Janet Elizabeth Ireland of Dungannon, wife of William Ireland, died peacefully, Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long, courageous battle with Huntington’s Disease, at the age of 73. Born Aug. 10, 1952, in Hamilton, she was the daughter of the late Nelli...
While world leaders recently gathered in Brazil for COP30, much closer to home, the Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) welcomed 60 students from across Bruce and Grey counties for its Model United Nations (UN) Conference, held Nov. 14, at the NII Advanced Technology Campus, northwest of T...
Two FIRST Lego League (FLL) teams have advanced to the provincial finals, following the qualifying tournament held Saturday, Nov. 29, at Kincardine District Senior School. The Amazing Axolotls of St. Catharines won the Champion’s Award, while The Mud Men of Kincardine won the Inn...
Marion McDonald (nee Park) of Kincardine, died Dec. 2, 2025, at the age of 91. Marion entered her eternal rest surrounded by her family. We take comfort in knowing she is now safely in the arms of her Heavenly Father. Born, Feb. 9,1934, in Parkhill, she was the daughter of the late Wil...
The Wingham and District Hospital Foundation is marking another exceptional Giving Tuesday, thanks to the generosity of local donors and Lucknow Pharmasave. Dec. 2, Lucknow Pharmasave offered a $10,000 matching gift, doubling donations made to the foundation throughout the day. The com...
Over the past month, the Kincardine Ladies Fitness Co-operative has been collecting non-perishable items for the Kincardine Food Bank. Wednesday, several members gathered for a photo with the huge box full of an assortment of food and other items, as well as gift cards and financial do...
Bruce Power and the Municipality of Kincardine have reached an agreement that will see the former W.E. Thompson Public School, located at Russell and Princes Streets in the Town of Kincardine, continue to be used as a training centre by Bruce Power through 2032. This decision was made ...
Nickolas (Nick) J. Toth of Guelph, formerly of Kincardine and Toronto, died at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, following a long illness. He was 81. Beloved husband of Fiona (nee McGruer). Loving father of Nicholas, and Andrew and his partner, Callandrea Tibbs...
The South Bruce OPP held a toy drive, Friday, Nov. 28, in the parking lot at the Canadian Tire store in Kincardine, with the goal being to "Stuff-a-Cruiser" with donations. Despite the blustery winter weather, auxiliary officers Wyatt Wilken and Seth Harper were on hand, acce...
The Bervie Women’s Institute met Wednesday morning at the Bervie United Church. President Bev Berndt opened with the usual openings. She read Christmas poems, entitled “They have Seen a Great Light” and “Spirit of the Season.” Roll Call was answered by eig...
Thursday, at the inaugural Bruce County council meeting of the 2025-26 term, warden Luke Charbonneau, mayor of Saugeen Shores, and deputy warden Don Murray, mayor of Huron-Kinloss, were acclaimed to a second consecutive term. Elected for a term as a councillor in the Town of Saugeen Sh...
(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - On the evening of Dec. 3, the South Bruce OPP responded to two separate incidents of intimate partner violence, resulting in arrests. At 9:18 p.m., police responded to a disturbance between intimate partners at a residence in Walkerton, where it is al...
Robert Allan West-Gaul of Kincardine died at home, Dec. 1, 2025, at the age of 70. Beloved brother of David (Terri) of Cannington and Sally Emmerton (Malvin Sonnenberg) of Sherwood Park, Alberta. Robert was predeceased by his brother, Nigel; sister, Susan Burns; brother-in-law, Bert...
(WEST REGION HEADQUARTERS) - Members of West Region OPP continue their efforts to get impaired drivers off the province's roads and highways this holiday season, as the 2025 OPP Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign enters its third week. To date, West Reg...
Leah Lance won $1,943 in the Catch the Ace draw. She chose Envelope No. 33 which revealed the Five of Hearts. As the Ace of Spades was not found, the jackpot continues to grow – this week it was at more than $45,000! You can get tickets at our Legion bar, and at our wonderful in-per...
CHARGES LAID AFTER INCIDENT ON GODERICH SQUARE (GODERICH, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged an individual, following an incident in the Town of Goderich last month. Tuesday, Nov. 11, just before 10 a.m., Huron OPP officers were contacted about an individual who was reporte...
The Kincardine Christmas Market drew almost 1,500 people to its busy indoor shopping venue in the Kincardine Hall at the Davidson Centre, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23. The event featured about 50 unique vendors and artisans, with a vast assortment of handicrafts, candles, home decor...
(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - Nov. 27, at 9:46 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a call about weapons at a residence in Paisley. It was alleged that an altercation occurred between two individuals, and a firearm was brandished. The individuals were known to each other, and this was an ...
“Cardinals and the Winter Berries” by 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 pair of beautiful Ca...
Bruce Power and NPX (Nuclear Promise X) have signed a renewed Master Services Agreement to continue collaboration in key areas, including innovation, artificial intelligence, projects, and the advancement of new nuclear generation at the Bruce site. The five-year extension, valued at m...
