About 35 members and guests of the Ripley and District Horticultural Society enjoyed the annual Christmas Luncheon, held Friday afternoon, Dec. 5, in the social room at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Santa and Mrs. Claus were on hand to greet the crowd and stayed for the meal. T...
The Kincardine and District Lions Club presented a couple of cheques to local organizations this past week. Among them, were Kincardine Community Services for the Children’s Christmas Campaign, $2,500; and Huron Shores Hospice, $600. Back in November, the Lions donated $500 to th...
The holidays are a busy time and there’s lots to keep in mind. Residents of Kincardine and Huron-Kinloss are reminded of changes to the garbage and recycling schedules during Christmas and New Year’s. For the Municipality of Kincardine, a few pick-up days are shifting, s...
(GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Central Huron resident with an impaired driving offence, following a traffic stop in the Town of Goderich. Just before 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 28, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle on Huron Road in God...
After a week with three storm days and a sudden start to winter, guess we better get our vehicles ready for the season! An emergency travel kit never goes astray - hats, mittens, boots, shovel, blanket, snacks and booster cables sure come in handy. And what about that thunder and lightnin...
Sean Poisson won $2,809 in Wednesday's Catch the Ace draw. He chose Envelope No. 10, revealing the Jack of Diamonds, so the Ace of Spades remains hidden once again. The jackpot would have been $48,370, which is amazing, and we thank everyone who bought tickets this past week! Nex...
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board has announced growth in student achievement, following the release of the 2024-25 Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) assessment results. This year’s results are highlighted by an improvement in primary (Grade 3) litera...
Ring in 2026 at the New Year’s Eve Mexican Fiesta fund-raiser, hosted by the Kincardine Beach Pavilion, in support of the Kincardine Hospital capital campaign Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a way you’ve never experienced before. This is the night everyone will be talking...
(ORILLIA, ON) - As winter conditions set in, the OPP is urging extreme caution near bodies of water. Even when lakes or rivers appear frozen, remember, no ice is safe ice. Early-season ice is often dangerously thin and unpredictable. While some people enjoy snowmobiling or dr...
The Bluewater District School Board continues to see an overall upward positive trend in newly-released standardized test results by the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO). Assessment results in Grade 3 reading, writing, and mathematics show the most significant improve...
Rhoda Iris Chesbro of Owen Sound, formerly of Kincardine, died at Brightshores Health Centre, Owen Sound, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at the age of 88. Born Aug. 31, 1937, in Eastman, Quebec, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Nellie (Phaneuf) Chesbro. Dear Mom of Cathy and her...
A crowd of children and their families enjoyed a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Ripley Christmas Celebration, held Saturday afternoon, at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Also on hand, was the Grinch who handed out treat bags to the youngsters. Hosted by Rosewood RVill...
Bruce Power has announced it will issue an additional $950-million in Green Bonds as it continues to power Ontario forward through operations and projects that drive the economy. The company priced an offering of Green Bonds on a private placement basis in each of the provinces of Cana...
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of South Bruce North Huron has just wrapped up the Holiday Smile Cookie campaign, with Tim Hortons Kincardine, raising $4,687 for the charitable organization. The campaign ran from Nov. 17-23, raising a total of $9,374 with 50 per cent going to the Tim&rsqu...
About 100 Grades 3-6 students at Huron Heights Public School in Kincardine have taken to the stage to perform the kids’ version of Disney’s “Frozen,” and if Tuesday’s dress rehearsal is any indication, it is a stellar production. The singing and dancing ar...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - Dec. 8, at approximately 5:40 a.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was on general patrol along Highway 9, east of Kincardine, and stopped to check a vehicle that had left the roadway. The investigating officer spoke with the driver and detected signs of alcohol...
After 36 years, the Marketplace Magazine in Kincardine has published its final edition. Deb Pannell, daughter of founders/owners Jim and Linda Pannell, announced that the December issue was the final one. In her column, she said that the magazine has had a full, rich history but it&...
Tuesday brought lots of blowing and drifting snow to the Kincardine area but there were no road closures and no school bus cancellations. However, it caused rather treacherous driving conditions throughout the area with heavy snow and high wind. Later, the area was hit with freezing ra...
CRIMINAL DRIVING CHARGE LAID AT RIDE CHECK (GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Kincardine resident with a criminal driving offence, following a traffic stop at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint in the Town of Goderich. Just after 11 p.m., Mo...
Darrin Randall Grubb of Pine River died suddenly, Dec. 6, 2025, at the age of 59. Survived by his siblings, Barbara Grubb, Glenn Grubb and wife Marjorie (Derry), and Marvin Grubb. Darrin will be greatly missed by his niece, Emily Grubb, and her partner, Ben Paulsen; as well as ...
About 100 seniors turned out for the 45th annual Christmas dinner, hosted by the Tiverton Lions Club, Friday night, at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton. Julia Pal and her friends, Jim Krulicki and Tom Durrant, of Kincardine provided entertainment while people gathered ...
