Joe and Julie Gudelj of Lakeside Chevrolet Buick GMC in Kincardine have kicked off the corporate support for the BUILDKD-plus Campaign, providing a generous $50,000 donation to enhance the auto and manufacturing shops at the new Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS). "We extend...
There is now a race for mayor of Huron-Kinloss Township as Shawn Plante of Point Clark has filed his nomination papers to run against incumbent mayor Don Murray. Running for township councillor, are incumbent Ed McGugan of RR 1, Lucknow, and Tracy Irwin of Ripley. Meanwhile, in Kinc...
The Huron Lakeshore Friendship Club extends its heartfelt thank you and meaningful gratitude to a special member of the club, Vera Roth. She joined the club in 1996 and serves as an important role model, continuing to inspire everyone as an active life-time member. She has outdone her ...
Roy Elsworth Emberlin of Goderich, formerly of Lucknow, died at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, May 9, 2026, at the age of 87. He was the loved husband of Betty (nee Miller) for 62 years. Born in Lucknow, he was the son of the late Barbara (nee Soloman) and Fred...
Happy Mother's Day to all our mothers, grandmothers and many who are a mother to us, on that chilly weekend! We're sure happy for the sunshine and the little bit of rain on Saturday too. We're sure thinking of our family and friends in the west who are on Wildfire Watch and so...
A stalwart crowd braved the cold, windy weather, Wednesday, to support McHappy Day at McDonald’s Restaurant in Kincardine, raising almost $19,000 for Ronald McDonald House. Local celebrities and volunteers assisted throughout the day, handing out food at the drive-thru, working t...
A great crowd turned out for the annual Tiverton Lions Community Garage Sale, scooping up treasures and bargains galore, at the Annex building in Tiverton, on the weekend. The event began Friday night with a barbecue, as Lions Jim McTeer, Ron Manto and Rosemary Grover were kept busy, f...
The following is a letter from Cole Grubb, regarding his student placement at Community Living of Kincardine and District: "Over the past semester, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to complete a student placement with Community Living of Kincardine and District. Co...
The Ripley and District Horticultural Society is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2027, and is planning to showcase the beauty of the community through gardening photos, submitted for its Calendar Photo Contest. Everyone is welcome to submit seasonal photos of gardens, flowers or p...
Like many industries that use lake water for cooling, Bruce Power returns water to Lake Huron at a slightly higher temperature, creating a small, localized warm-water zone which can attract certain fish species. Protecting Lake Huron is a core priority for Bruce Power, and operations a...
More than a dozen beautifully-crafted quilt pieces by members of the Kincardine Sunset Quilters' Guild, along with a memorial tribute to one of the guild's founding members, Marg Cale, can be found in the guest gallery at the Victoria Park Gallery in downtown Kincardine, throughou...
Bruce County is turning environmental goals into practical, on-the-ground action. Thursday, county council endorsed the first Environmental Sustainability Action Plan 2026–30 for the county. The action plan provides a clear road map to help the community prepare for changing w...
Bruce Power invites people from across the region to attend in-person community information sessions to learn more, and ask questions, about the proposed Bruce "C" project. With electricity demand in Ontario expected to increase significantly in the coming decades, Bruce Powe...
The Bervie Women’s Institute met at the Bervie United Church, Wednesday morning. President Bev Berndt opened the meeting with the usual openings followed by the land acknowledgement and a poem, “Mother’s Day.” The Roll Call: “Your favourite butterfly or na...
The Municipality of Kincardine will install a new Smart Beach Light at Station Beach as part of the Smart Beach program, an initiative focused on improving waterfront safety through real-time monitoring, technology, and public education. The light is a real-time beach warning system th...
Ontario energy minister Stephen Lecce has announced support to advance the next stage of pre-development work for the proposed Bruce "C" project, marking an important step forward on the opportunity to add up to 4,800 megawatts (MW) of new nuclear generation at Bruce Power. T...
Ian Hanney (above) is the new human services director for Bruce County. Joining the county’s senior leadership team, he will provide strategic planning and operational leadership in the management of children’s services, housing services, and income and support services, as...
(SOUTH BRUCE, ON) - The South Bruce OPP is appealing for witnesses in relation to multiple mischief complaints in the Village of Teeswater. Friday, May 8, at 7:24 a.m., South Bruce OPP officers received reports from the Hillcrest Central School in Teeswater. Multiple windows had b...
Grey Bruce Public Health has confirmed that the two Canadians who disembarked the MV Hondius in late April, reside within Brucce-Grey. That's the word from acting medical officer of health Dr. Brittany Graham, in a press release, issued Friday. The individuals are well and are n...
Amid much fanfare, excitement and the sound of the bagpipes, owner Tania Konigshofer and her staff welcomed a crowd and several dignitaries to the grand re-opening of the newly-renovated Sobeys Kincardine store, Thursday morning. Nolan King of the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band played t...
