A blizzard hit the Kincardine area Friday night, causing road closures and program cancellations. The South Bruce OPP reported that effective Friday, Feb. 6, at 5:34 p.m., Highway 21 was closed, from Amberley to Port Elgin; Highway 9 was closed, from Kincardine to Bruce County Road 1; ...
(ORILLIA, ON) - An abundance of snow in many parts of the province has the OPP and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) urging snowmobilers to not let their enthusiasm about ideal conditions get in the way of safe riding this season. With Ontario Snowmobile Safety Wee...
Bruce County is now accepting applications for the Strategic Community Initiative Fund which supports community-based projects that enhance and complement the core services of the human services department. Through this fund, the department continues its commitment to assisting low-inc...
Jim Pine and Dr. Eileen de Villa, special advisors to Dr. Kieran Moore, Ontario chief medical officer of health, have provided their fourth update on the work being done with the board of health at Grey Bruce Public Health. In a press release, issued Wednesday, the pair reiterate that ...
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board has launched its "Always Learning" initiative, a suite of resources designed to ensure student safety and learning continuity during inclement weather events. As the winter season progresses, the board is clarifying its procedures...
Highways 9 and 21 in the Kincardine area are closed, due to blowing and drifting snow. The South Bruce OPP reported that effective Friday, Feb. 6, at 5:34 p.m., Highway 21 is closed, from Amberley to Port Elgin; Highway 9 is closed, from Kincardine to Bruce County Road 1; and Bruce Cou...
The Kincardine and District Lions Club selected the winners of its Dinner Draw at the business meeting, held Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Kin's Social in Kincardine. Assisting Lions Ken Fair and Paul Kozma, were the evening's guests, Sue Miszturak and Bob Martin. Appreciation goes ou...
Bruce County is reminding residents that now is the perfect time to refresh – or create – a family Emergency Preparedness Plan. From sudden summer tornadoes to multi-day winter storms, rising floodwaters, and even cyber incidents that can disrupt daily life, emergencies can...
The Bluewater District School Board is inviting the public to participate in the 2026-27 budget planning process. An on-line survey has been launched for students, parents/guardians, staff, and other community members to share feedback that will assist the board of trustees in identify...
Independent polling reveals significant community momentum behind potential expansion at the Bruce Power site, with 91 per cent of residents saying it will be good for the community overall and 86 per cent voicing support for exploring new nuclear development. The findings point to a s...
(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE TWP, ON) - A 56-year-old man has died, following a collision involving a vehicle and a snowmobile. Thursday, Feb. 5, at approximately 10:20 p.m., members of the South Bruce OPP responded to the collision on Bruce County Road 11 in Arran-Elderslie Township. The ...
Huron-Kinloss Township's 2026 municipal budget has been finalized and is deemed adopted. This year’s budget balances a commitment to essential infrastructure with a focus on community sustainability, resulting in a four-per-cent tax-rate increase. The budget contains $17.3...
Donald Murray Dennis of Tiverton and formerly of Lucknow, died peacefully, at the Kincardine Hospital, Feb. 4, 2026, at the age of 86. Survived by his wife, Joy (née Weber), and his sister Olga (Murray) Smith of Seaforth. Beloved father of Michael Donald Dennis and his wife, ...
As we announced last week, we are busy preparing for the launch of our new partnership with the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation - the Kin Cares 50/50 draw. We hope to have everything ready in the coming weeks. Our new logo is now set, and you can view it on the Kin Cares 5...
Kenneth Christian 'Kelly' Straus of Waterloo, formerly of Kincardine, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, with Patricia Straus, his loving wife of 65 years, at his side, while reminiscing with their children. He was 87. Dad of Connie Bierschbach, Craig Straus (Cathy), and Corey Strau...
The annual Tiverton Winterfest offers a full weekend of cozy winter fun for all ages, Feb. 14-15. Saturday's events include: Story time at the Tiverton Library, from 11 a.m. to Noon. Snow sculpture contest, on the ball diamonds beside the Tiverton Lions Hall. Get crea...
Diane Frances Morrison (nee Hicks) of Lucknow died peacefully, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, Jan. 30, 2026, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Jim Morrison for 54 years. Cherished mother of Sarah Morrison, and proud Nana of Quinten Morrison-Neshkawa. Loved si...
Bruce County is bringing back the Summer Company Program to support student entrepreneurship. The Summer Company provides aspiring young entrepreneurs, aged 15-29, with the tools and support to start their own summer business. Funded by the Province of Ontario and delivered by Busin...
Community Foundation Grey Bruce continues to support strong, connected communities across Grey and Bruce counties through a range of funding, learning, and education opportunities for local organizations and students. In 2025, the foundation awarded more than $1-million in grants to re...
(TOWNSHIP OF HURON-KINLOSS) - One person is facing several charges, including impaired operation, following an investigation in the Township of Huron-Kinloss. Feb. 2, at 3:44 p.m., the South Bruce OPP was dispatched to a disturbance at a residence on Concession 8, Huron Township. ...
