The Bruce County Public Library has announced its participation in the Forest of Reading, Canada’s largest reading program. This national program celebrates Canadian authors and illustrators while inspiring a love of reading in children of all ages. The library will offer six For...
(HURON COUNTY, ON) - An individual from Huron County is facing charges in connection with an ongoing sexual assault investigation. In July, 2025, the Huron County OPP Crime Unit commenced an investigation into a reported sexual assault that resulted in an arrest and sexual assault...
Volunteers have been rolling up their sleeves and rediscovering their artistic skills, as they decorate Smile Cookies at Tim Hortons in Kincardine, all in support of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of South Bruce North Huron. The organization was selected as a charity recipient for th...
(BROCKTON, ON) - Nov. 14, the South Bruce OPP received the report of a break-and-enter at a residence along Concession 2 SDR in the Municipality of Brockton. The break-in occurred sometime between 12 p.m. Nov. 13, and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 14. The suspect(s) entered the residence and sto...
Louise Babbitt of Kincardine won $1,910 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 15 which revealed the Seven of Hearts. Next Wednesday, the jackpot is estimated at more than $40,000! On behalf of the Kincardine Legion, Huron Shores Hospice, and the Tiverton Lions, we are so grate...
(LONDON, ON) - OPP officers across West Region's 13 detachments continue their efforts to get impaired drivers off our roads and highways this holiday season. The 2025 Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign began Thursday (Nov. 20) across southwestern Ontar...
Community members took part in a virtual Homelessness and Co-ordinated Access Community Forum, Wednesday, hosted by Bruce and Grey counties. The Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Planning initiative presented the opportunity to explore services available across the region and ...
The Walker House Museum is hosting “Tinsel, Tunes and Toasts,” a Community Christmas Jazz Party and Tavern Fund-raiser, Friday, Dec. 19, from 6-9 p.m. Everyone is welcome to a festive evening featuring live music by the Huron Jazz Cats (7-8 p.m.), a cash bar, and food avail...
Did you know that last Thursday, Nov. 13, was World Kindness Day? I hope everyone is able to be kind every day - it sure makes our community a brighter and better place! Last week, Grades 7-8 students from Ripley-Huron Community School were able to attend the Royal Agricultural Winter ...
The annual Christmas Yard Sale was a huge success, raising $4,200 for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of South Bruce North Huron. Held Sunday morning in the Kincardine Hall at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine, the event drew a huge crowd and was sold out in record time, said executive di...
The Municipality of Kincardine has released mayor Kenneth Craig’s proposed 2026 municipal budget for council and public review. As of May 1, 2025, the Province of Ontario expanded strong mayor powers to several municipalities, including Kincardine. Under this framework, the mayor...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre is inviting applications for open positions on its board of directors. The health centre is a multi-site, rural hospital organization serving southern Bruce and Grey counties, with four hospital sites in Kincardine, Walkerton, Chesley and Durham. ...
(BROCKTON, ON) - Nov. 14, the South Bruce OPP received the report of a collision involving a pedestrian along Durham Street East in Walkerton. The collision occurred Nov. 13, at approximately 5 p.m., when a pedestrian was struck in the crosswalk of Durham Street East and Elm Stree...
The Bluewater District School Board's leadership remains unchanged, following annual trustee elections. At the initial meeting of the board, Tuesday, trustees Jane Thomson (above) and Jan Johnstone (right) were acclaimed to their respective positions, as chairperson and vice-chairp...
MISCHIEF TO GODERICH CHURCH RESULTS IN CHARGES (GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged an individual, following an incident of mischief in the Town of Goderich. Monday, Oct. 27, police were contacted to investigate damage to church property located on Victoria Street ...
Howard Arden “Glen” Cowan of Tiverton, died unexpectedly in his home, Nov. 15, 2025, at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Carol (Riding) for 55 years. Cherished dad of Tiffany Price, and adored grandpa of Anne Price (David Wassef) and Joshua Glen Price. Survived by hi...
Community Foundation Grey Bruce believes that real change begins with trust. For three decades, the organization has been guided by the principles of trust-based philanthropy — investing in local people and ideas, listening deeply, and collaborating with community for the long haul....
John Zoppi of Glammis died, peacefully, Nov. 14, 2025, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, at the age of 62, following his struggle with ALS. Survived by his wife, Shari MacDonald; sisters-in-law, Leith and Nanci MacDonald; uncle, Peter Zoppi; and his canine companion, M...
The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce has announced that a new location at 604 Goderich Street in downtown Port Elgin is opening soon, expanding access to its employment services, settlement services, and community initiatives programs. While these services are already offered by appointme...
Sharon Dale Cuillerier (nee Sykes) of Lucknow, died Nov. 13, 2025, with family by her side, at the Wingham Hospital. She was 80. Beloved wife of Roger Cuillerier who predeceased her in 2016. Dear mother of Cheryl Wallis of Lucknow, and Donald (Chelta) of Kingarf. Proud grandmothe...
