The Ripley and District Horticultural Society had a lot to celebrate at the Oct. 16 meeting, held at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre. Members donated items for the annual bake, bulbs, produce and preserves sale which featured a delicious variety of baked goods, jams, meat pies, squas...
Once again, this year, the Ripley Lions Club is pleased to assist those in Ripley and area who need some extra help at Christmas. Individuals or families may be referred through schools, community service agencies, health care agencies or churches. Referrals must be received by Nov. 28...
Halloween is next Thursday and many households are already decorated for the ghostly event. However, one property owner on Kincardine Avenue in Kincardine, has taken decorating to a whole new level. A massive, frightening scene in the front yard features every ghastly creature imagi...
Trail-users in Bruce County are reminded that long gun (rifle) season for deer hunting runs Nov. 4-10. Hunters and recreational users should take steps to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. All those using county forests must ensure they are visible and must be aware that others m...
The Bruce Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star has donated $1,000 to the Good Food Box Neighbour-to-Neighbour initiative. Each year, the Worthy Matron of the local chapter selects a project to which some of the funds raised that year are given. This past year, Donna Mowry, Worth...
Phyllis O’Reilly won $1,700 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 47 which contained the Eight of Hearts. The Ace of Spades remains in play, and the progressive jackpot continues to grow! Make sure to get your tickets in time for next week’s draw. Follow us on Face...
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the historic D-Day invasion, a pivotal event during the Second World War that changed the course of history. In honour of the bravery and sacrifices of those who served, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre will host a special event: “H...
Two years ago, Bruce Power became the first commercial nuclear operator to produce Lutetium-177, a cancer-fighting isotope, through an innovative Isotope Production System (IPS) and an international collaboration with the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), Isogen (a Kinectrics and Framatome co...
Kincardine council welcomed the Under-13 (U13) Cardinals minor baseball players and coaches, and their families, to the council meeting Wednesday night (Oct. 23), as they were recognized for winning the Ontario Baseball Association (OBA) “B” provincial championship. Mayor K...
Richard “Dick” Picard of Kincardine died, with family by his side, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, Oct. 18, 2024, at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Sharon (née Kelch) Picard (2022). Loving father of Michelle King (Frank Chartrand) an...
The Kincardine Theatre Guild is in rehearsals for the production, “Pirates of Penzance,” which opens Friday, Nov. 15, at the Kincardine Arts Centre. The show tells the story of Frederic (played by Alex Peroff) who has spent his formative years as a junior pirate under the w...
Shaun Michael O'Brien died at his father's home in Kincardine, Oct. 11, 2024. He was 51. He leaves behind his younger brother, Darren, and his wife, Patricia. Also survived by his aunts and uncles, Colleen O’Brien, Kathleen and Bob Wilson, Barry O'Brien and Judie T...
The Winter Warmth Coat Drive wraps up this week, with distribution set for Thursday, Oct. 24, from 6-9 p.m., and Friday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Knox Presbyterian Church in Kincardine. Appreciation goes out to everyone who donated surplus winter clothing and accessories to a...
Betty Jean Petteplace of Trillium Court Seniors’ Community, Kincardine, died peacefully, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, in her 87th year. Wife of the late Gordon Petteplace. Dear sister of Bob Bushell and his wife, Claudette; Lyla Stewart; and Cathy McDonell. Predeceased by her p...
Grey Bruce Public Health and Bruce County are collaborating to raise awareness about the critical link between oral health and overall health, as well as available government-funded programs to help eligible seniors cover the cost of dental care. The Canadian Dental Care Plan ...
Huron-Kinloss and the Bruce Botanical Food Gardens have announced a new community event – the Jack-o-Lantern Trail, Friday evening, Nov. 1. Everyone is welcome to the food gardens for a family-friendly evening, filled with Halloween fun and community spirit. Wear your Halloween c...
Q: It’s that time of year again and I am looking to see what seasonal vaccines are available and when I might be able to get them? A: It’s hard to believe we are already well into October and it is time to think about the fall and winter viruses that can cause much havoc fo...
Bruce County has begun building the 2025 Asset Management Plan and welcomes public input on levels of service. Participating in the 2025 Levels of Service Questionnaire will help shape priorities and provide feedback on value and sustainability. “Bruce County is committ...
IMPAIRED DRIVER NABBED AT RIDE CHECK (ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - Oct. 13, at 3:09 a.m., the South Bruce OPP was conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check on Albert Street in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie. During the operation, a vehicle was stopped and chec...
Hope everyone is enjoying these beautiful fall days and crisp mornings and the gorgeous scenery that abounds around us. Harvest is in full swing, so give those farmers lots of room to complete their jobs and be patient when following or approaching farm equipment. The Finnie family enj...
Members of Kincardine Scouting were busy on the weekend as they held Apple Days in Tiverton and Kincardine. Saturday afternoon, the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts were at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton, collecting donations and handing out apples as a thank you. Sunday ...
