Leaders from across the province gathered Jan. 18-20 in Toronto for the annual Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference. Members of Bruce County council and staff were in attendance to collaborate, learn and advocate for solutions to issues that matter most to the communit...
Evan Lloyd Agnew of London, died at Kensington Village, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, at the age of 84. Born Jan. 18, 1942, in Wingham, he was the son of the late Ada (MacKay) and Clair Agnew. Greatly missed by his nieces and nephew, Julianne (Stephen) McConnell of Hanover, David (Sue) Hall ...
Q: I was outside for longer than expected in the cold weather and am concerned about frostbite. What can you tell me about it? A: We do experience wintry weather in Grey-Bruce with many snow days for the kids and sometimes the adults get snow days too. With the kids (and kids-at-heart)...
Blizzard conditions continued in the Kincardine area as Highways 9 and 21, and several Bruce County roads, remained closed Tuesday. Heavy snowfall, high wind and cold temperatures caused the closure of all Bluewater District School Board schools and offices and Bruce-Grey Catholic Dist...
As part of the annual planning process, Huron-Kinloss Township has published mayor Don Murray's proposed budget for 2026 which contains a four-per-cent tax-rate increase. Prepared by the mayor (above) in accordance with the Municipal Act, this draft outlines proposed investmen...
Rodger Bell Hunter died peacefully Jan. 17, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice in the Tiverton Park Manor, at the age of 89. Survived by his wife, Virginia (nee Ritchie); his sister, Mary Campbell of Kincardine; and brother, John (Jake) Hunter (Betty); and sister-in-law, Judie Hunter, all o...
Bruce Power has been named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for the 15th consecutive year, reaffirming the company’s long-standing commitment to helping the next generation of skilled workers launch and grow their careers in the nuclear industry. The national ...
Blizzard conditions, with heavy snow and high wind, slammed into the Kincardine area Monday, causing the closure of schools, roads and facilities. All Bluewater District School Board schools and offices were closed by 7 a.m., as well as Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board schools...
The organizing committee for the 2028 Kincardine Reunion is proud to officially unveil the winning reunion slogan, "Leading Us Home," along with the newly-released reunion logos that will be used throughout the lead-up to the celebration, Aug. 3-7, 2028. Payton Dunlop had the...
Roy Eugene Collins, beloved husband of the late Maureen (Howell), of Lucknow, died peacefully at Wingham and District Hospital, surrounded by family, Jan. 16, 2026, in his 90th year. Born Sept. 19, 1936, in Kincardine, he was the son of the late Dorothy (Robertson) and Russell Collins....
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) independent economic impact analysis final report confirms a proposed new large-scale Bruce "C" nuclear project would deliver lasting job creation, stimulate Ontario’s economy, and reinforce Canada’s long-term energy security for...
Huron-Kinloss council was updated about concerns that algae will become more prevalent along the shores of Lake Huron as the water level drops to near what it was 15-20 years ago. The information was brought forward by community services director Mike Fair in a report to council in com...
The Kincardine Agricultural Society is gearing up for the 175th annual fall fair this year. The organization is holding its annual general meeting, Saturday, Jan. 24, at 10 a.m., with a potluck lunch at 12 p.m., in the Penetangore Room at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. Everyone ...
Students in the co-operative education (co-op) program at Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) showcased what they had learned at their work placements, during the job fair held Monday (Jan. 12), in the school library. The event featured numerous displays of the placements, and the...
The Pine River Watershed Initiative Network (PRWIN) celebrated its 25th anniversary last year and that important milestone highlighted the organization's long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and the many initiatives that protect and enhance the Pine River Watershed. ...
Velma Helen Hendry (nee Ferris) of Tiverton died Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice, Tiverton, at the age of 94. Beloved mother of Ann (Rick) Poppe of London, Steven (Anne) of Tiverton, and Lloyd (Donna) of Inverhuron. Grandmother of Kurt (Rebecca), Claire, Deanne (Dan),...
Everyone is welcome to gather at the Walker House Museum in Kincardine for a cozy morning of connection, conversation and community, Friday, Jan. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This free event offers fresh coffee, delicious cake, friendly faces and great company, and is open to thos...
Lauren Morris, owner of the Cheesy Monkii food truck and L’Aquila Café and Cucina on Gary Street in Kincardine, is urging the Municipality of Kincardine to further commercialize the Kincardine Airport, with a permanent food concession and other facilities to enhance services,...
(BROCKTON, ON) - Jan. 15, at 2:32 p.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was on general patrol in Walkerton and stopped to check a vehicle along May Street. The officer had received an automated licence plate recognition system alert, indicating an issue with the observed licence p...
Huron-Kinloss Township has announced the grand prize winners of the Bites and Buys Holiday Shopping Pass, held Nov. 12 to Dec. 24. The winners are Lillian Pollard, Sue Gillespie and Marjorie Culbert, whose names were drawn from more than 850 entries. The shopping pass urged people t...