Ann Cecile Lalonde (nee Clark), of Clinton, died peacefully, Jan. 30, 2026, at Huron Hospice Bender House, Clinton, surrounded by her family, at the age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Jean Paul Lalonde. Born Nov. 29, 1930, in Windsor, she was the daughter of the late Clara (Dunn) a...
The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre welcomes families and community members to celebrate Lunar New Year and Family Day, Monday, Feb. 16, with a festive day of culture, creativity and hands-on fun. This special event brings the traditions of Lunar New Year to life with activitie...
Bruce Telecom is celebrating a major milestone in 2026, marking 115 years of serving and connecting local communities across Bruce County and surrounding areas. What began as a small, community-driven communications service in the early 1900s has grown into a modern telecommunications ...
Huron Shores Hospice has announced the return of its free "Let’s Talk About Grief" support sessions for the community. These monthly gatherings provide a welcoming and supportive space for anyone navigating grief after the loss of a loved one. Grief can be overwhelming ...
Bruce Power celebrated Groundhog Day (Feb. 2) with Wiarton Willie, Canada’s pre-eminent weather-predicting groundhog. As the platinum sponsor of the Wiarton Willie Festival and his 70th annual prediction, Bruce Power joined the Wiarton community for this fantastic event. &ldqu...
The four-member cast is excited to take to the stage in the Kincardine Theatre Guild's production of "Taking Care of the Browns" which opens Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Kincardine Arts Centre. Written by Peter Paylor of Orillia, the play has a heavy Canadian theme and is mo...
The weekly Kincardine Catch the Ace draw is set to continue. Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions Club have announced they will continue this popular progressive lottery that the community has grown to love. Catch the Ace has brought excitement to players while h...
Everyone is welcome to explore Winter Myths and Traditions from around the world and across time, Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Bruce Telecom room at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. Expect interesting tales, surprising customs and thoughtful conversation ...
Tickets are selling quickly for the "Share the Love" fund-raising dinner, set for Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Kincardine Beach Pavilion. Hosted by Drop-in at The Bridge, the event brings together community members for an evening of great food, live music, and connection, in supp...
Lots of Socks is back and registration is now open for this event, set to take place in March, in the Kincardine area. For the 11th year, Community Living of Kincardine and District is bringing the community together through the annual Lots of Socks window display competition. Business...
Highway 21, from Amberley to Port Elgin, was re-opened early Saturday morning. The South Bruce OPP reported that as of 12:53 a.m., Jan. 31, the highway was open. It was closed Friday evening, due to blowing and drifting snow and poor-to-no visibility. Next week there will be a bi...
Everyone is welcome to learn about Home Care and the Law, Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 1-3 p.m., at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. This free session features guest speaker Angela Yenssen, and is part of the Kincardine Active Living 55-plus speaker series. Register via jbeer@clkd.ca ...
Heavy snow and high wind are playing havoc with motorists, Friday evening, as Highway 21 is now closed, from Amberley to Kincardine, due to blowing and drifting snow and poor-to-no visibility. Initially, the South Bruce OPP reported the highway closed, from Kincardine to Port Elgin, Ja...
Another cold and windy week here in our part of Bruce County. Living in the snow belt, it's quite amazing the weather forecasting that we benefit from to plan our travels in and out of the region! Safe travels to all! Again, a big thank you to all the snowplow operators who keep the r...
The Ripley and District Horticultural Society welcomes children, teens, parents and grandparents to the March Break Fun event, "Cultivating Food and Friendship," Tuesday, March 17, from 1:30-3:30 p.m., in the social room at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Enjoy a short pre...
Bruce Power is taking another step forward as a leader in medical isotope production with the completion of a new made-in-Canada hot cell, advancing Ontario’s plan to double medical isotope production by 2030. The hot cell was manufactured by Kinectrics, a division of BWX Technol...
(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) - The South Bruce OPP will be taking part in the second annual Kincardine Polar Plunge, along with several community partners. Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m., members of the South Bruce OPP will be "#FreezinForAReason" by taking a refreshing plunge in chill...
Mary Christine Small of Kincardine died Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice, Tiverton, at the age of 70. Beloved mother of Trudy (Andrew) Benge of Mt. Brydges and Terri (Jeff) Dunk of Bright. Cherished grandma of Caitlin, Victoria, Jessica, Olivia, Austin (Isaac), Christi...
The Legion has retired the Catch the Ace draw and is working with the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation on a 50/50 lottery in support of the Kincardine Hospital redevelopment project. The Kin Cares 50/50 draw should be up and running in the spring. The Legion also presented ...
Friedrich "Fred" Wiggermann, formerly of Ripley, died peacefully, Jan. 28, 2026, at the age of 70. Devoted husband of Roswitha “Rose” Wiggermann for 49 years. Cherished always by his children, Sven, Claude (Sarah), and Julia (Jai). Incredibly missed by his gra...