Tracy Primeau has agreed to take on the job of chairperson of the 2028 Kincardine Reunion. Dave Patterson and Jennifer Cook, co-chairpersons of the 2018 reunion, made the announcement at a meeting, Monday afternoon, at the Kincardine Legion. “I’m really excited about thi...
The Walker House Museum is showcasing a special exhibit and speakers for Remembrance Day. The exhibit is entitled, “Walker House Remembers,” and is on now until Nov. 16. It showcases a remarkable collection of artifacts, including items from the museum’s own collectio...
The local celebration of Diwali will include a fund-raising dinner for about 110 community members, Monday, Nov. 18, at the Kincardine Pavilion. This past weekend, over a million Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Buddhist, and other communities across Canada celebrated Diwali, the Sanatan Festival of...
Everyone is welcome to an insightful presentation and discussion about poverty and the efforts to combat it within the local communities, led by Jill Umbach of the United Way of Bruce Grey and the Bruce Grey Poverty Task Force. Entitled “Addressing Poverty in Our Communities: Cha...
The final Ripley Horticultural Society’s “For Our Youth” Club meeting of the year took place Oct. 19 at the home of leader Melody Smillie. We had a great turn-out for a fun celebration. Leaders Heather Newman and Melody let everyone run off some energy in Melody&rsquo...
Keith Allan Brown of Tiverton died Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, surrounded by his family, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, at the age of 62. Beloved husband of Joannie Brown of Tiverton. Loving father of Kimberly Klimek (Dan) of Caledonia, and Kyle Brown of Hamilton; a...
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Q: I have been waking up with a stabbing pain in my heel that is worse when I get out of bed and slowly improves as the day progresses. I have been told that it might be plantar fasciitis. What exactly is that and what can I do about it? A: What you just described sure sounds as if it ...
Building on the success of its Isotope Production System (IPS) over the past two years, Bruce Power is looking to expand its capabilities to ensure a stable supply of cancer-fighting medical isotopes for the world health-care community. A letter was sent to the Canadian Nuclear Safety ...
“Male and Female Cardinal” by Canadian-born artist Robbie Craig, is the next print in the South Bruce Grey Health Centre - Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary's Art/Easel Program fund-raiser. On display at Sobeys Kincardine, this fully-licensed print features a male and femal...
(BROCKTON, ON) - The South Bruce OPP is seeking public assistance with an ongoing assault investigation in Walkerton. Oct 30, at 11:56 a.m., police were dispatched to an assault in the area of Yonge Street South and Third Street in Walkerton. If you were in this area, Oct. 30, ...
(ORILLIA, ON) - The OPP has released its 2023 Annual Report. The new enhanced electronic report has interactive content with links to additional information and previous years' statistics for added context, and includes embedded videos and podcasts. The annual report can be vi...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre is holding community engagement sessions as it continues to plan for the future and seeks to address ongoing health system challenges. A press release, issued Wednesday, states that public feedback is important to the health centre and it wants to con...
Kincardine council will be appointing a new councillor at the special meeting Wednesday night (Nov. 6) at 5 p.m., in the council chamber. Clerk Jennifer Lawrie has certified there are nine candidates who have put their names forward to fill the vacancy, following the death of Ward 1 co...
It's that time of year again, when we turn back time. Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 a.m. So, remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed Saturday night, and enjoy that extra hour of sleep! It's also a good time to check the batter...
Members of the Kincardine and District Lions Club were at Lions Park, Wednesday, to accept a cheque for $5,000 from representatives of the Bruce Telecom Lighthouse Blues Fest. The money is a donation toward the All-Wheel Park project, slated to be built west of the Splash Pad. As the B...
Thanks to those who submitted photos for the “Where’s Dave?” contest. We had two final entries that were sent in by Oct. 31. One is of David Dadson at the Tiverton Fall Fair, Saturday Oct. 5, taken by Margaret Visser (below); and the other is of Dave at Powers Prod...
Crystal Leigh Jardine, formerly of Lucknow, beloved daughter of the late Barb (Whitby) and Rick Jardine, died at Guelph General Hospital, Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, at the age of 45. She was born in Wingham, July 4, 1979. Survived by her sister, Ange (Ryan) Jardine-Finch of Wingham; ...
The Kincardine Christmas Hamper Program was started in 1974 by a woman in Kincardine, who noticed that children were walking by her home without appropriate winter wear. She rallied her friends and they began collecting coats, mitts and toys for kids. That was 50 years ago! Over those ...
Plans for the 2024 Kincardine and District Chamber of Commerce Santa Claus Parade are in full swing! The chamber held a “Name the Parade” contest in October, and the winning theme, “Home for the Holidays”, was submitted by Morgan Swift. Morgan was awarded a gift...
The Ace of Spades remains in play! Eric Howald of Kincardine won $1,709 in the Catch the Ace draw. He selected Envelope No. 16 which contained the Six of Clubs. By next Wednesday's draw, the progressive jackpot is estimated to $28,000, so be sure to get your tickets! At the Saturda...