PURPLE GROVE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE Wednesday, the Purple Grove W.I. met at the home of Fran Farrell for the January meeting with a potluck lunch. Everything was delicious and nutritious and the conversation was sparked with recipes, winter travel adventures, catching up from Christmas,...
Let’s jump in and talk about the Saturday Meat Draw which was the first one of 2026 and very well-attended. Doc Roppel and Jamie White were both double-dippers, taking home two prizes each. In a true ‘couldn’t happen to a nicer person’ moment, Mary Farrell won the ...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - Jan. 15, at 1:02 a.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP was on general patrol in Kincardine when the officer stopped to check a vehicle that was parked and left running at Victoria Park. The investigating officer spoke with the occupants and detected signs of alc...
The Municipality of Brockton's 2026 budget was deemed adopted Thursday (Jan. 15). This year’s budget process differed from previous years due to the Province of Ontario expanding strong mayor powers as of May 1, 2025. As part of these powers, Brockton mayor Chris Peabody has ...
INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE RESULTS IN CRIMINAL CHARGE (GODERICH, ON) - Jan. 3, members of the Huron County OPP investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Town of Goderich. As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committ...
Evelyn Bernice Kennedy (née Reid) of Ripley and formerly of Teeswater, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, with family by her side, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, in her 100th year. Loving mother of Cathy (Doug) Mowbray, Brenda (Monty) Edgar, Reid (Debbie) Kennedy, La...
(LONDON, ON) - Another winter storm is rolling across the West Region OPP patrol area, causing significant disruptions on roads and highways. If you absolutely must drive, it's critical to your safety that you plan for the trip, even if it's a short one. Safe winter drivin...
The second annual Polar Plunge, in support of Special Olympics Ontario, will be held Friday, March 6, in the parking lot at UBC Local 2222, 385 Queen Street, Kincardine. Last year's event saw 17 brave souls jump into a tank of icy water, raising funds for Special Olympics athletes....
Marilyn Ann Ryan (nee Hall) of Kincardine died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at Stratford General Hospital. She was 85. Loving wife of the late Gord Ryan (2016). Beloved mother of Cindy (Ed) Ernewein of Elmwood, Connie (Mark) Bechberger of Chepstow, and Dan (Rebecca) Ryan of Glen Ross. ...
It's the final push for the Kincardine Hospital capital campaign and Canadian hockey icon Paul Henderson (above) is ready to do whatever he can to help the community raise the final $6-million in support of the redevelopment of the facility. Last week, the Kincardine and Community ...
John William "Jack" Bradley of Kincardine, dear father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at his home, with his three angels by his side, daughters Vickie Cahill (Marty), Julie Bradley, and Joanne Collins (Ken). He was 87. He will be miss...
STOLEN VEHICLE RESULTS IN ARREST (KINCARDINE, ON) - Jan. 9, at 9:59 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a stolen vehicle at a parking lot along Huron Terrace in Kincardine. The complainant had driven into the lot in a Buick crossover when a man operating a Dodge SU...
Everyone is welcome to join in the fun and excitement at the annual family-favourite event, the Ripley Winter Carnival, Feb. 13-14, at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Embrace the chill of winter with a variety of activities, including: Costume Skate, Friday, Feb. 13, fro...
(ORILLIA, ON) - Today (Jan. 13) is Amber Alert Awareness Day, and the OPP is reminding Ontarians that Amber Alerts are a call for the public's help to find a child in danger. An Amber Alert is an emergency broadcast that is issued in the event of a child abduction. It is issue...
The Kinetic Knights Robotics Team (FRC Team 781) is getting ready to dig into the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) 2026 challenge, "Rebuilt." Revealed Saturday during kick-off, held at the Kincardine Legion, this year’s challenge is base...
Knox Presbyterian Church in Kincardine is kicking off 2026 with a couple of warm and inviting events to help keep the cold and snow at bay. Everyone is welcome to Coffee Time, Friday, Jan. 23, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the church. Gather for coffee and treats. Bring a friend and make...
Our students were finally back to school this week after an extended Christmas break and everyone returned to a somewhat normal routine. January weather is unpredictable, to say the least. Lots of birthdays - it's a popular month! So, Happy Birthday to Margie Lochhead, Douglas Ande...
The Walker House Museum in Kincardine has partnered with Inspired Planet Productions to present a special screening of "All Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes," Saturday, Feb. 28, from 2-4 p.m., at the museum. Using cutting-edge underwater drone technology, &qu...
Tickets are going fast for the 30th annual Robbie Burns Supper, set for Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Kincardine Legion. Hosted by the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band, this event celebrates the famous Scottish bard, with great food and fine entertainment. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., with sup...
"On the Rocks," a look at Lake Huron through the ages, is set for Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. Everyone is welcome to join retired geologist Bob Geddes while he shares his knowledge and expertise about the rocks that...