Barb Fisher of Kincardine has joined the race for mayor of Kincardine in the Oct. 26 municipal and school board elections. She joins incumbent Kenneth Craig and Ward 2 councillor Bill Stewart for the top job on council. Incumbent councillor Rory Cavanagh is the lone candidate for deputy...
Do you love to sing? Then the Kincardine Community Singers would love to welcome you! You don't need formal singing experience, and you don't need to know how to read music. All you need are a love of singing and a willingness to share your voice with others. This is a friendly group of...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - Thursday, Aug. 6, at 3:13 p.m., South Bruce OPP members were conducting patrols along Highway 9 in the Municipality of Kincardine, when a vehicle was observed travelling at 106 km/h in a posted 60 km/h zone. The vehicle was stopped, and the driver, a 28-year-old of Bru...
Gerald John "Gerry" Evans of Lucknow, died peacefully, surrounded by family, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, in London, at the age of 67. Born Oct. 25, 1958, in St. John’s, Newfoundland, he was the son of the late Joan (Bishop) and Felix Evans. Greatly missed by his daughter, Hollie Eva...
(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - The South Bruce OPP is, once again, partnering with the United Way of Bruce Grey to support the annual Backpack Program, helping local students start the school year with confidence and the supplies they need to succeed. The program provides new backpac...
"The Last Mayor of Rusty River," on now at the Blyth Festival Theatre, is entertaining but not realistic. If its aim was to take a jab at local politics, during a municipal election year, it didn't go far enough. The acting is stellar, with Benedict Campbell stealing the show as Larry, t...
Sheila Ann McQuillan of London, formerly of Lucknow, died peacefully at University Hospital in London, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, at the age of 78. Born in Wingham, she was the daughter of the late Florence and Wilfred McQuillan. Survived by her sister, Flora Murphy; and brothers, Archi...
Q: I ordered a refill of my prescription and was told that it is on a long-term back-order and that the staff is working on a solution. Why is this happening and how long will that take? A: Let’s first talk about what a ”back-order” means for those of you who are unsure...
Bruce County has announced the successful completion of the Durham Street Bridge rehabilitation project. The bridge has been re-opened to two-way traffic. Both sidewalks on the bridge are also open, restoring full access for pedestrians and motorists. As part of the project's completion...
Justin Shaw's one-man show, "Off-Island Odyssey," proves you can go home again, with hilarious results. The world premiere of the play opened at the Blyth Festival Theatre, Aug. 2, and audiences are loving it. From start to finish, Shaw interacts beautifully with the audience, bringing ...
Jason Passmore, formerly of Kincardine, died suddenly and unexpectedly, Aug. 11, 2026, in Toronto, at the age of 46. Sadly missed by his father, Wayne; sister, Amy Andruski, and her family, Joe, Joy and Ford; and sister, Lori, and her family, Mathew Garnett, Kyla and Sylvie of Cambridge,...
Many of the Boxwood shrubs throughout the Kincardine Cemetery have been severely damaged by an invasive insect and can no longer be saved. In a press release, issued Thursday, the Municipality of Kincardine states that cemetery staff has identified numerous affected shrubs that will, un...
Jessica Elizabeth Burrows of Kincardine died peacefully, with family by her side, Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, in her 43rd year. Beloved wife of the late Dale Burrows, and mother of Alecsys. Dearly missed by her parents, Ken and Deb Rutledg...
The grand opening of the Kincardine Lions All-Wheel Park, slated for tomorrow (Aug. 16), has been postponed. The Kincardine Lions Club sent out a notice Saturday (Aug. 15), stating that due to the weather forecast of rain and the possibility of thunderstorms, Sunday, as well as the dista...
With Nomination Day just a week away, there is now a race for councillor-at-large in the Municipality of Kincardine, in the Oct. 26 municipal and school board elections. Ali Shah of Kincardine has filed papers to run for the position against incumbent Mike Hinchberger (currently serving ...
Ingrid Marijke Hennink (née Keus) of Kincardine, a loving mother, proud Oma, loyal friend, talented knitter, and spirited adventurer, died peacefully at home, July 31, 2026, surrounded by love, at the age of 80. She touched countless lives with her warmth, kindness, and characteri...
Another busy summer weekend around Purple Grove! If you are into cattle and other animals, there was a terrific Jersey and Brown Swiss dairy show and all-breed beef show at Hanover Fair last weekend! About 40 Jersey animals, 35 or so Brown Swiss, and more than 100 beef animals for the va...
Incumbent Kincardine councillor-at-large Jennifer Prenger of Kincardine is running for Ward 1 councillor in the Oct. 26 municipal and school board elections. She joins newcomer Russ Crook for the two Ward 1 councillor positions. Incumbent councillor-at-large Mike Hinchberger is running ...
The following is a message from Graham Mahood and Kathryn Freimanis, co-chairpersons of the Kincardine Hospital capital campaign. The Kincardine Hospital redevelopment and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine project reached an exciting milestone this month. With extraordinary supp...
The Kincardine Air Cadets are having a fund-raiser barbecue at the Kincardine Legion, Tuesday, Sept. 1, from 4-7 p.m. They will have hamburgers and hot dogs, by donation, and drinks can be purchased. Everyone in the community is welcome, so bring the whole family! You will also be able to...
