Lise Morton, vice-president of site selection for the NWMO’s proposed deep geological repository (DGR), provided an update to South Bruce council, reiterating updates provided to the Community Liaison Committee (CLC) and providing comments on the recent deadline extension for site selection.
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South Bruce council takes care of business before lame duck period
South Bruce council officially entered into a “lame duck” period on Aug. 23 to await the upcoming municipal election.
Countdown to Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming is on
The countdown is definitely on for Mildmay-Carrick Homecoming – Aug. 3-7, 2023 – as it is now less than a year away!
Rollover crash results in multiple charges
At about 1:40 a.m. on Sept. 2, Hanover Police patrolling a residential neighbourhood spotted an older model black Ford pick-up truck driving in a suspicious manner in the 400 block of 12th Avenue in Hanover.
Displaying his skills
An expert metalsmith and bladesmith like Daniel Linkenheld can turn a piece of metal into a whimsical decoration, useful tool – or both. Linkenheld was on hand at the Mill Pond Gallery in Cargill on Aug. 27 to demonstrate the blacksmith’s art.
Bruce County Museum gears up for busy fall season
After a very busy summer, Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is preparing for a round of new exhibits, events and programming for fall.
Brockton man to compete in World Water Ski Show Tournament
The 2022 World Water Ski Show Tournament in Winter Haven, Florida, will have a familiar face among the competitors – Baxter Legace.
For the Love of Ice introduces clients to benefits of ice baths
Immersing oneself in a tub of water and ice has some health benefits that some people might find surprising.
Peabody: Municipal elections shaping up to be contentious in some municipalities
Mayor Chris Peabody, one of three mayors in Bruce County who have been acclaimed in the 2022 municipal election, has his eye on other local races, some of which promise to be quite contentious.
OSNP: School food programs challenged by rising food costs
School food programs that provide breakfast and healthy snacks to students are feeling the COVID pinch.
Victoria Jubilee Hall to celebrate 125th anniversary on Sept. 17
The Victoria Jubilee Hall is celebrating its 125th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 17 at noon.
The basics will make you better
My soccer-loving middle son, Levi, has been trying relentlessly to master ‘the rainbow’ with his soccer ball. It requires taking the ball from your heel and flicking it from behind you, over your body like the arc of a rainbow and landing it directly in front of you.
Brockton mayor asks county to comment on proposed federal riding redistribution
The Sept. 1 Bruce County executive committee was amended at the request of County Coun. Chris Peabody, Brockton, to include discussion on proposed federal riding changes, and their impact on Bruce County.
Bruce County council: Housing crisis not just a problem for economically challenged
The impact of the housing crisis in Bruce County goes far beyond the economically challenged, according to Stuart Reid, executive director, Community Foundation Grey Bruce. It affects every level of society, including those traditionally considered middle-class.