The weather continues to be warmer than normal but nobody is complaining. It's autumn and the leaves are turning colour, bringing some beautiful red, orange, yellow and gold to the trees, bushes and forests in the Kincardine area. Take a drive and enjoy the gorgeous colours befo...
Joan Mary Larion, formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, at the Southampton Care Centre, Oct. 15, 2024, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Norman Larion. Loving mother of Kevin Larion (Hannah), Allison LeClair, Lynne Larion (Daniel), and Kent Larion. Dear grandmother of...
Anna Agnes MacTavish (nee MacDonald) of Ripley died, surrounded by her family, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, Oct. 18, 2024, at the age of 101. Beloved wife of Donald MacTavish who predeceased her in 2017. Loving mother of her three daughters, Barb (predeceased i...
A proposal to reduce the number of members on Kincardine council has been defeated. At the council meeting Wednesday night (Oct. 9), a motion was put forward by mayor Kenneth Craig, and seconded by councillor Rory Cavanagh, recommending that council include, in the 2025 budget delibera...
The cooler, shorter days and changing leaves are hallmarks of autumn, but they also signal the beginning of the annual fall respiratory illness season in Ontario. Grey Bruce Public Health encourages residents to protect themselves this fall by getting the updated, publicly-funded COVID...
As part of its already strong relationship with Bruce Power, the Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario has reaffirmed its commitment to work closely with Bruce Power, site contractors and the local community to support Ontario’s nuclear sector as a stable so...
Kathryn McFadyen Gilchrist of Sudbury, formerly of Bruce Township, died peacefully, Oct. 4, 2024, at Extendicare York, Sudbury, at the age of 87. Born Sept. 22, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Mary Gilchrist, and was raised on the family farm on the 2nd of Bruce. ...
After hearing Dave and Miriam Barrie give a presentation about Malawi at the Knox Presbyterian Church in Kincardine, Bruce McKechnie decided to stage a breakfast, raising funds to help the people of that poor African country. More than 25 years later, Bruce and his wife, Pat, continue ...
POLICE ARREST IMPAIRED DRIVER (SAUGEEN SHORES, ON) - Oct. 17, at 9:56 p.m., a member of the West Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement team was on patrol and stopped a vehicle along Bruce County Road 40, in the Town of Saugeen Shores. As a result of the interaction, po...
An international collaboration among Bruce Power, the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON), Isogen (a Kinectrics and Framatome company), and ITM Isotope Technologies Munich SE, has commenced commercial production of Lutetium-177 on a second production line of the Isotope Production System (IPS) o...
Cody William Wessels of Paisley, formerly of Kincardine, died suddenly, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at the age of 37. Cherished son of Nanci White (Doug Carey) of Paisley. Loving father of Rory Samuels of Paisley. He leaves behind his brother, Lee Wessels (Shannon Deschambault) of Ki...
Karen Seal won $1,500 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 49 which contained the 10 of Diamonds. As we head into Week 12, we look forward to seeing the progressive jackpot climb up to $23,000. Don’t forget you can watch the weekly draws in person by dropping in at the ...
Judith Ann (Judy) MacKenzie of Lucknow, wife of the late Neil MacKenzie, died peacefully at Wingham and District Hospital, Oct. 15, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was 72. Born Sept. 5, 1952, in Kincardine Township, Judy was the daughter of the late Duncan and Kathleen Thorburn. ...
Grey Bruce Public Health’s latest report on food affordability and food insecurity, released this week, calls attention to the struggles many Grey-Bruce households face to afford basic living expenses – such as adequate food and monthly rent – as incomes and social assis...
Richard Everett Taylor of Kincardine, died peacefully, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 68. Born Jan. 27, 1956, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Rick is survived by the love of his life and devoted wife of 44 years, Cheryl (nee Rousseau); daughters,...
(ORILLIA, ON) - Seven vehicle occupants, a pedestrian and three off-road vehicle riders were killed in OPP, making for a particularly tragic Thanksgiving long weekend on and off the road. Over and above the fatalities, the safety of road-users was jeopardized by thousands of unsaf...
(HURON COUNTY, ON) - Members of the Huron County OPP took part in the Thanksgiving long weekend traffic campaign, Operation Impact, from Oct. 11-14. The focus was placed on traffic safety and the "Big Four" which include: distracted driving, alcohol/drug-impaired driving...
Judith Frances Alice (Judy) Cooke, beloved wife of Harold Cooke, of Lucknow, died at Huronlea Home for the Aged, Brussels, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, at the age of 82. Born in Sudbury, June 2, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Louise (Wilkins) and Kenneth Weaver. Dear mother of Bar...
Brett Pollock (above) is the new manager of building and planning/chief building official, for Huron-Kinloss Township, effective Oct. 28. Mayor Don Murray made the announcement Wednesday. “Brett (Pollock) has more than 25 years of experience in the construction and building in...