Bombarded by news about the presidential election in the United States, Kelly Young (above) wondered what would happen if Republican candidate Donald Trump defeated Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton and became president. That, and a call for short stories, prompted the Kinca...
"Brandon Metske played each and every hockey game for his team. When he put on the Lucknow Sepoys jersey, he played with heart and soul, every time. He was a shining example of what it means to be a Lucknow Sepoy. "He was a warrior on the ice, always battling hard for the puc...
With the mild, sunny weather continuing for a few more weeks, if you were planning to do a bit more yard work or fall house-cleaning, take note that the Kincardine Waste Management Centre at Armow has different hours, effective Monday, Oct. 17. The new hours are as follows: ...
(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – Investigators with the Huron County OPP Crime Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a deceased man whose body was found Saturday afternoon, Oct. 15, on a Lake Huron beach just north of Port Albert. The man is ...
Kincardine firefighters have discovered that when it comes to proper fire prevention equipment in the home, people are more interested in just purchasing their pizza and hunkering down on a Friday night. Fire prevention officer Shane Watson was joined by four of his fellow firefighters...
A crowd of residents, staff, volunteers and the public, enjoyed entertainment and refreshments at the open house held Friday afternoon at RVilla Retirement Living in Ripley. Serena Rutledge, daughter of RVilla owners Gary and Anita Rutledge, sang and played the piano. And volunteers Jo...
(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH, ON) – A body has been found on the Lake Huron shoreline, just north of Port Albert. The Huron County OPP was called to the scene Saturday afternoon, Oct. 15, after receiving the report that a deceased adult male was discovered on the beach. He was fou...
Wilk Gillin of Point Clark and members of her family presented a delightful concert in support of St. Luke's Anglican Church, in the church hall at Lurgan, Saturday evening, Oct. 8. A near-capacity crowd enjoyed the music of a variety of instruments, including a Hurdy-Gurdy. ...
A framework agreement of up to $400-million has been signed between two Ontario-based nuclear organizations that will create jobs and bring major long-term economic benefits to the province as Bruce Power advances its multi-year investment program. The agreement names SNC-Lavalin&rsq...
As Thanksgiving preparations moved into high gear across Bruce, Grey, Huron and Wellington counties last week, members of Local 255 of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) gave thanks to their communities by giving back. “We are all very fortunate to live and work ...
Ernest "Ernie" Joseph Parent of Kincardine died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016, at London's Victoria Hospital. He was 78. Cherished husband of the late Margaret Rose Parent (née Chapeskie) (2010). Dear father of Rodger Parent of London and Charlene (Franz Zahn) Parent ...
“Come," said the leaves to the wind one day, "Come o’er the meadows and we will play. "Put on your dresses, scarlet and gold, For summer is gone and the days grow cold.” --George Eliot Say what you will about Grey-Bruce winters, the fall colors in...
Patients from around the world, who are suffering from brain tumours, will benefit from an innovative partnership announced between two Ontario-based companies. Bruce Power and Nordion have teamed up on a new initiative that will see medical-grade, ‘High Specific Activity...
Rev. Dennis Pearson Cluley of Kincardine, died suddenly, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016, in his 82nd year. Survived by his wife, Willa Cluley (née Ascah); daughters, Ann Marie Tout and Ruth Cluley; and son-in-law, Arie Moerman. Predeceased by his brother, Ted Cluley. Ordained in...
The Legion is fund-raising to replace the heating system at the branch. There will be a Halloween Dance, Oct. 29. Tickets are $15 each; available at the Legion Bar and Jerome Flowers and Gifts in downtown Kincardine. There will be prizes for best costume, a door prize and snacks. ...
(HURON TWP, ON) – Oct. 12, at 5:41 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a break-in at a residence in the 1900 block of Concession 6 in Huron Township. Sometime between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Oct. 12, the garage was forcibly entered and a quantity of tools was tak...
A new Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton could cost about $4-million and would be located east of the Tiverton Sports Arena but not attached to the existing building. That was part of the update brought forward by the ad hoc project committee to Kincardine council, i...
POLICE INVESTIGATING BREAK-IN (WALKERTON, ON) – Oct. 8, at 5:35 a.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a break-in at the Walkerton Meat Market located in the 200 block of Durham Street East in Walkerton. Sometime between 9 p.m. Oct. 7, and 5 a.m. Oct. 8...
A Kincardine pilot suffered minor injuries after his plane crashed near Brantford Monday. The Brant OPP was called to a rural area near Highway 54 and Number 6 School Road in Brant County at about 1 p.m., Oct. 10, in response to the incident. Police arrived with Brant County Fire Se...