Kincardine native Brontae Hunter is making her professional debut at the Blyth Festival Theatre in “A Huron County Christmas Carol,” which opened last week and continues through to Dec. 21. From fields to footlights, Hunter followed her passion early, performing in high sch...
Westario Power’s board of directors announced Monday its intentions regarding a sale of Westario Power to ERTH Corporation, and the board’s recommendation to shareholders to approve the sale. “We are confident this sale will benefit our customers, employees and the co...
ARREST MADE AFTER COLLISION (BROCKTON, ON) - Dec. 5, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a collision on Concession 22 in the Municipality of Brockton. Police attended the scene and discovered a pick-up truck in the ditch. The driver did not re...
Peter Daryl Tucker of Kincardine took his last breath, Dec. 3, 2025, completing his earthly journey at Huron Shores Hospice, Tiverton. Loving husband and soulmate of Cheryll (nee Harwood). Fondly remembered by his only sibling, Patricia (Eldridge); and cherished uncle and mentor of ...
(GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP Auxiliary Unit, in co-operation with Zehrs Grocery Store in Goderich, hosted the annual "Stuff-a-Cruiser" food drive, Saturday. The four-hour event was a success, with a total of 220 pre-packaged food bags donated by the public, whic...
Nancy Ruth McPherson of Kincardine, died Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of family, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, in her 79th year. Loving mother of Jason (Jennifer) Smith of Teeswater, and Michael (Coleen) Smith of Waterloo. Dear grandma of...
The Kincardine Community Singers will envelope you in peace and light with their Christmas concert, set to run this weekend at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine. The show, entitled “Peace and Light,” features some beautiful Christmas music, including the “Peace Car...
This year marks the 10th annual Christmas Day Community Meal and organizers are welcoming anyone who will be alone Thursday, Dec. 25, to gather with them at St. Anthony of Padua Church Hall in Kincardine. This event was never meant for only low-income families but is open to everyone i...
Janet Elizabeth Ireland of Dungannon, wife of William Ireland, died peacefully, Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long, courageous battle with Huntington’s Disease, at the age of 73. Born Aug. 10, 1952, in Hamilton, she was the daughter of the late Nelli...
While world leaders recently gathered in Brazil for COP30, much closer to home, the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) welcomed 60 students from across Bruce and Grey counties for its Model United Nations (UN) Conference, held Nov. 14, at the NII Advanced Technology Campus, northwest of T...
Two FIRST Lego League (FLL) teams have advanced to the provincial finals, following the qualifying tournament held Saturday, Nov. 29, at Kincardine District Senior School. The Amazing Axolotls of St. Catharines won the Champion’s Award, while The Mud Men of Kincardine won the Inn...
Marion McDonald (nee Park) of Kincardine, died Dec. 2, 2025, at the age of 91. Marion entered her eternal rest surrounded by her family. We take comfort in knowing she is now safely in the arms of her Heavenly Father. Born, Feb. 9,1934, in Parkhill, she was the daughter of the late Wil...
The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation is marking another exceptional Giving Tuesday, thanks to the generosity of local donors and Lucknow Pharmasave. Dec. 2, Lucknow Pharmasave offered a $10,000 matching gift, doubling donations made to the foundation throughout the day. The com...
Over the past month, the Kincardine Ladies Fitness Co-operative has been collecting non-perishable items for the Kincardine Food Bank. Wednesday, several members gathered for a photo with the huge box full of an assortment of food and other items, as well as gift cards and financial do...
Bruce Power and the Municipality of Kincardine have reached an agreement that will see the former W.E. Thompson Public School, located at Russell and Princes Streets in the Town of Kincardine, continue to be used as a training centre by Bruce Power through 2032. This decision was made ...
Nickolas (Nick) J. Toth of Guelph, formerly of Kincardine and Toronto, died at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, following a long illness. He was 81. Beloved husband of Fiona (nee McGruer). Loving father of Nicholas, and Andrew and his partner, Callandrea Tibbs...
The South Bruce OPP held a toy drive, Friday, Nov. 28, in the parking lot at the Canadian Tire store in Kincardine, with the goal being to "Stuff-a-Cruiser" with donations. Despite the blustery winter weather, auxiliary officers Wyatt Wilken and Seth Harper were on hand, acce...
The Bervie Women’s Institute met Wednesday morning at the Bervie United Church. President Bev Berndt opened with the usual openings. She read Christmas poems, entitled “They have Seen a Great Light” and “Spirit of the Season.” Roll Call was answered by eig...
Thursday, at the inaugural Bruce County council meeting of the 2025-26 term, warden Luke Charbonneau, mayor of Saugeen Shores, and deputy warden Don Murray, mayor of Huron-Kinloss, were acclaimed to a second consecutive term. Elected for a term as a councillor in the Town of Saugeen Sh...