Mary Kathryn (Kathy) McCartney, formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, July 31, 2026, after a short, but courageous, battle with cancer, at the age of 72. Kathy was a woman who lived life in her own unique way. She was known for always saying it “as it was,” and that was on...
Jackie Dennis of Kincardine won the Kincardine Community Catch the Ace draw, Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 12, taking home $523. She chose Envelope No. 28 which revealed the Seven of Diamonds, meaning the Ace of Spades remains in play. Organized by Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and D...
Mike McKechnie of Kincardine is running for councillor-at-large in the Municipality of Kincardine, in the Oct. 26 municipal and school board elections. He joins incumbent Mike Hinchberger and newcomer Darrel Perry who are also running for councillor-at-large. There is a race for mayor o...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre - Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary held another successful Wheelbarrow of Wine raffle, with 1,500 tickets completely sold-out, raising $6,750. The draws were made Wednesday, at the Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop, with first vice-president Lynda Cerson drawin...
Bruce Power is providing $100,000 in mutual aid assistance to support communities across Niagara Region as they recover from unprecedented rainfall events that resulted in states-of-emergency being declared in the City of St. Catharines and the Town of Lincoln. The Niagara region experie...
Susan Morrison won “A” Flight in the ladies’ league, Tuesday (Aug. 11), at Ainsdale Golf Course, with a net score of 32. In second, was Carly Regier, with 33; and tied for third, were Jenna O'Dowd, Lori Belanger, Debbie Catto and Cathy Alcombrack, 34. Skins winners, wer...
The Kincardine and District Lions Club welcomes everyone to the grand opening of the All-Wheel Park, beside the Davidson Centre in Kincardine, Sunday, Aug. 16, at 1 p.m. The event will feature demonstrations by riders on skateboards, BMX bikes, and scooters, as well as, prizes, T-shirt g...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - A resident of Huron East has been charged with impaired driving, following a traffic stop for stunt-driving. Aug. 6, at approximately 8:30 p.m., South Bruce OPP officers were conducting routine patrols along Highway 21 in the Municipality of Kincardine. Officers o...
Weight restrictions and alternate truck routes, previously implemented on the Durham Street Bridge in Walkerton, have now been lifted and removed. Following a recent review of the bridge’s condition and the completion of the required repairs, the bridge can ...
There is a race for local French-language public district school board trustee as Rachael Golem of Orangeville has filed to run against Eric Lapointe of Barrie. Also filing nominations, are Lori Di Castri, incumbent local trustee with the Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board; and J...
(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - A search warrant executed in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie resulted in the seizure of a quantity of illegal drugs, stolen vehicles and a firearm. An investigation, initiated by members of the South Bruce OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) and Offender M...
Long-time Kincardine home-builder, Dale Walden, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, at the home he loved at Amberley Beach, surrounded by family. He was 69. Survived by his wife, Jill, who was his best friend for 45 years; his two sons, Brad and Mitch; daughter-in-law, Tessa; and three grandsons...
Those in need of kids' clothing for back to school, are reminded of the event at Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine, this week. Free distribution of the clothing, generously donated over the past few weeks, will be held Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 6-9 p.m., and Thursday, Aug. 13, from 9 a...
Nominations are now open for the Kincardine and District Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Community Achievement Awards. Last year's Bruce Power Citizen of the Year was Wes Larson (above right, with Dwight Irwin of Bruce Power). The awards committee invites all residents to nominate worthy ind...
Kenneth Craig, chairman of the board of health for Grey Bruce Public Health, has announced that Michael Murray of Grey Highlands will be joining the local board as a provincial appointee. The executive council of Ontario approved the appointment through an Order in Council, effective Jul...
Shirley Ann MacKinnon (nee Stanley) of Ripley and formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, surrounded by family, Aug. 7, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice in her 90th year. Beloved mother of Pam (Dale) Armstrong, Greg MacKinnon and Jackie (Ron) Wilson. Greatly missed by her grandchildren, ...
Beginning Monday, Aug. 10, at 7:30 a.m., through Thursday, Aug. 13, at 6 p.m., the following road closures in the Town of Kincardine, will be in effect for construction work: Bruce Avenue between Goderich Street and Penetangore Row Penetangore Row between Bruce Avenue and Huronv...
Christena Irene "Chris" Moulton (nee Campbell) of Kincardine, died peacefully, with family by her side, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, Aug. 6, 2026, in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late S. Wray Moulton. Loving mother of Sandra Moulton (Gary), Linda Humphrey, El...
In July, the unemployment rate in the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region decreased by 0.6 percentage points to five per cent, while the provincial unemployment rate remained unchanged from June at 7.1 per cent, both unadjusted for seasonality. That's the word from the Four County...
Rodney Emil Nashiem of Kincardine, known to most as Rod, died peacefully, with his family by his side, Aug. 6, 2026, at Huron Shores Hospice, at the age of 62. Survived by his wife of 39 years, Heather; and his children, Taylor (Meg), Caelyn (Thomas), and Mackenzie. Also survived by his...