March, 1945 – The Canadian Army frees the Netherlands: Part 1

In March 1945, after several hard-fought battles, the Canadian Army freed the Netherlands.  On this 75th anniversary, we are pleased to be able to...

March 1st – St. David’s Day, a day of celebration for the Welsh

My old friend, Doug Johnson (no 't'), always kept me on my toes when it came to special days such as 'Flag Day', 'Robbie...

Taking a look at Leap Year day 2020

Today, February 29th, only happens every four years in what is a Leap Year day. It is a date added to most years that...

Adventure Talk Series – Lunatic: Life begins at the end of your comfort zone

On February 26th, be captivated by the beautiful photos of Ian Evans as he presents 'Lunatic: Life begins at the end of your comfort...

Once Upon a Time – Making Maple Syrup in 1905

Making Maple Syrup - 1905 Arthur Alexander recalled late-winter days long ago in Bruce County, a time when farmers harvested their sweet “first crop of...

MPP Thompson announces two museum grants

Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson celebrated Ontario Heritage Week (Feb. 17-23) by presenting cheques to two local museums totaling $135,036. “We have a rich history here...

Shopping with a difference at the ‘Green Boutique’

Southampton has long needed a 'thrift' shop where gently used items are recycled and re-used. Southampton United Church has stepped into the breach and answered...

Saugeen Youth organize march in support of Wet’Suwet’en

The Wet'suwet'en movement has come to Bruce County as the Youth of Saugeen First Nation (SON) held a mini-protest in support of those in...

Anishnaabwe Endaat “Where We Live” Exhibition Receives Ontario Heritage Trust Award

More than three years ago Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) and Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) began a journey to create a new...

Brucelea Haven Directors Referrals Cleared

The Provincial Ministry of Long-term Care facilities has cleared Bruce County's Brucelea Haven's Directors Referrals, following three orders that stopped admissions in July, 2019.     In...

Local resident celebrates birthday in building she helped save

February 17th was not only Family Day, it was also a surprise birthday tea for Vicki Pickup of Southampton at the Chantry Centre.   Family and...

Friends of MacGregor hosting Family hot dog roast FUNdraiser

Is it true that food tastes better outside, especially outside over a campfire? Now is your chance to find out when Friends of MacGregor...

Take a travel adventure without leaving home starting tomorrow

Are you looking for a way to beat the winter blahs? Join the Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre starting tomorrow February 12th for...

Saugeen Shores Council approves 50 year lease for beach development

Saugeen Shores Council approved, at its Monday night meeting, the lease agreement for Cedar Crescent Village (CCV) development to be located at Port Elgin...