The following is a message from Rev. Dan West of Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine, inviting those who are experiencing feelings of loss at this time of year, to attend “The Longest Night” service, Thursday, Dec. 19, at 7 p.m., at the church. The Empty Chair It was th...
It’s Christmas, and it’s time for some lively, heartwarming, magical entertainment. And that’s what you’ll find in “Elf Jr. the Musical,” performed at Huron Heights Public School in Kincardine. Directed by Alanna Boucher, with music director Heath...
Jacqueline “Jackie” Harvey, formerly of Kincardine, died Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at her residence, with love and family surrounding her. She was 75. Jackie lived a wonderful life full of love, adventure and laughter. She was born in 1949 in Toronto, to Tom and Hazel Conway...
Independent polling shows that community support is strong for Bruce Power’s plan to explore potential expansion of the Bruce site, with 80 per cent of residents saying they support the proposal to advance the required long-term planning and consultation work. Among residents, su...
The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) is inviting the public to share its thoughts on the updated Environmental Planning and Regulations Policies Manual through an open consultation process. This important document outlines how the SVCA reviews planning and development applicat...
A great crowd of children and their families lined up to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Ripley Christmas Celebration, held Sunday evening, at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Also on hand, was the Grinch who handed out treat bags to the youngsters. Hosted by Rosewood R...
Two Kincardine FIRST Lego League (FLL) teams have advanced to the provincial finals next month, following the qualifying tournament held Saturday, Nov. 30, at Kincardine District Senior School. The Aqua Blocks won the Champions Award, while The Classics won the Robot Performance Award,...
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has announced that president and chief executive officer (CEO) Ken Hartwick has decided to retire at the end of 2024 after nearly nine years with the company. In line with OPG’s leadership succession plan, the board of directors has appointed Nicoll...
RIDE CHECK RESULTS IN CHARGES (KINCARDINE, ON) - Dec. 6, at 11:14 p.m., the South Bruce OPP was conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Broadway in Kincardine. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped and checked by police. As a result of the inves...
In November, the unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region further decreased by 0.6 percentage points to 3.2 per cent. The region’s unemployment rate remains the second lowest in the province. Meanwhile, the provincial unemployment rate decreased by 0.4 per...
A good crowd gathered outside the Lions Hall in Tiverton by 9:30 a.m., Saturday, waiting for the doors to open on the new Tiverton Cookie Walk. Organized by Chrystal Campbell and Glenda Webster, the event was held in support of the Tiverton Lions Club. When the people were allowed i...
The Kincardine Record is celebrating 10 years in business, Dec. 16, and we are launching a new and improved website that day. We are excited about the refreshed look and the advanced technological capabilities of the new site and look forward to the response from our faithful readers, ...
Larry Maxfield of Tiverton died suddenly at the Kincardine Curling Club, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at the age of 76. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 53 years, Gerry. Loving father of Christopher and Jennifer. Dear brother of Cheryl Ryan (Barry). Cherished grandfather o...
The Bruce County transportation and environmental services department has announced that residents and businesses can now submit and manage over-dimensional load-moving permits on-line, using Permit Central, through Transnomis. An over-dimensional load permit is required when veh...
Despite the snowy, blustery weather, about 100 seniors turned out for the 44th annual Christmas dinner, hosted by the Tiverton Lions Club, Friday night, at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton. Steve Deer of Kincardine provided entertainment while people gathered and throu...
Annetta Chassels “Anne” Nicolson (née Hughes), RGN, SCM, of Kinloss Township, died peacefully at home, in the early morning of Dec. 3, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Paisley, Scotland, Jan. 2, 1936, she was the daughter of Jane and John C. Hughes. With vivid chil...
Bruce County council has approved Development Charges Amending Bylaw No. 2024-069 which amends county-wide Development Charges Bylaw 2023-48. The amendment was approved Dec. 5, under Section 2 (1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27, as amended, and comes into e...
It was a cold, windy, snowy night, as a crowd gathered at St. Andrews Park in Tiverton for the annual tree-lighting event, Sunday evening, Dec. 1. Santa Claus greeted everyone and then had the children count down for the lighting of the large tree on the east side of the park, as well ...
The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has announced that the ash tree removal project at the 98-acre Stoney Island Conservation Area in Kincardine, has been successfully completed. This critical work began in August of 2024, and was conducted to address the severe emerald as...
The Municipality of Kincardine’s flags are flying at half-mast in recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Thirty-five years ago, Dec. 6, 1989, 14 young women at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal were murdered becaus...
The Kincardine and District Lions Club was on the receiving end during Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3. At the club’s annual Christmas Party, held at Ainsdale Golf Course, Charter Lion Larry Bannerman surprised everyone with a $20,000 donation to the All-Wheel Park, from the “Larry ...
