31.
November is radon action month
HURON/PERTH – November is Radon Action Month in Canada. Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) is…
Municipalities to get boost as province adds to OMPF
GODERICH - Nearly 400 small, rural and northern Ontario communities will be getting a financial boost from the provincial government, by accessing the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF). The provincial program will increase by $50 million, bringing the total funding to $600 million for 2026.
Planning meeting paves way for 40-unit attainable housing project
WALKERTON - An application for a local Official Plan amendment and zoning bylaw amendment came before Brockton council at the Nov. 4 meeting.
St. Teresa teams participate in sports events
The St. Teresa of Calcutta girl’s and boy's soccer teams traveled to the Walkerton Soccer Fields for the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board tournament on Oct. 22.
Event at museum highlights 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain
SOUTHAMPTON - In honour of Remembrance Day, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre will welcome acclaimed historian and author Ted Barris on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. His special presentation explores the significant contributions of Canadian airmen during the Battle of Britain.
