Now that I’ve scared off 96 (100?) per cent of my readers, I have to come clean on something. Pun heavily intended. The night of Friday, Jan. 14 marked my first shower of 2022. Not out of choice really, more a representation of present circumstances.
News
Time for a giant leap forward
COVID may be attacking young and old, rich and poor, employed and unemployed at will, but the impact of the pandemic has not been the same for everyone.
Staff at Bruce County’s long-term care homes to follow provincial regulations
Mayor Chris Peabody, who chairs the county’s long-term care board of management, raised an issue at last week’s meeting of Bruce County council meeting regarding staffing.
Grey-Bruce MOH reports shift in focus to ‘slowing the progress of the pandemic’
Dr. Ian Arra, Grey-Bruce medical officer of health (MOH), presented a COVID-19 update to Bruce County council on Thursday, Jan. 13, focusing on “significant changes” caused by the Omicron variant which is spreading at a much higher rate than previous forms of the virus.
Saugeen Conservation presents 2022 budget to Brockton council
Jennifer Stephens, general manager of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SCVA), made a presentation to Brockton council Jan. 11 on the SVCA’s 2022 budget.
Brockton council to move ahead with third-party review on nursing shortage at South Bruce Grey Health Centre
Brockton council is moving ahead with the third-party review of the nursing shortage issue at South Bruce Grey Health Centre.
Fire forces evacuation of seniors’ building in Walkerton
There were no injuries reported in a fire at 401 Cayley St. the night of Wednesday, Jan. 12 into Thursday morning.
Weather co-operates – Brockton’s ice oval, ski trail are open
Mark Coleman, director of community services, got his wish. The weekend’s very cold temperatures were perfect for the opening of the skating oval and the new cross-country ski trail.
Province announces $4.3 million for Listowel Eastdale Elementary School expansion
Plans have been announced by the province to expand Listowel Eastdale Elementary School.
Wingham Advance Times’ 2021 year in review, part 2
This is the second of the two-part section highlighting the stories the Wingham Advance Times reported in the later months of 2021.
Stolen vehicle found destroyed by fire
Huron County OPP continues to investigate a vehicle theft and subsequent arson that took place recently.
Dr. Mousa joins the team at Royal Oaks Clinic, Wingham & District Hospital
According to the new doctor in town, the community has offered him and his wife a warm welcome.
Huron County invites residents to engage with them on the 2022 budget
The County of Huron has sent out an invitation to its residents to engage with them during the 2022 budget process, directing ratepayers to the county’s website to learn more about it.
Winter wonderland
The region was blanketed by snow last week creating a beautiful winter wonderland.