Christmas can be a difficult time for many people for a number of reasons. So, to help create a welcoming environment, a Community Meal will be held Christmas Day, Wednesday, Dec. 25, at 1 p.m. This is an open invitation to individuals, couples, families or even visitors who may not be...
Almost a week after the Kincardine area was hit with heavy snowfall and high wind, Highway 21 was closed for the first time, due to blowing and drifting snow and poor-to-nil visibility. At 9:45 a.m., Thursday, the South Bruce OPP reported that Highway 21 was closed, from Amberley to Ti...
Saugeen Shores mayor Luke Charbonneau (above, right) is the new Bruce County warden, and Huron-Kinloss mayor Don Murray (above, left) is the new deputy mayor. They were elected Thursday (Dec. 5), at the inaugural county council meeting, for the 2024-25 term, held at the Walkerton Admin...
Snow, snow, snow! Hope everyone is staying warm and taking care of their lower backs while shovelling. Lois Dwan won $2,287 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 12 which revealed the Four of Clubs. We have two more draws in 2024, and Catch the Ace tickets make great e...
Catherine (Kate/Cathy) Louise Smith (nee Schmidt) of Tiverton, died suddenly, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in her 60th year. Loving mother of Caitlyn (Rob) Wittman of Walkerton and Carly (Mark) McLelland of Hagersville. Proud grandmother of her granddaughters, Rozlyn and Harleigh; and gran...
In 1999, the Township of Huron-Kinloss was formed through the amalgamation of Huron Township, Kinloss Township and the Village of Lucknow. This significant restructuring united the rural and village communities under one municipal government. Huron-Kinloss is proud to celebrate 25 year...
FOOD AND TOY DRIVE DEC. 14 IN KINCARDINE, CHESLEY (SOUTH BRUCE, ON) - The South Bruce OPP will be at two locations Saturday, Dec. 14, to "Stuff-a-Cruiser" going into the holiday season. Between 2-5 p.m., members of the South Bruce OPP will be at the Canadian Tire stor...
The Kincardine and District Lions Club presented two donations on “Giving Tuesday,” Dec. 3. The first was $2,500 to the Kincardine Children’s Christmas Campaign (Christmas Hamper Program). Linda Bowers (centre, wearing Santa hat) and Heather Finnie (right) of t...
Elva Delphine Motz (née Stellar) of Point Clark, died peacefully, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at the age of 86. Deeply cherished and forever remembered by her husband of 69 years, Walter Motz. Her comforting words and unwavering patience will be profoundly missed by her dau...
The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre has announced the opening of its newest exhibit, “For the Birds: Upcycled Bird Palaces,” a whimsical showcase of one-of-a-kind birdhouses created by 81-year-old folk artist Graeme Chalmers. The opening will take place Saturday, De...
Erin Gouthro, watershed ecologist with the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA), made a return appearance to the Huron Fringe Field Naturalists, Nov. 26, to report on a forest health study. Begun in 2021, the work was aimed at identifying trend lines in forest health data and ...
There continues to be a need for winter coats, hats, boots and more, in Kincardine. Wendy Cox, who organized the winter coat drive back in October, says a woman came to the Kincardine Good Food Box/Bruce County Outreach at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine, Thursday morning, looking...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - Dec. 1, at 12:24 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a traffic complaint about a vehicle along Bruce County Road 20, in the Municipality of Kincardine. On arrival, officers located a single vehicle stuck in the snow. The investigating officer detected signs of im...
Well, aren't you glad you live in Bruce County where we are revelling in the white stuff? Brings back memories of when a grader got stuck on the 12th Concession and the neighbours had to shovel the snow to get it out. Those were the days. That was just after they started snowplowing t...
(LONDON, ON) - Winter weather rolled into Ontario with a vengeance on the weekend, snarling traffic and stranding some motorists for hours on end in hard-hit areas. With a little road-trip planning, you can ensure your family's safety when the snow starts to fly. Safe winter d...
The South Bruce Retired Women Teachers of Ontario/Organization des enseignantes retraitées de l’Ontario (RWTO/OERO) gathered Nov. 21 at the Kincardine United Church to launch the festive season. President Frances Nixon welcomed 32 members and two guests: RWTO Area 1 direct...
Bruce Power has signed a 10-year extension to its Master Service Agreement with Kinectrics Inc., in support of continued excellence in its operation, Life-Extension Program and the production of cancer-fighting medical isotopes. The strategic, long-term collaboration is estimated at $2...
Jaron Kerr (above) is the new director of information technology (IT) services for Bruce County. As a member of the county’s senior leadership team, he will manage teams responsible for end-user computing, server and network infrastructure, software management, cyber security, an...
It was a cold, snowy, blustery evening, but a huge crowd braved the elements to watch the annual Kincardine Santa Claus Parade, Saturday evening, with the theme, “Home For the Holidays.” Organized by the Kincardine and District Chamber of Commerce, the parade began at Conna...