Employment in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula economic region increased by 200 (0.1 per cent) in January, with gains in part-time employment (4.8%; 1,800) partially offset by losses in full-time employment (1.1%; 1,600). In January, the unemployment rate in the region increased by 0.9 pe...
The weather was kinder, gentler and calmer this year, as a great crowd gathered at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre for the annual Ripley Winter Carnival on the weekend. The event began Friday night with the costume skate, featuring a number of young people in colourful outfits, at th...
Heidi Painter of Kincardine died peacefully, Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at the age of 85, after a brief illness. Now reunited with the love of her life, Larry, her husband of 33 years, who died in 1998. Survived by her daughter, Jodi Mallette, and Jodi’s husband of 35 years, Mike,...
Congratulations to the Kincardine Sunset Quilters Guild which celebrated its 32nd anniversary this month. Wednesday's meeting featured the work of several members who were busy quilting during the stormy weather in January. The theme was "Colourful quilts to beat the winter bl...
Everyone is welcome to the annual Walker House Heritage Dinner, Friday, April 17, at the Kincardine Legion, featuring the drama production, "A His-Story of Woman: Or Everything Men Ought to Know About the Fairer Sex (But Never Cared to Ask)." Written by Kincardine playwright ...
This week, the Province of Ontario and the Counties of Grey and Bruce took an important step to strengthen public health governance by advancing a renewed board of health for Grey Bruce Public Health. That's the word from Jim Pine and Dr, Eileen de Villa, special advisors to the On...
The Four County Labour Market Planning Board has released its 2025-26 labour market reports. The 2025-26 Local Labour Market Plan, Youth on the Move: Examining the Why, and Navigating the Future of Care, can be downloaded and accessed immediately. The Closing Workforce Gaps: Leveraging...
More than 100 people enjoyed the community soup lunch, held Friday, at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine. The crowd had a good time, with 17 different crockpots of soup available, along with homemade bread, buns and cupcakes. Take-out was also an option. The event raised $1,453.05 f...
The South Bruce OPP is hosting two sessions about human trafficking and how it affects the local communities, families and youth. Hear from police, and lived-experience stories from guest speakers. Kincardine: March 4, from 6:30-9 p.m., Davidson Centre, 601 Durham Street...
Join Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey, and Bruce County’s Business to Bruce, for a cannot-miss International Women’s Day event, "Resilient by Design: Boundaries, Burn-out and the Entrepreneur’s Bold Comeback," Thursday, March 5, from 5-9 p.m., at the Mi...
The Municipality of Brockton has completed an update to its Community Improvement Plan (CIP) to introduce new and enhanced financial incentives that support the development of multi-unit and affordable housing on eligible properties across the municipality. Jan. 13, Brockton council fo...
If you enjoy a good laugh, some wild and zany fun, and can wrap your head around the prospect of entertaining dead house guests, you are going to love the Kincardine Theatre Guild's production of "Taking Care of the Browns" which opened Thursday night at the Kincardine Arts ...
Highway 21, from Kincardine to Port Elgin, was re-opened Thursday morning after being closed Wednesday night, due to blowing and drifting snow. The South Bruce OPP reported that as of 4:50 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 12, the highway was open. All Bruce County roads are also open. Snowy, wi...
Thanks for taking a few minutes away from watching Team Canada compete in the Olympics to read this column - GO CANADA GO! We are still in the process of getting the new Kin Cares 50/50 draw up and running. There are many steps to getting a new draw under way and we will definitely be ...
(CHESLEY, ON) - The South Bruce OPP is seeking the public's assistance in identifying an individual in connection with a break-and-enter at a business in Chesley. In the early hours of Feb. 1, police received a complaint of an alarm at a business on First Avenue South. On a...
In honour of Black History Month, the Bruce County Public Library welcomes the community to celebrate the history and enduring legacy of African American spirituals at the Kincardine branch, Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m. African American spirituals are a musical tradition rooted in the re...
And Highway 21 is now closed, from Kincardine to Port Elgin, due to blowing and drifting snow. The South Bruce OPP reported that as of Feb. 11, at 5:11 p.m., the highway is closed, due to high wind, blowing snow and poor-to-no visibility. Bruce County Road 23 (the B-line), from Bruc...
