The recreation department has seen an increase in requests for refunds this year.
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SEDC celebrates 35 years
Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) celebrated 35 years of operation recently.
NWMO invites local media to borehole sites
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) opened the two borehole sites, located on Concession 8 in Teeswater, to give local media organizations a tour and an update on the progress of the exploratory drilling.
Bruce County receives public input at meeting on development charges
The county is considering a development charge of $6,400 for a detached or semidetached residential unit, and $1.88 per square foot for industrial development.
Formosa Lions host successful turkey supper
The Formosa Lions Club held their Hot Turkey Supper on Sunday, Oct. 17. The drive-thru went off without a hitch and no long wait lines. Pictured are Lion Brian Donaldson and Lion Shirley Kuntz, who handed out the boxed meals to the patrons in their cars.
Zone 4 Chair visits Formosa Lions
Formosa Lion President Jim Batte welcomed and introduced Zone 4 Chair Lion Paul Kozma from Kincardine. Lion Paul mentioned how Lions Clubs are coping with COVID-19. He spoke about Campaign 100, which began to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Lions International, which was organized in 1917 by Me
Foxton wins WDHF’s October ‘Pretty in Pink’ raffle
Walkerton resident Mark Foxton (pictured) was the October winner of the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s ongoing ‘Together in Pink’ 50/50 raffle fundraiser. Foxton was the lucky recipient of $5,540 from the October jackpot. Another notable prize winner was Walkerton resident Bridget King
Chepstow Lions make donation to hospital foundation
The Chepstow Lions Club made a $1,000 donation to the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation towards the new mammography machine at the Walkerton hospital. Presenting the cheque to Andy Dales is President Lion Lorne Strauss.
Poppy flag now flying at Victoria Jubilee Hall
The poppy flag is now flying at the Legion, and Poppy banners will be displayed on Clock tower at Victoria Jubilee Hall. Please be generous when you see the poppy canvass volunteers throughout the community. Our thanks to the 812 Bucks’ Crossing Squadron of Royal Canadian Air Cadets for their assi
One hell of a year for local journalism
For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been spending time scouring back issues of the Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times and Wingham Advance Times in preparation for the Ontario Community Newspapers Association’s (OCNA) Better Newspaper Competition.
Time to stop the applause
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a comedian did not violate Quebec Charter rights regarding free speech by mocking disabled child singer Jérémy Gabriel for years.
Eligibility for third dose of COVID-19 vaccine expands
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization has announced increased recommendations for the administration of a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
Brockton mayor may seek to override county objections to new affordable housing
An affordable housing development for Brockton continues to be a priority for Mayor Chris Peabody and his council.
Councillor asks for update on Saugeen Municipal Airport situation
During the new business portion of the Oct. 26 meeting of council, Coun. Steve Adams said he was “surprised and disappointed” that the “pilons” are still in place at the airport.
