Commonwealth Day began with Canada
Today, the second Monday in March, is officially Commonwealth Day.
In 1958, what was known as Empire Day was renamed Commonwealth Day, in accordance with...
“TAKE A WALK” and view the homes of a by-gone era
When it comes to the beautiful homes of the Victorian era, Southampton and Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores), are in bountiful supply.
From the 1860’s until...
Shrove Tuesday – a day for indulging on pancakes
Shrove Tuesday, the day preceding Ash Wednesday or the first day of Lent for many Christians of all denominations, is also known as 'Pancake'...
Put your thinking caps on for Trivia Night at the Museum
Put your thinking caps on and join us for a fast-paced, fun night of trivia hosted by Quizmaster Ross Docherty! Test your random knowledge of...
Reader in Germany weighs in on plans for Southampton heritage Rectory
To the Editor:
Southampton Rectory
My name is Daniela Klewitz from Germany and I have been visiting Southampton for a few years now and I heard...
Chantry Centre holds winter at bay
During the winter months, there are many 'seniors' in Saugeen Shores who do not travel south or to warmer climes. Instead, although they remain...
A family fun day at Bruce County Museum
Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre (BCM&CC) was a beehive of activity on Monday, February 18th, Family Day.
With activities for every age, particularly children,...
Mowbray’s Canadian Tire – a family that gives back to the community
A family owned-and-operated business, Mowbray's Canadian Tire in Port Elgin has become an integral part of the community since they first opened their store...
Flag Day – Carrying on the tradition
Doug Johnson was not only a lifetime member of the Propeller Club in Southampton, he was also known as a flag expert with a...
Once Upon a Time: “Captain Frank’s Courtship: Part Two”
To read Part One: Click Here
Born in 1856, Frank Granville (Gonneville) was raised in Southampton. Widowed in 1894, he was left with three small...
Robbie Burns – a celebration of Scotland’s Bard
Despite blizzard conditions, it was a full-house at St. John's Anglican Church in Port Elgin for the annual Robbie Burns dinner celebrating the Bard...
New Council reverses closure decision
"This morning, Grey County council voted to rescind the decision to close Grey Gables. I’m pleased by the direction taken by our new County...
A birthday celebration for Scotland’s son, the bard Robbie Burns
Bruce County ... a region filled with Scottish heritage and, here, as in other parts of the world, Robbie (Rabbie) Burns, Scotland's favourite son, is...
Once Upon a Time: ‘Captain Frank’s Courtship’
“CAPTAIN FRANK”S COURTSHIP”
Born in 1856, Frank Granville (Gonneville), a well-known captain of the Great lake schooners, “Ontario” and “Hattie Hutt,” was raised in Southampton....
