(ORILLIA, ON) - Ahead of Ontario Snowmobile Safety Week, the OPP and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) are reminding snowmobilers that making each ride risk-free gives them their best chance of safely making it through the season. The risky driving behaviours that ...
The South Bruce OPP is reporting that, as of 10:10 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6, Highway 21, from Amberley to Southampton, is closed due to high wind, blowing snow and poor-to-nil visibility. Highway 9, from Huron Bruce Road to Walkerton; and Bruce County Road 19, from Bruce County Road 4 to...
The Kincardine Lions were busy at Tuesday’s meeting, at the Davidson Centre in Kincardine, as they drew the winning tickets for the annual Dinner Draw, and presented three life memberships. Two visiting Lions from the Orangeville Lions Club, Bill Hutchinson and Don Tone, assisted...
Helen Margaret Iolene Rempel (Fitzgerald), beloved mom, grandma and great-grandma, formerly of Kincardine, died Dec. 15, 2024, in her 81st year, after a short stay at Hospice Georgian Triangle’s Campbell House. She courageously battled a recurrence of cancer, facing it with stren...
TRAFFIC STOP NETS SEVERAL CHARGES AGAINST TRUCK DRIVER (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TOWNSHIP, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a commercial truck driver and the trucking company that owns the vehicle, following a traffic stop in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township. Just before ...
Tanya and Bill Murray won $3,488 in the Catch the Ace draw. They chose Envelope No. 41 which contained the Two of Hearts. Next week, the jackpot is estimated to be more than $82,000! Hopefully, we won’t have any more road closures, but if we do and you can’t get to any of our ...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - The South Bruce OPP will be taking part in the first annual Kincardine Polar Plunge, along with several community partners. Friday, Feb. 28, at 6 p.m., members of the South Bruce OPP will be #FreezinForAReason by taking a refreshing plunge in chilly water while ...
Q: What can I safely consume, or better yet, avoid during my pregnancy? A: In a previous Ask the Pharmacist column, we discussed suggested supplements to provide optimum health for both the baby and the mother. Now, let us look at important food, beverage and other non-food options tha...
Allan Ross Miller, formerly of Holyrood, died at the Wingham and District Hospital, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, at the age of 86. Born March 5, 1938, in Kinloss Township, he was the son of the late Mary (Smith) and Frank Miller. Survived by his wife, Lucy; and children, Susan Miller of K...
The Bruce County Public Library has launched its new website, designed to enhance patrons' on-line experience. A one-stop digital branch, featuring a sleek and modern design, the new website offers user-friendly navigation and functionality, ensuring patrons can easily access the r...
INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE RESULTS IN CHARGES (ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - Feb. 2, the South Bruce OPP investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie. Investigation determined that a dispute between individuals inside a residence, led to an a...
POLICE INVESTIGATING BANK ATM SCAMS IN HURON COUNTY (HURON COUNTY, ON) - The Huron County OPP is investigating three recent scams that took advantage of Huron County residents while using ATM machines at local banks. Police have determined that Jan. 18, at least three separate incid...
Henry Lawrence Clark of Lucknow died peacefully at the Wingham and District Hospital, Feb. 3, 2025, with his loving wife of 63 years by his side. He was 83. Born June 26, 1941, Henry grew up on the outskirts of Lucknow, and lived there his entire life. He often joked that he had lived ...
Bruce Power has been named one of Canada’s Best Employers, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has been honoured with this distinction. Forbes, in collaboration with Statista, a leading statistics and industry ranking provider, conducts an independent survey of more th...
Gladys Sarah Walpole (nee Fitzgerald) of Kincardine, died Feb. 2, 2025, with family by her side, after a brief, yet comfortable stay at the Huron Shores Hospice in Tiverton. She was 87. Survived by her children, Franklin Edward Walpole (Deborah), and Glenda Iolene Walpole-Szabo (Joseph...
(GODERICH, ON) – Jan. 31, 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 53-...
The Municipality of Brockton has announced that it has access to $3.4-million in funding through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)’s Housing Accelerator Fund. A press release, issued Monday, states the funding can be allocated toward infrastructure that supports ...
The start of a new year is a time when lots of people re-evaluate, re-assess, and re-organize. It is also a good time to refresh your family's Emergency Preparedness Plan. If you don't have a plan, it’s is also a great time to create one. "Ensuring that you and yo...
(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - Feb. 2, at 1:29 a.m., a member of the South Bruce OPP on patrol along Concession 4 in Arran-Elderslie Township, stopped to check a vehicle, which then fled. Police were later able to locate the subject vehicle and identify the driver. As a result of the ...
To the Editor: I recognize that many in our community are anxious to hear news on the progress of the new Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) replacement build that will accommodate students in Grades 7-12. As the Bluewater District School Board area trustee, I would like to sh...
(SOUTH HURON, ON) - The Huron County OPP has charged a Kinloss Township resident with a long list of offences, following a truck theft in the Municipality of South Huron. Just after 8:20 p.m., Jan. 29, officers were contacted by a complainant who reported the theft of a 2023 Dodge pick...
