Mayor Chris Peabody says the province’s recent announcement of Ontario Municipal Partnership Funding (OMPF) allocations for 2022 is “fantastic” news for Brockton.
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Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation half way to reaching radiothon campaign goal
The recent CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon was once again a success, raising more than $500,000 for 12 area hospital foundations.
Pedestrian crossing planned for Durham-McNab intersection in Walkerton
The Durham-McNab Street intersection in Walkerton is busy and dangerous. There have been several collisions and near-misses in recent years.
Bruce County concerned over infrastructure deficit
The county’s 2022 budget came before council a second time at its Oct. 21 meeting. It became clear during discussion there is still work to be done – not so much on paring back numbers, but on ensuring there is enough funding to get needed infrastructure work done.
St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School goes green for Emrey
Students and staff at St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School wore green on Oct. 25 in support of Dwarfism Awareness Day, as well as to recognize and celebrate Emrey Sinclair, a student at St. Teresa with Dwarfism. Principal Daniel Pitre said they have been learning about Dwarfism as a school “becaus
Ironmen jet past Flyers, free fall against Hawks
The Wingham Ironmen split the weekend with a 5-2 win over the Goderich Flyers, and a 3-0 loss against the Mitchell Hawks.
No hockey ice at Belmore arena this season
Despite the province gradually making its way out of the COVID-19 pandemic, some organizations are still feeling the impact of the pandemic.
Howick Township to implement vaccine policy on Nov. 1
The Township of Howick is the latest municipality to implement a COVID-19 vaccination policy, with council approving the Oct. 19 report from Clerk Carol Watson that introduced the new policy.
Huron County explores dispersed supportive housing options
County of Huron social and property services staff are exploring supportive housing requirements and funding opportunities that align with the county’s Long-Term Affordable Housing and Homelessness Plan, according to a release.
Speed limit changes approved for Huron County locations
Speed limits will be adjusted on several Huron County roads after county council approved a request from their manager of public works to reduce the speed of drivers coming into three towns.
Huron-Kinloss council expresses concern over county development charges, Good Growth discussion paper
Council expressed concerns over county matters that will impact municipalities, beginning with county development charges and the Good Growth discussion paper.
Council approves request for donation bin at landfill
A Diabetes Canada donation bin could soon be coming to the Morris Ward landfill.
Smuck Bridge construction remains on schedule
Construction of the Smuck Bridge on Abraham Line remains schedule and budget.
Landfill water monitoring program to expand
Director of Public Works Jamie McCarthy informed North Huron council on Oct. 18 that the water monitoring program at the Wingham landfill site will need to expand its parameters after current testing showed a larger radius of monitoring is necessary.
Howick Fire Department awarded FCC AgriSpirit funding
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is giving $1.5 million through its FCC AgriSpirit Fund to 88 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects.