Our first winner in the Kin Cares 50/50 Draw was Larry Irwin! Kincardine president Teri Leslie presented him with his winnings, May 4. It was clear from the comments on our social media posts that the phrase, “Couldn’t happen to a nicer guy,” applies to Larry. Congratula...
Alexander "Alex" John Stewart of Kincardine died peacefully, surrounded by family, at Rosewood RVilla in Ripley, May 5, 2026, in his 88th year. Cherished husband of Edna Stewart (nee Robertson) for 68 years, and devoted father of Karen (Dave) Kotva, Kevin (Joanne) Stewart and...
FIRE AT RIPLEY-HURON COMMUNITY SCHOOL (KINCARDINE, ON) - Wednesday, May 6, just before 1 p.m., South Bruce OPP officers responded to the report of a burning smell at Ripley-Huron Community School. OPP members, the Ripley-Huron Fire Department and Lucknow Fire Department all responde...
Amanda (Mandy) Jayne Ritchie of Kincardine died Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice in Tiverton. She was 61. Born Jan. 7, 1965, in Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England, Mandy arrived in Kincardine with her family in January, 1977, and became a proud citizen in 1980. Lovingly ...
Tracy Primeau of Kincardine won the Kincardine Community Catch the Ace draw, Wednesday afternoon, taking home $434. She chose Envelope No. 11 which revealed the Six of Clubs, meaning the Ace of Spades remains in play. Organized by Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lion...
Well gardeners, is it spring or is it summer? We certainly have had some variable weather, but there is hope the warm weather is coming. Before we know it, we will be working in our gardens and complaining about how hot it is. The Kincardine and District Horticultural Society held its ...
The 100 People Who Share Bruce County organization held its first meeting of the year, April 28, at Ainsdale Golf Course, celebrating its 10th year of giving back to the community. Sixty-two people were in attendance, including presenters, several new members and the dedicated returnin...
The Lucknow and District Kinsmen are excited to announce that Matthew Good (above) and His Band have been added to the Friday night line-up for Lucknow's Music in the Fields 2026, happening Aug. 27-29 at the Graceland festival grounds. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Headstones wi...
More than 300 students wired outlets, became virtual boilermakers, used a CNC router, explored 3D printing, tested their simulated welding skills and much more, at the Nuclear Innovation Institute’s (NII) Built to Lead event hosted last week at the Grey County Sydenham Campus, ...
Papy Mukenge (above) has been appointed superintendent of education with the Bluewater District School Board, effective Aug. 1. A dedicated educational leader, Mukenge has more than 20 years of service in education across Ontario and internationally. He began his teaching career in 200...
The Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre has announced its new summer exhibition, "Inspiring Nature, Inspired Techno – Biomimicry and Transport," a travelling exhibit that explores how nature’s designs have inspired innovative technologies. The museum is inviti...
The Ripley and District Horticultural Society's “For Our Youth” Club changed things up a little for the April meeting. Instead of freezing their fingers off in the chilly weather to prepare their garden plot at the Bruce Botanical Food Gardens in Ripley, the members decide...
The 21st Kincardine Multicultural Celebration will be held Tuesday, May 12, from 5:30-8 p.m., on the arena surface at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine. This vibrant, community event embraces diversity, strengthens inclusion, and fosters meaningful community connection. Admission is fr...
Emergency Preparedness Week occurs each spring, with communities across Ontario taking time to focus on emergency readiness. This year, from May 3-9, let’s get Prepared Together, a reminder that residents stay safer when they plan, prepare and respond as a community. Emergenci...
The Sobeys store in Kincardine has been fully renovated, and owner Tania Konigshofer and her staff are excited for the grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting, Thursday, May 7, at 7:30 a.m. Konigshofer of Kincardine took over the franchise last summer and her goal has been to make sure the...
Huron-Kinloss mayor Don Murray is running for re-election in the Oct. 26 municipal election and was the first to throw his hat into the ring when nominations opened Friday (May 1). Also filing nominations, were Jan Johnstone, Bluewater District School Board trustee for Kincardine and H...
United Way of Bruce Grey, the Bruce Grey Poverty Task Force and community partners are expanding their commitment to senior well-being with a series of webinars designed to help older adults better understand and navigate retirement income. Retiring on a Low Income for Seniors in Bruce...
The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) invites industry professionals, community leaders, educators and partners to the third annual Clean Energy Frontier Conference this fall. The two-day event, built on the theme,,"It starts here," explores the topics shaping...
The BUILDKD-plus Campaign, in support of the new Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) build, has received its first community group donation. Thanks to the Ripley Reunion 2025 committee for the $10,000 donation toward this campaign. A local fund-raising committee has launched &q...
Donald Joseph Keating of Kincardine died suddenly, Friday, April 24, 2026. at the age of 46. He was born in Terrace Bay and grew up in Schreiber. In later years, he made his home in Kincardine where he spent many years building a life in the community. Survived by his son, Royce; hi...