From Feb. 19, 1992
News
South Bruce Peninsula resolution at odds with SON concerns: Peabody
WALKERTON - Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody says important topics are on the agenda at the Feb. 12 Bruce County council meeting.
Deputy Fire Chief Glen Wilhelm retiring after 52 years with fire service
WALKERTON - The Municipality of Brockton recognized the “outstanding contributions and long-standing service” of Deputy Chief Glen Wilhelm of the Walkerton Fire Department, who will be retiring from his role as deputy chief effective July 1.
Two new exhibitions at county museum
SOUTHAMPTON - The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is presenting two new exhibitions.
We can blame it all on Chaucer
Contrary to popular belief, St. Valentine was never the patron saint of chocolate.
Grace Stagg’s death – Cromarty Presbyterian Church in 1909
At Stratford-Perth Archives, we often stumble across interesting news stories while conducting our…
Students try out new brooms at Walkerton curling club
WALKERTON - As the saying goes, the “new broom sweeps clean.” It’s true. Just ask the local curling club. A group of students from Walkerton District Community School gave the new curling brooms at the Walkerton Golf and Curling Club a good workout the mornings of Feb. 4 and 5.
Municipal reps on Grey Bruce Board of Health to be replaced through application process
WALKERTON - A “reconstituted” Grey Bruce Board of Health is in the process of being formed. A report is coming before Bruce County council on Feb. 12 that recommends council seek applications for its three municipal representatives from current members of county council, and deputy mayors of member
Cyclones take win against Strathroy Rockets on home ice
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Cyclones (10th in the Western Conference of the GOHL) played on home ice on Friday, Feb. 6 against the Strathroy Rockets (9th in the Western Conference of the GOHL), despite a winter storm that closed several roads.
Atwood United Church donated surplus
ATWOOD - Due to the generosity of church members, of time, talent and donations, the Atwood United Church finished 2025 with a surplus of funds.
County selects contractor for courthouse roof
STRATFORD - A carryover project from 2025, according to the accepted tender, should come in under budget.
Fatal snowmobile collision on Perth Line 72, 19-year-old deceased
NORTH PERTH - A 19-year-old lone driver is deceased following a collision involving a snowmobile in North Perth, a police report confirms.
Mayor proposes regular salary review updates
WALKERTON - Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody’s report on a proposed salary review, funded from the Brockton’s Tax Mitigation Reserve in the amount of $15,000, came before council at the Feb. 10 meeting.
Local fuel station meets frozen fortress
LISTOWEL - Although the sign that displays the gas price was blocked by a huge snowbank, area snowmobilers filled up nonetheless at the Pioneer gas station on Mitchell Road in Listowel last weekend.
Victoria Jubilee Hall features Valentine’s motif
The lighting in the Victoria Jubilee Hall tower has something sweet and romantic for Valentine’s Day.
