At its June 19 meeting, the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) carried a motion that no motorized boats, both electric and gas powered, be allowed on Lake Wawanosh Conservation Area.
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Walkerton Seniors cards results
WALKERTON – The Walkerton Library Senior’s room was where card players met to keep cool playing…
Special Olympian Helen Clancy cut the cake during Canada’s 126th birthday in 1993
Special Olympian and proud Canadian Helen Clancy was the official cake cutter when Walkerton marked Canada’s 126th birthday in 1993.
Public Health discusses preventing dog bites, negative interactions with wildlife
As the summer weather draws more people outdoors and the busy tourism season approaches, Grey Bruce Public Health is reminding people to always enjoy wildlife from a distance and exercise caution with unfamiliar dogs.
Local man donates five years’ worth of hair to Wigs for Kids
After growing 18 inches worth of hair, Brian Riley donated six braids of his hair to St. Catharines Wigs for Kids, as well as a $2,024 donation to Saugeen Hospice.
Elma Minor Ball Day held June 22
ATWOOD – Saturday, June 22 was Elma Minor Ball Day with teams from all ages divisions in action.…
St. John Ambulance honours its volunteers
St. John Ambulance Grey Bruce Huron Branch held its Honours and Recognition Dinner at the Elmwood community centre on June 19.
Turnberry Memorial Gate repair project more complex than anticipated; next steps outlined
Council here on June 18 was updated on the status of the Turnberry Conservation Area Memorial Gate repairs, next steps and future preservation.
Howick student winner of OMHA-Dairy Farmers of Ontario $5,000 post-secondary bursary
Multi-sport athlete, Gillian Dinsmore of Howick, is being recognized for her accomplishments in minor hockey. Dinsmore plays rep hockey in Howick and also high school hockey, volleyball and basketball at F.E. Madill Secondary School.
SuperDogs wow crowd in Teeswater
The Global Pet Foods SuperDogs wowed their way into the audience’s hearts in Teeswater during a show here on June 19.
Settle back for some laughs with Doris and Ivy in the Home
ST. JACOBS – Two women of a certain age become friends at a retirement home – sounds like…
National Indigenous Peoples Day
As Canada commemorated National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the Alexandra Eagles (Alexandra Community School) hosted their first powwow
Kincardine celebrated Pride on June 22
KINCARDINE– People show their brightest colours at the Kincardine Pride parade on June 22, …
Emergency funding granted for Wescast Community Complex
Interim Director of Public Works and Facilities Chip Wilson presented a report to council here on June 17, requesting emergency funding for the Dectron Unit (dehumidifier) at the Wescast Community Complex after a power surge on May 1 damaged the unit.
Ontario Health Coalition hearings highlight grim reality
The Ontario Health Coalition (OHC) hosted several hearings throughout the province June 8-18, collecting feedback from community members impacted by hospital and emergency department closures.