George Conway, formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, Jan. 30, 2025, at the age of 86. Reunited with his late wife, Pat (2021). Cherished father of Karen, Kevin and Rachel (Patrick). Loving grandpa of Jamie, Nicholas, Lorelle, and Santino; and great-grandfather of Kara, Chloe, ...
In recognition of Black History Month, the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is presenting a special screening of the documentary, “Secret Agents of the Underground Railroad,” Feb. 8 at 1 p.m. in the Bruce Power Theatre. This captivating film sheds light on the courag...
Bruce Power, its partners and skilled tradespeople are rising to the challenge of Ontario’s growing energy demands, kicking off the Unit 4 Major Component Replacement (MCR) project over the weekend as its Life-Extension Program continues to deliver on plan. The Unit 4 outage repr...
Kincardine council has agreed to include $600,000 in the 2025 budget for the Kincardine Hospital redevelopment project. During the budget meeting, Jan. 27, councillor Rory Cavanagh put forward a motion to add the money to the capital budget, with $400,000 coming from the contingency re...
In response to Canadian government legislation, the news content on the Kincardine Record Facebook page can no longer be viewed in Canada. Consequently, there will be no more posts on that page. So, if you want to find out what’s happening in Kincardine, Tiverton, Ripley, Luck...
The Ripley Agricultural Society has a new executive committee, including president Kevin Falconer, first-vice Tracy Robinson, second-vice Kennydi Nicholson, and directors Melissa Arnold, Stephanie Farrell, Jessica Haldenby, Paul Harris, Rob MacInnis, Brooke Neitzel, Joe Neitzel, Rachel Pa...
Motorists were back travelling Highway 21 in the Kincardine area, Saturday, after the roadway had been closed for five days straight. Snow squalls brought heavy snow and high winds, beginning Monday morning, and Highway 21 was closed, initially from Amberley to Tiverton and later, from...
The Municipality of Kincardine is partnering with Bruce County to launch the Spruce the Bruce program, as of today (Feb. 1). The program grant funding to help strengthen communities and maintain and enhance downtown businesses in both Kincardine and Tiverton. Eligible business owners a...
Melissa and Shane Watson of Kincardine enjoy giving back to their community, having organized the on-line auction in the past to support the Movember Movement. Now, they have been inspired to bring awareness to World Down Syndrome Day, by collecting wacky socks to donate to students as...
The Municipality of Kincardine is holding a public meeting, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m., in the council chamber, regarding proposed Area-Specific Development Charges rates and policies for the Highways 9 and 21 (9/21) Business Park lands. Development Charges are levied against new development, ...
The annual Tiverton Winterfest celebration is offering plenty of great family fun, Feb. 14-16, in the village. The event opens Friday evening, with a Family Games Night, from 5-8 p.m., at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre. Enjoy hot dogs and snacks (for purchase), face-painting and...
The Walker House Museum in Kincardine is hosting a speaker event, featuring local historian and author, David Yates, Saturday, March 1, from 2-3:30 p.m. Yates will present “Huron Disasters,” a fascinating exploration of the major disasters that have struck Huron and Bruce C...
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary is starting off the new year with the annual Bakeless Bake Sale throughout the month of February. As a result of the community support last year, the auxiliary was able to present a cheque for $38,500 to the Kinca...
The Township of Huron-Kinloss has partnered with Bruce County to launch the Spruce the Bruce program, Feb. 1. This program provides grant funding to help strengthen communities and maintain and enhance downtown businesses. Eligible business owners and property owners are encouraged to ...
St. Anthony’s School in Kincardine has been urging students to turn the past week-and-a-half of school bus cancellations and school closures into some fun with a Snowman Contest. A post on Facebook, from the school, welcomes students to build the tallest snowman, the cutest, best...
For the fourth day in a row, Highway 21, from Goderich to Port Elgin, remained closed due to heavy drifting, with crews working to clear the roadways. School buses were cancelled in Kincardine, Ripley and Walkerton; and Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS) and St. Anthony...
(KINCARDINE, ON) - Jan. 29, the South Bruce OPP was dispatched to an address in the Municipality of Kincardine, where an individual reported being a victim of fraud. Investigation revealed that over the course of approximately five years, the victim sent more than $100,000 to an i...
Thomas Martin Ayers died, unexpectedly, at home in Kincardine, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 at the age of 45. Beloved son of Laurie Ayers (nee Macaulay) and the late Edward Ayers. Best big brother of Mindy Ayers, and uncle of Christopher Longmire and Dustin Longmire. Fondly remembered b...
Bill Pym of Kincardine won $3,440 in the Catch the Ace draw. He chose envelope No. 23 which contained the Seven of Spades. Be sure to pick up your Catch the Ace tickets for next week, when we expect the jackpot to be approximately $75,000! At the Saturday Meat Draw, there were no doubl...