Nancy Ackert, in association with Allied Associates LLP, is offering a seminar with the focus on getting your estate-planning right the first time. "Estate Planning Mistakes" is slated for Monday, Oct. 24, at the Belgrave Community Centre, 12 Queen St., Belgrave (Highway 4, s...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre provided excellent response during the "Exercise Huron Resolve" nuclear emergency drill, held last week in Kincardine and area. The regional emergency management exercise involved Bruce Power, numerous agencies and officials, as well as all ...
For years, Glammis native Allan Thompson wrote about the 1994 genocide in Rwanda for the Toronto Star, and later made presentations about his experiences and, in particular "The Genocide Video." The video captured the murders of a man and his daughter. It haunted Thompson unt...
Do you have a child, or know a child, who will be starting Kindergarten next September? Let's Learn Kindergarten registration in Bruce-Grey has begun for children who will start school in September, 2017. Families of children born in 2013 (Year 1, formerly Junior Kindergart...
The Kincardine District Secondary School Class of 2016 was urged to "follow your dreams and do what makes you happy. Fly through the turbulence. Be phenomenal or be forgotten. But never forget, you were once a Knight." That was part of the valedictorian speech by Neel Patel, ...
It's that time of year again. Kinetic Knights Robotics, FRC Team 781, part of the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) organization, is recruiting new members. If you like any of the following, you should join the Kinetic Knights: Digital ...
Congratulations to the 2016-17 Ripley-Huron Fall Fair ambassador, Bethany Wilken. Other fall fair results are as follows: Arena Volunteer – Barb Kester Grounds Volunteer – Jean MacDonald Student Volunteer – Kali Moir Count the Plates – Zac...
After 26 years in business, Gail and Roger Farrell are closing Homefront Acres, the apple orchard on Highway 21, south of Pine River. "We want to travel and spend time with our grandchildren," said Gail, after helping a customer with her order. "You're really tied to...
It was a chilly Saturday morning, as a long line-up of people waited in the sunshine and brisk breeze for the doors to open on the ever-popular Kountry Kitchen Bazaar, Saturday morning, at Pine River United Church. Once it opened, the bazaar was awash in a sea of customers, as people r...
The leaves are quickly taking on the vibrant colours of yellow, red and gold, and now the cooler temperatures have arrived in the Kincardine area. A brief hot spell last week made it feel more like summer, but by Friday, the weather was definitely chilly like fall. Get out and view ...
Q: It seems like the recommendations for cancer screenings are constantly being changed. Can you give me a quick update to the most current guidelines for the most common forms of cancer? A: Cancer is currently the leading cause of death in Canada and will likely continue to ...
To all our faithful readers and advertisers, Wishing you a Wonderful and Blessed Thanksgiving Day holiday. Thank you for your continued support. Liz Dadson editor Kincardine Record
The Tiverton Agricultural Society held its 155th Fall Fair under questionable skies but for the most part, it was great. The parade was bigger than ever, and a big thank you goes out to all who participated in the parade. Rylee Evans is the new Tiverton Fall Fair ambassador, wh...
An open house is being held Friday, Oct. 14, from 2-4 p.m., at RVilla Retirement Living in Ripley. Located at 22 Park Street, the 53-room retirement home is owned by Gary and Anita Rutledge who opened it in 1998. It is now managed by Universal Care. Once a year, the owners and staff...
Diane Wilson of Kincardine welcomed 12 members of the Bervie Women's Institute to her home, Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m., with the theme being “Agriculture.” Roll Call was answered by the members stating their favourite cheese. A donation will be made to the R...
The weather was warm and sunny - perfect for the elementary school cross-country meet, held Tuesday afternoon, at Ainsdale Golf Course, south of Kincardine. Runners from Ripley-Huron Community School, Lucknow Central Public School, Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School, and Ecole ...
IMPAIRED DRIVER FACING DAY IN COURT (WALKERTON, ON) – Oct. 5, at 2:30 p.m., a South Bruce OPP officer on patrol along Yonge Street South in Walkerton, stopped a green Chrysler Intrepid. The officer found that the driver had been drinking alcohol. Fifty-six-year-o...
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving weekend. We have so much to be thankful for. Our thoughts are with the people in the south riding out Hurricane Matthew. I have a brother down there, whose area was evacuated, and getting information can be difficult. Well another year...
October is International Cyber Security Awareness Month (ORILLIA, ON) – There are many ways to ensure your safety and prevent becoming an unwitting victim of cybercrime, say security experts and the OPP. Using a weak password while on a free Wi-Fi network, can ...
The Kincardine Community Singers have registered the largest choir in the history of the organization, with 90 members signing up to perform in December's Christmas concert. "I'm so happy that people really want to sing these days and we are able to provide a place for the...
Our community has lost another old-timer and a staunch supporter of Purple Grove. June Elliott died Oct. 5. She will be missed by all her Purple Grove Women’s Institute friends. Deepest sympathy to Nancy and Paul Greenwood, Stephen and Janice Elliott of Blind River, Joyce and John F...