Bruce County Road 23 (the B-line), from Bruce County Road 15 to Concession 2, has been closed, due to blowing and drifting snow. As of Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 4:17 p.m., the South Bruce OPP reported the B-line closed, northwest of Tiverton, because of high wind, blowing snow and poor-to...
Laurie Ethel May Ayers of Kincardine died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow, in her 65th year. Beloved mother of Mindy Ayers of Kincardine; and grandmother of Christopher and Dustin Longmire. Remembered by her siblings, Gail (Ralph) Grass of Kincardine, Ted (Julie) M...
Today (Feb. 11) is 211 Day, and the United Way of Bruce Grey is joining communities across Canada in celebrating this by raising awareness of a simple but powerful resource that helps people find the supports they need, right when they need them. Launched in Toronto in 2002 and Grey-Br...
(ORILLIA, ON) - The OPP will be hosting recruitment events across the province in March to coincide with International Women's Day and support women on their journey to becoming police officers. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with recruiters and to parti...
The Municipality of Brockton has recognized the outstanding contributions and long-standing service of deputy chief Glen Wilhelm (above) of the Walkerton Fire Department, who will be retiring from his role, effective July 1. Following his retirement, Wilhelm will continue to support th...
Herbert Francis Wilkins of Chesley, formerly of Ashfield Township, died at Huronview Home, Clinton, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in his 94th year. Beloved husband of Marie (Smyth) for 72 years. Loving father of Robert (Maureen) of Dungannon, Debbie Wilkins (Ralph McAdam) of Holmesvill...
(LONDON, ON) - The West Region OPP is hosting auxiliary constable information sessions this month. Each session provides participants with the opportunity to gain knowledge, insight and helpful advice relating to the auxiliary OPP recruitment process. It includes an overview of ho...
Clifton Wayne Taylor of Ripley died Feb. 4, 2026, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, at the age of 87. Survived by his wife, Jean McKnight Taylor of Ripley. Fondly remembered by his children, Tim (Cathy), Cheryl, Brent (Jennifer), and Sara (Scott), and his wife&rsquo...
Tadeuscz (Ted) Hnatkowski of Kincardine died peacefully, Feb. 5, 2026, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, in his 97th year. Loving father of Irene Harris (Neil) of Medicine Hat, Alberta, and Patricia Perkins of Kincardine. Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Matthew H...
The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is marking Black History Month with a special community art initiative led by renowned artist, author and President’s Poet, Nadine Williams. Taking place Feb. 28, this interactive experience invites community members to participate in a...
Thanks to all who came to the Blood Donor Clinic in Lucknow last Friday. We hope the Red Cross team all got back to London safely! We extend our belated birthday greetings to Markus Schwarz, Kelly McGillivray, Grady Liddle, Serena Harris, and Happy 75th Birthday to Jake Middelkamp! ...
(LONDON, ON) - You won't hear snowmobilers in the West Region OPP coverage area grumbling about this winter's heavy snow and icy cold weather. The ideal riding conditions are a great opportunity to enjoy the sport safely. From Feb. 9-16, the OPP, in partnership with the On...
More than 100 people enjoyed the "Share the Love" fund-raising dinner, Saturday night, at the Kincardine Beach Hall Pavilion, in support of Drop-in at The Bridge which is located in downtown Kincardine. MC Phillip Craig welcomed everyone and praised the attendees for braving ...
Highway 21 in the Kincardine area finally re-opened Sunday morning (Feb. 8) after being closed Friday night, due to blowing and drifting snow and poor-to-nil visibility, as well as vehicles stuck on the roadway. The extreme wind and heavy snow blew in Friday, and Highway 21, from Amber...
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board is inviting parents, students, staff, and community members to participate in the 2026–27 budget survey to help inform future funding priorities for Catholic education in Bruce and Grey counties. Community engagement plays an essentia...
Bruce County is inviting residents to participate in Winter Commute Month this February. The initiative encourages individuals to join Smart Commute to embrace the winter season, build sustainable habits that reduce the cost of travel, and track their environmental impact along ...
Grey-Bruce residents can help strengthen public health programs and services in Ontario communities by participating in a pilot project aimed at exploring how childhood experiences affect health and well-being later in life. Grey Bruce Public Health is collaborating with Public Health ...
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...