It was a warm, sunny Friday evening for the first Cruise Night of the summer in downtown Kincardine, and a good crowd turned out for the event.A variety of antique, vintage and classic cars lined Queen Street, from Durham Market North to the Quinn Plaza, including a 1964 Chevrolet C10 4X4...
Hans Olaf Nilsson of Port Elgin, former general manager and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Bruce Municipal Telephone System (now Bruce Telecom), died unexpectedly, June 24, 2026, following a brief stay in the hospital, at the age of 85. Just days before his passing, his family shar...
The United Way of Bruce Grey has welcomed Afreen Rahman (right) as the new co-ordinator of its backpack program, and announced that registration is now open for eligible low-income families throughout Bruce and Grey counties. Rahman recently joined the United Way of Bruce Grey team and b...
Alice Ruth Ritchie (nee Johnston), beloved wife of the late Clarence R. Ritchie, of Lucknow, died peacefully at Pinecrest Manor, Monday June 29, 2026, at the age of 94. Born June 12, 1932, in Wingham, she was the daughter of the late Ella (Elliott) and Gershom Johnston. Greatly missed ...
As the school year winds down and students and teachers prepare for summer break, there’s an excitement in the air that is felt even by those long-retired from education. That energy and feeling of anticipation were evident at the final meeting of the South Bruce Retired Women Teach...
With daily temperatures expected to hit, or go above, 30 degrees Celsius throughout the rest of this week, including on the Canada Day holiday, Grey Bruce Public Health is reminding residents and visitors to take important steps to prevent potential heat-related illnesses. Environment an...
The Ontario government is investing $10.2-million to support improved operations and reduced wait-times for hospitals within the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Brightshores Health System, and Hanover and District Hospital. This funding is part of a $1.1-billion investment in the hospital...
A huge crowd gathered Saturday evening, to enjoy the first Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band Saturday Night Parade of the summer, in downtown Kincardine. It was sunny and warm as people lined the street at Victoria Park to watch the pipers and drummers form up behind drum major Lorne Smith, ...
The gymnasium at Ripley-Huron Community School was lit up like Hollywood's red carpet, as the 34 Grade 8 graduates gathered with their families, teachers and staff, and members of the community, for the graduation ceremony, Wednesday night. Principal Rochelle Fraizinger welcomed everyone...
Members of Knox Presbyterian Church, Kincardine, are looking for some historical information about a "signature quilt" donated to the church for the flea market back in May. Church member Bev Harris says signature quilts were often made as fund-raisers. You donated 10 cents and your sign...
Ira Belle Berndt (née Johnston) of Tiverton died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Huron Shores Hospice, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in her 103rd year. Beloved wife of the late Louis Berndt. Dearly missed by her family, Ron and his wife, Beverley of Teeswater; Arn...
The Grade 8 graduation at Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) saw 125 graduates honoured with a celebration and awards presentation, Tuesday evening. Principal Don Burns welcomed everyone to the graduation ceremony and said the staff at KDSS is privileged to see these students gradu...
Nine loved ones were honoured with the dedication of a stand of trees in the Tiverton Lions Walk of Memories, during a ceremony, Sunday afternoon, June 21, at the Whitney Crawford Community Centre in Tiverton. Lion Rosemary Grover welcomed the crowd, and the event opened with the singing...
Q: I love to go swimming in the lake, but I often hear of people getting Swimmer’s Ear. What can you tell me about it? A: The end of a school year often signals the start of summer and with that comes fun in the sun and swimming in the lake. The last little while of cooler weather ...
Almost 40 Grade 8 graduates of St. Anthony’s School in Kincardine, celebrated with a prayer service, graduation ceremony and presentation of awards, followed by a reception and dance at the school, Tuesday night.During the ceremony, principal Jocelyn Auger addressed the graduates an...
The Kincardine Scottish Festival and Highland Games and the 2028 Kincardine Reunion have announced a new strategic partnership that brings together two long-standing community organizations with a shared commitment to strengthening community connections and supporting the future success o...
Join Huron-Kinloss Fire and Emergency Services for a free FireSmart Learning Session, Friday, July 10, from 2-6 p.m., at the Point Clark Lighthouse. Discover simple ways to protect your property and improve emergency preparedness. This drop-in event is part of the FireSmart Canada&...
The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board has officially approved its annual budget report for the 2026-27 school year. This $132.3-million comprehensive financial plan reflects evidence-based decision-making and successfully achieves 100-per-cent compliance with the Ontario Ministry ...
Students and staff at Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS) bid farewell to retiring teachers Brenda Colquhoun and Tracy Hallam, at an assembly this week, wishing them well but noting that they will be missed when school resumes in September. Both were pleased to be recogniz...
Mary Ethel White (lovingly remembered by many as “Jo”) of Kincardine, surrounded by family, died at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre – Kincardine, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in her 85th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Jeff Byles. Greatly missed by her stepch...
