New Heritage plaque opens a window to the past
The Municipal Heritage Committee has again brought a little bit of history into the public's eye with another interpretive sign at the Rail Trail...
Southampton icon once a contentious issue
We recently received a query to revive an old story that we did in 2014 regarding Southampton's giant flag at the foot of High...
A step back in time
Like the song, "Little Brown Church in the Vale", Saugeen Township has the "Little White Church on the River".
After meeting in a barn, known...
The little Port Elgin train is officially for sale
Andy and Debbie Hess are disappointed that the Port Elgin and North Shore Railroad will not be operating this summer after running the train...
The little train on the beach appears to soon become a relic of the...
Saugeen Shores Town Chambers were filled to capacity at Monday night's Council meeting (June 25/18) as supporters of the Port Elgin Beach train continued...
Hurricane Hazel’s path left its mark on Southampton
This week, October 15th - 18th marks the anniversary of Hurricane Hazel as she swept through southwestern Ontario in 1954 leaving death and destruction...
Commemorative banners honour veterans
The next time you're walking along High Street in Southampton or Goderich Street in Port Elgin, look up and pause a moment. There on...
Plaque recognizes Southampton contribution to the Mosquito Bomber
While Sunday, July 2nd, continued Canada's 150th celebration weekend, it was also time for another celebration ... recognition of the World War II Mosquito...
Southampton business owner receives Heritage Conservation Award
The Municipal Heritage Committee of Saugeen Shores presented the 2012 Heritage Conservation Award to Walter Mackowski of Southampton at the special Town Council meeting...
A rare timepiece maintained by a rare watchmaker
For approximately 40 years, one man has kept time ticking on the clock ... Master Swiss trained watchmaker, Walter Mackowski of Vincent Jewelers in...
