Category Archives: Local News

It might be pretty to look at, but it’s an invasive plant that threatens the ecology of beaches along Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. It’s called Phragmites, a tall plant also known as the co...

Provincial downloading of ambulance services to municipalities was a big mistake. That from the President and CEO of the Ontario Hospital Association. Tom Closson says land ambulance should return to ...

There has been no confirmation that remains found in a field near Mount Forest are those of Tori Stafford. But O-P-P Commissioner Julian Fantino says there are “strong leads” that are poin...

Bruce Peninsula National Park is getting top marks from a national Environmental Organization for efforts being made to protect and manage its natural environment. The Canadian Parks and Wilderness So...

For the second year in a row, West Grey councillor Don Marshall has tried to set an example for other councillors. He has decided to donate his pay increase and mileage claims to local community group...

The Olympic Spirit is coming to Saugeen Shores. On December 28th, the Olympic Torch will be passing through Port Elgin and Southampton on its way to the games in Vancouver-Whistler. Recreation Manager...

Some tense moments in the air for a Port Elgin pilot and his daughter. Bruce Peninsula OPP say the 62 year old man was forced to make an emergency landing just before Noon Monday after his plane exper...

A fire has destroyed a home in Walkerton. An alert volunteer firefighter spotted smoke coming from a home on McNab Street just before 1 PM Sunday and called for help. The Walkerton and Mildmay Carrick...

Construction continues on a new development in Walkerton. The project includes 25 rental townhouse units geared to seniors and 35 single detached residential homes just west of the Walkerton Community...

A 19 year old from Mildmay has been crowned Miss Midwest Ontario. Jackie Burgess beat out 24 other girls aged 17 to 23 to win the title in Walkerton last night. The first runner-up is 18 year old Cand...