It was cold outside, but the Kincardine Legion Hall was warm and welcoming, and brimming with artwork, handicrafts and baked goods at the 43rd annual Craft Show and Bake Sale, Saturday. Sixteen vendors were on hand, selling a variety of items, including Christmas ornaments and home dec...
The Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, in partnership with the Regional Road Safety Committee, is hosting an on-line panel discussion about the impacts of cannabis-impaired driving, Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 12-1 p.m. This free virtual event will bring together experts from...
The Walker House Museum is hosting a Christmas Artisan Show and Market, Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come discover, and support, local artists and crafters, while finding unique gifts for the holiday season! Admission is by donation to support the Walker House Museum. C...
Ontario’s Blue Box program is changing, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Here’s what Huron-Kinloss homeowners should know: The program will shift from municipal to producer responsibility. This means the companies that create and supply packaging will manage residential recycling...
Kincardine celebrated the 107th Ringing of the Peace Bell, Tuesday evening, at Knox Presbyterian Church. In 2018, Knox welcomed the community to mark the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, with the ringing of the peace bell 100 times on the evening of Remembrance Day....
More than 350 students in Grades 7-12, cut sheet metal, changed tires, styled hair, used a CNC router, tested their virtual welding skills and much more, at the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII)’s Built to Lead event hosted Nov. 5 at the NII Advance Technology Campus, ins...
The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of South Bruce North Huron organization has been selected as a Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie charity recipient in Kincardine. From Nov. 17-23, 50 per cent of the proceeds from each Holiday Smile Cookie sold at Tim Hortons in Kincardine will be donate...
As the cold weather sets in, many people in the community are struggling to stay warm, and socks remain one of the most urgently-needed items. To help meet that need, United Way of Bruce Grey is launching its annual Warm Sock Collection during Santa Claus Parades across the region. Parade...
The Kincardine Hall at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine is laden with Christmas decorations, festive ribbons and wrapping paper, Santa Clauses of every size and description, artificial trees, lights and much more. It’s all in anticipation of the annual Christmas Yard Sale in sup...
The Kincardine Sunset Quilters’ Guild has generously donated a stunning new quilt to the South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary as a fund-raiser, with raffle tickets on sale now through to the Christmas Boutique next weekend. The quilt is entitled ...
Doreen Louise Soloduka (nee Fraser) of Tiverton died peacefully, Nov. 13, 2025, at Tiverton Park Manor, at the age of 91. Loving wife of the late Fred Soloduka, mother of Steven (Micheline), Stanley (Angela), and Kathryn Soloduka. Doreen was born June 16, 1934, in Toronto. She was t...
(ORILLIA, ON) - The OPP has released its 2024 annual report, offering a fresh, interactive look at the people, priorities and progress that helped shaped policing across Ontario last year. Presented in a fully-digital format, the report features embedded videos, interactive maps a...
Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Jarchow of Kincardine, died unexpectedly Nov. 11, 2025, peacefully at her home in Kincardine, at the age of 71. She had been in declining health for the past several years, having been diagnosed with MS during the pandemic and was a recent breast cancer sur...
The Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) Christmas Knights are back. After a five-year hiatus, the students are returning Saturday, Dec. 13, to collect non-perishable items for the Kincardine Food Bank. The Christmas Knights was a student-driven, door-to-door new toy and food dr...
SPEED ENFORCEMENT LEADS TO IMPAIRED CHARGE (KINCARDINE, ON) - Oct. 13, at 7:34 p.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was conducting speed enforcement along Bruce County Road 15 in the Municipality of Kincardine, and stopped a vehicle for stunt-driving. While interacting with th...
Bruce Power, in collaboration with provincial, federal, and municipal partners, will conduct Huron Unity, a large-scale emergency preparedness exercise from Nov. 18-20. For six decades, Ontario’s nuclear sector has demonstrated an unparalleled safety track record, and emergency p...
Kimberly Wingrove (above) has been hired as interim chief administrative officer (CAO) for the Municipality of Kincardine, effective Nov. 26. This comes after council accepted the resignation of Jillene Bellchamber-Glazier who will be leaving the municipality to become CAO of Thames Centr...
The holiday season is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of local families. Bruce County’s human services department has launched the 2025 Dorrell Young Christmas Program, and is inviting everyone to help share the joy! This program is in its 29th year, carrying o...
The Kincardine Pavilion was rocking, Saturday night, with high-energy performances by the seven couples competing in the sixth annual Dancing With the Stars. Taking the win, were celebrity dancer James Buchanan and seasoned dancer Brenda Ball of Goderich, while in second, were celebrit...
To begin this week, we need to send out a huge amount of thank-yous. We are extremely grateful to the community for your support of our 2025 Poppy Campaign and the Remembrance Day services, ceremonies, and activities. We won’t even try to name everyone who helped with this — t...