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Draft 2026 budget proposes three per cent tax rate increase
GODERICH – The Town of Goderich’s draft 2026 budget proposes a three per cent tax rate increase. Council held a budget meeting on Jan. 27, during which treasurer Deanna Hastie presented the draft document and councillors provided input. This is Goderich’s first budget under the province’s “strong mayor” legislation. While the numbers aren’t yet final, […]
Bruce County museum launches virtual museum experience
A new online platform makes visiting the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre easier, even when Old Man Winter makes travelling almost impossible. The museum has launched its new virtual museum experience, developed in partnership with Georgian College, allowing visitors to explore its galleries and spaces virtually at anytime and from anywhere. “Partnering with Georgian […]
Local ball players named to Team Canada ahead of 2026 World Cup
A pair of local softball players will travel with Team Canada to Columbia later this year to compete in the 2026 WBSC U23 Men’s Softball World Cup.
Eight names on ballot in byelection for Nawash chief
Eight names will appear on the ballot for a byelection of chief at the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. The list of candidates was released by electoral officer Vaughn Johnston on Wednesday. Following the Jan. 22 nomination meeting at Neyaashiinigmiing, a preliminary list of 16 candidates was released, but nominees had until Tuesday to withdraw their name from appearing on the ballot. The candidates […]
Wiarton church and Community Living’s plan to build homes crosses hurdle
A Wiarton church and Community Living plan to build eight apartments for people with developmental disabilities is one step closer to becoming a reality. Following a public meeting at Tuesday’s South Bruce Peninsula council meeting, councillors approved proposed amendments to the town’s official plan, paving the way for the project to proceed once the necessary […]