Building on its position as an industry leader in clean energy projects, Bruce Power has issued an additional $600-million in Green Bonds. Since becoming the first nuclear operator in the world to successfully issue Green Bonds in 2021, Bruce Power now has cumulatively issued $1.7-bill...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - March 8, members of the OPP Community Street Crimes Unit and South Bruce OPP officers executed a search warrant at a residence along Kincardine Avenue in Kincardine. As a result of the execution of the warrant, police seized a quantity of Cocaine, Methamph...
Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend. That means clocks move ahead one hour at 2 a.m., Sunday, March 10. Remember to change your clocks Saturday night. And change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, as well. Daylight Saving Time is used to save e...
Congratulations to Patti McKay who won $2,559 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 26 which contained the Ten of Clubs. The jackpot should be sitting at almost $55,000 for next Wednesday’s draw. There were no double-dippers at the Saturday Meat Draw but Doc Roppel di...
It feels so much like spring in the air, and we’ve been following the many kinds of returning birds to the area. Pretty sure the Tundra Swans are back; we heard their familiar call as they were passing through. So, keep your eyes open to spot them in the open fields. Hard to believe...
GODERICH-AREA RESIDENT FACES ASSAULT CHARGE (GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Goderich-area resident with two criminal charges following an investigation late last month. Just before 10 a.m., Feb. 22, officers were dispatched to an address on Huron Road in the...
Bruce Power and GE Vernova’s Steam Power business have entered into a strategic supplier agreement that will see the companies continue to work together to provide safe and clean electricity to Ontario for decades to come. The agreement further advances a mutually-beneficial busi...
A crowd of more than 200 people joined Eleanor Thompson to celebrate her 90th birthday, Saturday afternoon, at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton. The Kincardine woman greeted about 150 friends and neighbours during the come-and-go tea in the afternoon, followed by dinne...
The Bervie Women’s Institute met at the Bervie United Church, Wednesday morning, with the focus on “health.” President Bev Berndt welcomed everyone and opened with the poems, “An Irish Friendship Blessing” and “An Easter Prayer,” followed by th...
“Elvis in Black and White” is the next print in the South Bruce Grey Health Centre - Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary's Art/Easel Program fund-raiser. This print, on display at Sobeys Kincardine, features Elvis Presley playing his guitar while wearing his U.S. Army uniform...
As the company continues to build a dynamic workforce now and for future generations, Bruce Power is honoured to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2024, for the fourth consecutive year. The company continues its diversity, equity and inclusion journey ...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre, which operates hospitals in Kincardine, Walkerton, Chesley and Durham, is seeking new members for its board of directors. The recruitment period is open from now until April 5, states a press release issued Wednesday. The board of directors is res...
Peter Earl Shelton of Kincardine, died Feb. 28, 2024, at the age of 62. He is sadly missed by his loving wife of 45 years, Darlene Shelton (Farrish); his daughters, Jolene (Chris Knoop) and Jilliene Shelton; as well as his granddaughters, Jayden Shelton (Payton Dunlop), and Mylee, Kolb...
Bruce County warden Chris Peabody received the Community Leadership Award from Bruce Power, Thursday (Feb. 29) at the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) conference. This award recognizes exceptional service to communities in the Bruce, Grey and Huron region, as well as leaders who exem...
Theresa Agnes Campbell (nee Schill), beloved wife of the late Robert William Campbell, formerly of Lucknow, died at Braemar Retirement Centre, Wingham, Friday, March 1, 2024, at the age of 92. Born April 11, 1931, in Lebret, Saskatchewan, she was the daughter of the late Gertrude (Mess...
Jeff Bradley (above) of Walkerton is the new fire chief for Huron-Kinloss Township, effective March 25. Mayor Don Murray made the announcement Tuesday (March 5). “Jeff (Bradley) has more than 19 years’ experience in fire safety and suppression with a proven history of co...
ONE ARRESTED AFTER POLICE RESPOND TO DISTURBANCE (KINCARDINE, ON) - March 4, at 3 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a disturbance along River Lane in Kincardine. Officers arrived on scene and located the reported individual. A 61-year-old Municipality of Kin...
Staff at the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre invites families to embark on a week-long adventure filled with magic, science, reptiles, and a journey back to Medieval Times, during March Break, from March 9-16. From movies and story time to interactive magic shows and fascinatin...
Bruce Power unveiled its 2023 Annual Review and Energy Report at an event at the Toronto Board of Trade, highlighting a rewarding year and its path toward a clean energy future for the people of Ontario. The company’s annual review details the year’s progress on its Life-Ex...
Hugh Douglas “Doug” Raney of Halifax, Nova Scotia, formerly of Ripley, died Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at the Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Building, due to congestive heart failure. He was 83. Born July 2, 1940, in Sault Ste. Marie, he was the son of Andrew and Mabel Raney, and s...