(MUNICIPALITY OF BROCKTON, ON) - The South Bruce OPP Crime Unit is investigating an incident involving road rage that resulted in gunfire in the Municipality of Brockton. Oct. 30, just before 11 p.m., South Bruce OPP officers responded to a residence on Bruce County Road 1, near P...
Nine students with the Kincardine Karate Dojo brought home medals from a charity tournament, held Saturday (Oct. 26), in Trenton. All proceeds from the event went to “Cooked With Love,” an organization that provides meals to those in need, as well as helping homeless people...
The Ontario government is investing almost $22.5-million help municipalities in Huron-Bruce renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure. Kincardine’s share will be $1.75-million, while Huron-Kinloss will receive $679,135. The funding will be delivered in 2025 through the&nb...
Erika Ganderup (nee Becker), beloved wife of the late Evald Ganderup, of Lucknow and formerly of Ridgetown, died suddenly at her residence, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 at the age of 81. Born in Germany, Feb. 15, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Katherine (Wohlfarhrt) and Fritz Becker. ...
The sixth annual Kincardine 7K Trail Run has raised $4,000 for the Kincardine Trails Association. Organizer Victoria Clarke and her family were on hand, Sunday, to make the presentation. Held Sept. 21 at Station Beach and throughout the trail system, this year’s event drew 232...
Phillip Saunders likes painting murals, but he also wants to help demystify the work that he does. The Toronto-based muralist was speaking to the crowd at the second annual Afro Caribbean Youth Awards, held Saturday night, at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. “People don&rsqu...
Eligible voters in the Municipality of South Bruce have voted in favour of declaring the community a willing host for the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO)’s Deep Geologic Repository (DGR) for used nuclear fuel, following a public referendum. Of the votes cast, 51 per ...
Karen Marie Passmore (née Shadgett) of Kincardine, died Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, surrounded by the love of family, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Wayne Passmore for 54 years. Loving mother of Lori Passmore (Mathew Garnett)...
FIVE INJURED IN COLLISION SOUTH OF LUCKNOW (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TOWNSHIP, ON) - Oct. 28, at 12:20 p.m., the Huron County OPP, Lucknow Fire Department, Goderich Fire Department, and Huron County Paramedic Services responded to the report of a serious collision involving two ...
More than 30 families received warm winter coats, gloves, mitts, hats, etc., through the Share the Warmth winter clothing drive, held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine. Items were collected through September and October, with distribution held Thursday and Friday at the church. ...
The promise of a virtual tour of the Bruce Trail, given by a geologist and highly-experienced guide, brought a large crowd to the Oct. 22 meeting of the Huron Fringe Field Naturalists in Point Clark. Beth Gilhespy is the chief executive officer of the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy, ...
Claire Dennis Thuell of Ripley, died Oct. 25, 2024, just shy of his 87th birthday, after a short battle with cancer, at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie. Affectionately known as “Coon” to friends and family, his death leaves a huge space in the hearts of many friends a...
The fifth annual Reid Family Halloween Haunt was another amazing success, raising more than $2,000 and a truckload of non-perishable food items, all destined for the Kincardine Food Bank. Held Friday and Saturday nights at the home of Nicole, Nick and Cullen Reid, south of Kincardine, ...
Nelson Boals of Kincardine, died Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in his 78th year. Survived by his beloved wife, Karen; and his loving sons, Craig (Joye) of Kingston and Phillip (Phyllis) of Stoney Creek. Also survived by his brothers, Russell and John (Cheryl); his sister, Carol; his sist...
David Wayne “Woody” Atkinson of Lucknow, died peacefully at the Wingham Hospital, with his family at his side, Oct. 25, 2024. He was 85. Loved husband of Carol (Helm) for 63 years. Dear father of David and Karen of Auburn, Steven, Ken and Linda, all of Lucknow, and Debra...
Nine people have applied for the Ward 1 councillor seat on Kincardine council, left vacant after the death of Doug Kennedy back in August. Applications were accepted by the Municipality of Kincardine until Friday, with the following uncertified list of candidates: Christina...
The South Bruce Retired Women Teachers of Ontario/Organization des enseignantes retraitées de l’Ontario (RWTO/OERO) gathered Oct. 17 at the Ripley-Huron Legion Hall to share a meal, memories and show caring for others. It’s a tradition of the fall meeting to include ...
Wilfred Henry Helm of Kincardine, died Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, with family at his side, at Extendicare Columbia Forest, Waterloo, at the age of 95. Beloved husband of the late Jessie Helm (nee Ritchie) Loving father of Richard Helm (Joan) of Burlington, Kay Fitzpatrick (Steve) of ...
(GODERICH, ON) - Oct. 22, 1967, the Huron County OPP received a missing person's report involving two men who had departed on a fishing excursion from the port of Goderich and were never seen again. Neil WORMSBECKER and Hank Englebertus HALFF, were 29 and 30, respectively, whe...