Marjorie Middelkamp (nee Ritchie) of Ripley, beloved wife of the late Albert Middelkamp, died at Kincardine Hospital, Tuesday, Dec. 2 2025, at the age of 83. Born Sept. 5, 1942, in Owen Sound, she was the daughter of Jean (nee Splan) and Melvin Ritchie. Mother of Ron (Carol) of Kinc...
(GODERICH, ON) – Nov. 8, 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 committed several criminal acts against the partner. A 16-y...
James Robert Mitchel (Jim) Edwards of Kincardine died suddenly, Nov. 24, 2025, at the age of 68. Survived by his daughter, Melissa Brock (nee Edwards); son-in-law, Lyle Brock; and his pride and joy, his grandchildren, Amber Brock (Owen) and James Brock (Hannah). Also survived by his...
STUNT-DRIVING LEADS TO SEVERAL OFFENCES (BROCKTON, ON) - Nov. 29, a member of the South Bruce OPP was conducting radar enforcement along Highway 9 in the Municipality of Brockton. At 8:07 p.m., police observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed, activated the radar un...
The redevelopment of the Kincardine Hospital has taken another critical step forward, with the Ontario Ministry of Health granting approval to bring the project into detailed planning – the final stage before construction. As the project moves forward, the Kincardine and Communit...
It seems that winter is upon us now and the extent of our gardening is for indoor plants. Some members of the Kincardine Horticultural Society, I am sure, will have the most beautiful Christmas cactus and Amaryllis. The group gathered for appetizers, Monday, to celebrate the end of the...
Bruce Power and its supplier partners are celebrating Giving Tuesday by donating $335,000 to local holiday initiatives across Bruce, Grey and Huron counties. The company, in partnership with its employees, suppliers, the United Way of Bruce Grey and the community at large, raised more ...
Orlo Doreen Jarrell (nee Bissillion), formerly of Kincardine, died Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, at Terrace Court, Komoka, in her 97th year. Beloved mother of David (Katherine) of Calgary, Allan of Toronto, and Susan (Andrew Schlueter) of Delaware. Proud grandmother of Kenny and Jenise. ...
Q: Is there anything new for women to take to prevent pregnancy? Can you compare them to the many options that have been available for decades? A: While many birth control methods remain the same (pills, IUDs, implants, patches, etc.), two available options have entered the contracepti...
Winter weather is here, and Bruce County reminds residents to prepare for winter storms by keeping emergency kits in both your home and vehicle. “Preparation doesn’t stop at home,” says Ray Lux, county emergency management co-ordinator. “It’s just as impor...
Saturday evening brought just enough snow but without the severe cold and wind, making it perfect weather for the Kincardine Santa Claus Parade, under the theme, “Christmas Movie Magic.” Organized by the Kincardine and District Chamber of Commerce, the parade drew a massive...
Members of the Kincardine Community Concert Band brought some wonderful Christmas spirit to three local businesses, Saturday. About 20 band members, under the direction of Mary Kloosterboer, stopped in at Sobeys, Canadian Tire and Home Hardware in Kincardine, playing a few Christmas ca...
Mary Christine Nelson (nee Finlayson), beloved wife of Bill Nelson, of Lucknow, died peacefully, with family by her side, at Huron Hospice, Clinton, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, at the age of 76. Born in Wingham, Dec. 8, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (MacKenzie) and Roy Fi...
The Walker House Museum in Kincardine is hosting an exhibition of Sandy Nelson’s stunning photographic works, from Jan. 22-25. Nelson's images – from Antarctica to Africa - capture the beauty and spirit of wild places around the world. The museum is also holding...
The St. Anthony’s School parent council is continuing to roll out amazing fund-raisers in support of creating new outdoor learning and shade spaces for the Kindergarten to Grade 8 students. The parent council has brought back the Kincardine Community Discount Cards - a wonderful ...
Community Foundation Grey Bruce is inviting eligible local organizations in Grey-Bruce to apply for funding through Free to Play, a new initiative supporting outdoor, unstructured play for children and youth. Free to Play is led by Community Foundations of Canada, with support from the...
The Bruce County Beef Farmers and the Grey County Beef Farmers Association have announced a joint donation of almost $4,000 to Grey Bruce Food Share this holiday season, supporting ongoing efforts to address food insecurity across the region. Grey Bruce Food Share, located in Owen Soun...
A major snowstorm hit the Kincardine area, causing the cancellation of school buses Thursday and Friday, and some events scheduled for Friday night. High wind blew into the area, Thursday, with a smattering of snow. Friday morning then ushered in snow squalls, with high wind, heavy ...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary was in a festive mood, Wednesday afternoon, as it celebrated another amazing year with a Christmas Luncheon at the Ripley-Huron Legion. The first order of business, was the presentation of the “Summer Stars&...
Even with winter weather poised to descend upon Lake Huron, fresh vegetables are still available, thanks to a local, certified organic farm. Tamara McMullen of Huron County-based Firmly Rooted Farm, brought crates of fresh root vegetables to the Point Clark Community Centre, Nov. 25, f...