Canada Day will soon be here, and we invite you to join the celebration at the Kincardine Legion, Branch 183. Wednesday, July 1, we will be having our annual Canada Day party, with HWY 19 providing some great music. It’s going to be sunny for sure, fingers crossed, so it will be a f...
Dorothy Stapleton of Kincardine, also lovingly known as “Dor,” “Dorth,” “Mom”, “Mama,” and “Nana,” died peacefully, June 9, 2026, with family at her side, at the South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine, at the age of 73. Surv...
Evonne Hossack won the Kincardine Community Catch the Ace draw, Wednesday afternoon, June 24, taking home $491. She chose Envelope No. 8 which revealed the Eight of Spades, meaning the Ace of Spades remains in play. Organized by Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions, t...
The Township of Huron-Kinloss has announced the return of the Municipal Bylaw Summer Patrol and Enforcement Program which will serve the entire municipality, including Lucknow, Ripley, the lakeshore, and township parks. Extra municipal law enforcement officers will be on duty d...
“Dog and Carriage” by Nova Scotian folk artist Maud Lewis, 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 print features a family in a horse-drawn carriage, travell...
Members of the Huron Bruce Nature Club enjoyed the artistic photography of Rob Wray (above) at the June 23 meeting, in Point Clark. A member of both the Owen Sound Field Naturalist Club and the Bruce Birding Club, Wray has come to photography and birding only in the past five years, and ...
(WEST REGION, ON) - Members of the West Region OPP have concluded the "Stop. Look. Live." campaign, conducted from June 15-21, with a continued focus on intersection safety. Throughout the campaign, officers engaged in targeted enforcement and public education initiatives aimed at r...
United Way of Bruce Grey is calling for a broader discussion about the impact of historical utility debt on housing stability after paying off an alleged decades-old uncollected bill. The resident, who lives with a disability, recently secured stable housing with the support of family me...
(WEST REGION, ON) - Members of the OPP are reminding the public of the rules and regulations governing E-bikes before taking to the road or trail this summer. As the use of E-bikes continues to grow across communities in West Region, it is important for riders to recognize that E-bi...
Staff and students at Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS) have been hard at work showing their school spirit and commitment to the community through their participation in the “March to a Million” fund-raiser in support of enhancements at the new Kincardine Dist...
Brian "David" Schultz of Zurich, formerly of Ripley, died suddenly at his residence, June 22, 2026, at the age of 46. Dear son of Brian (Ruby) Schultz, and his late mother, Elizabeth Wasson. Survived by his sister, Suzanne (John) Gobeil; step-sisters, Donna Bonnett-Tanchez (Alex), Heath...
The Kincardine Scottish Festival and Highland Games has donated $2,710.87 for new musical instruments at St. Anthony's School in Kincardine. Music teacher Turner Ruetz says he is in the process of replacing aging instruments at the school and was thrilled with the donation to help cover ...
(BROCKTON, ON) - Members of the South Bruce OPP are investigating a suspicious fire involving multiple vehicles in Walkerton. Tuesday, June 23, shortly after 5 a.m., officers from the South Bruce OPP, along with Brockton Fire and Emergency Services, and Emergency Medical Services, r...
Members of the Kincardine and District Lions Club were on hand at two locations in the past couple of days, presenting donations to local programs. On the "Longest Day of Play" at Lions Park, the Lions presented the club's annual donation of $2,000 to the long-running Lions Inclusion Pla...
(GODERICH, ON) - An investigation, conducted by officers from the Huron-Perth OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), has resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and offence-related property, and two Huron County residents have been charged. The investigation led police to an indi...
Students at Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) were recognized for their achievements, at the annual awards assembly, held Thursday morning, June 18, at the school.The event opened with a performance by the senior music class, followed by the various subject awards. The students and...
Murray Fraser MacKinnon of Goderich, formerly of Lucknow and Ripley, died June 20, 2026, at the age of 71. Remembered with much love by his brothers, Jim (Anne) and David (Cathy); and by his sister, Mary (Jim) Frayne. He will be deeply missed by his nieces and nephews, Jack, Jennifer, S...
The annual Kincardine Scottish Festival and Highland Games is scheduled for July 3-5 in Victoria Park and Robinson Park, Kincardine. The event kicks off with the opening ceremonies, Friday night at 6:30 p.m., in Victoria Park. The line-up includes Schiehallion of Inverness, Scotland, fo...
The Smart Beach Light at Station Beach in Kincardine, is now up and running and was officially unveiled at a ceremony, June 12. “We’re proud to see this light in place at Station Beach and available for residents and visitors to use,” said mayor Kenneth Craig. “Th...
Although some wild animals may seem cute and friendly, Grey Bruce Public Health is reminding residents and visitors that the safest way to enjoy wildlife is from a distance. “Touching, feeding, petting, picking up, or caring for a wild animal can pose health risks,” says prog...