Are you prepared in the event of an emergency in Bruce County? Do you have a plan? Hazards, such as severe winter weather, tornadoes, or floods, could quickly become an emergency. What would you do if you were unable to return to your home? Do you have a plan for your family and pets i...
Warren Arnold Kells, 72, of Tiverton, died peacefully, Feb. 22, 2024, at Kincardine Hospital. Born Sept. 13, 1951, in Kitchener, he was the son of Arnold and Ethel (Powell). Warren is survived by his beloved wife, Maureen (Carter); and adoring children and grandchildren, Matt, Mike,...
It was great to see the happy faces of the kids again as the Ripley and District Horticultural Society’s “For Our Youth” Club returned for the first meeting of the year, Saturday (Feb. 24). Leader Heather Newman graciously hosted five leaders and 14 members and helper...
Alan Charles Banting McLean, 84, of Tillsonburg, formerly of Ripley, died peacefully, with his family by his side, Feb. 28, 2024. Born Nov. 24, 1939, he was the son of Jack and Audrey McLean and spent his youngest years alongside his sister, Elaine (Peter, 2019) in Bond Head, Ontario. ...
Huron-Kinloss council has agreed to establish a capital asset renewal and replacement reserve, using the $900,000 in surplus from 2023. At the budget meeting Feb. 16, treasurer Jodi MacArthur stated that historically, any surplus funds remaining at the end of the fiscal year have been ...
The Grey-Bruce community has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to mental health and wellness by raising a remarkable $33,147 for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Grey-Bruce, through the Push-Up Challenge. This inspiring event, which ran from Feb. 1-23, not ...
The Four County Labour Market Planning Board has released the 2024 Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region Local Labour Market Plan. The purpose of this plan is to assess recent labour market developments; identify significant labour market issues within the economic region; convey t...
As Bruce Power’s Unit 3 Major Component Replacement (MCR) project marks one year since it was removed from service, thousands of skilled workers are leveraging lessons learned in Unit 6’s success and innovation to put Unit 3 on track to return to service in 2026, providing cle...
(GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Goderich-area resident with Breaking, Entering and Trespassing at Night, following an investigation Feb. 19. Just before 9 p.m., Feb. 19, officers were dispatched to an address for the report of a break and enter at a residence l...
After a two-month winter pause, the Huron Fringe Field Naturalists reconvened Tuesday (Feb. 27) at the Point Clark Community Centre for their annual potluck lunch and photo contest. Fifty-five members and guests enjoyed a hearty and delicious variety of dishes while catching up with fr...
Congratulations to Maurice Piper who won $2,467 in the Catch the Ace draw. He chose Envelope No. 51 which contained the 10 of Diamonds. If he had caught the Ace of Spades, $47,276 would have been all his! The jackpot should be sitting at almost $50,000 by the time the next draw is made. G...
This March Break, staff at the Bruce County Public Library invites you to dive into the excitement with the ‘Just Beach’-themed programs running in all 17 branches. Each branch will host one or more engaging staff-led, beach-themed programs to have you dreaming about warmer...
Flags at Huron-Kinloss Township facilities are flying at half-mast, marking the death of Brian Mulroney (above), former prime minister of Canada, who died Thursday (Feb. 29), at the age of 84. Mulroney served as prime minister from 1984-1993. Flags will fly at half-mast, as per the ...
Natural Resources Canada has announced up to $50-million in funding in support of Ontario’s plan to maintain a clean energy grid while continuing to drive economic development and support Indigenous and community consultation. The funding, announced at the Canadian Nuclear Associ...
(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE TWP, ON) - Feb. 26, the South Bruce OPP responded to an address in Arran-Elderslie Township and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation. As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old resident of Arran-Elderslie Township has been charged with Do...
Q: I heard someone mention that Feb. 29 was Rare Disease Day. Can you explain what constitutes a rare disease and what Rare Disease Day is all about? A: There are a few definitions of what constitutes a rare disease depending on what part of the world you are living in, but the basic ...
(ORILLIA, ON) - This year's Fraud Prevention Month campaign will focus on"20 years of fighting fraud - where are we now?" The 2024 campaign will showcase the way fraud has evolved over the past 20 years, with a goal of empowering Canadians with information, tools, an...
It may not have been the coldest night of the year, but it was certainly the coldest night of the week, as more than 100 people gathered at the Kincardine Legion for the second annual Coldest Night of the Year walk in support of the Kincardine Good Food Box Neighbour-to-Neighbour Initiati...
Community Foundation Grey Bruce invites charities and non-profit organizations from across Grey and Bruce counties to submit grant applications for the spring community grants before April 15. Eligible projects will benefit the community in one of the following categories: health and w...
After several days of unbelievably warm, sunny weather, winter returned to the Kincardine area with a blast of snow and high wind, Wednesday afternoon. Tuesday morning brought a major thunderstorm, with torrential rain, but by late Wednesday morning, cold temperatures had moved in, cau...