Huron County is launching an app this fall with the company 468Insider, which will allow users to earn and redeem points at local businesses.
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New app supports agronomic decision-making for Ontario farmers
The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) hosted the official launch of Resilient Fields on Aug. 12.
OFA outlines key priorities for agriculture in federal election
The agriculture and food industry is a key driver of Canada’s economy, ensuring our grocery shelves stay stocked and our food supply chain strong and viable. Each day, our farmers take the extra step to ensure resiliency in the province’s food supply chain by growing healthy and sustainable food loc
Brockton to receive RED funding from province
The Municipality of Brockton will receive provincial funding to assist in finding an app that will help keep residents up to date on local initiatives.
Play ball!
Walkerton’s ball diamonds are being well used despite the pandemic – not to the same extent as in normal summers, but enough to keep young ball players in practice.
Brockton council provides support to four athletes attending international competition
Council approved a request from Shalyn Sulkye for funding to assist her in competing at the 2021 WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) World Kickboxing Championship in Italy where she’ll be representing Canada.
Huron, Bruce counties receive more COVID-19 relief funds
Huron County and Bruce County will receive close to $2 million in new funding from the province to help deliver critical services, create longer-term housing solutions, and keep vulnerable people safe.
West Grey reports ‘significant results’ from AMO conference
The 2021 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, held virtually for the second year in a row, resulted in important commitments for West Grey from three provincial ministries, Enbridge Gas and Hydro One.
Walkerton Optimists host Backyard Living Tour
The Aug. 20 Backyard Living Tour, hosted by the Walkerton and District Optimist Club, offered the perfect excuse to do a bit of visiting and get some ideas on how to celebrate summer outdoor living at its best, while supporting a great cause.
Jan Johnstone nominated as the NDP candidate for Huron–Bruce
Jan Johnstone, an education and community leader, is the NDP’s candidate for Huron–Bruce.
Early childhood educators urgently needed across Grey-Bruce
Working as a registered early childhood educator is more than a job – it’s a rewarding career. Bruce County and Grey County are now recruiting early childhood educators (ECEs) who can make a positive and lasting impact on children’s lives in our region.
Young bald eagle rescued in East Ridge Business Park
The large bird had been hanging around the construction equipment in East Ridge Business Park, Walkerton, for a day or two when Matt Brownson noticed him.
Huron OPP investigating damage to election campaign signs
Huron County OPP is investigating two recent incidents where political party election signs were vandalized.
Back-to-school COVID-19 vaccination clinics scheduled in Grey-Bruce
The Bluewater District School Board and Grey Bruce Catholic District School Board are advising that COVID-19 vaccination should be at the top of the to-do list for back-to-school preparations.
Bruce County decides against small business tax subclass
Bruce County has joined a growing list of counties and municipalities that have decided against implementing the province’s small business property subclass tax option.
