Lives behind the Commemorative Banners: Part 4 – Saugeen Township
The story of veteran Gordon Cummings had long eluded war historian, William (Bill) Streeter of Southampton until 2017.
Gordon Cummings was born on December 13th,...
OMHA and Dairy Farmers award post-secondary bursaries to exceptional young athletes
Five high school graduates, who made a big impact in their schools and in their communities, are being recognized for their academic excellence, minor...
Lives behind the Commemorative Banners: Part 3 – Southampton
In Part 3 of the Lives behind the Commemorative Banners, historian Bill Streeter talks about two young Southampton men who went off to war...
A virtual Learning About Treaties Recognition Week in Bruce County
The first week of November is “Treaties Recognition Week” - a week designated to learning more about treaty rights and responsibilities in Ontario. Each...
Lives behind the Commemorative Banners: Part 2 – Port Elgin
This year, 2020, is the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. In commemoration, we wanted to honour those of Bruce County...
Saugeen Shores officially appoints a new CAO
Saugeen Shores Council has passed a bylaw to appoint Kara Van Myall as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town of Saugeen Shores.
Van Myall...
The Lives behind the Commemorative Banners – Part 1
As November 11th approaches, the commemorative banners throughout Southampton and Port Elgin take on a special meaning but, so few know the lives behind...
Local Moms take part in 100MillionMomsMarch to voice concerns
The numbers may have been small but local mothers of Saugeen Shores exercised their vocal concerns loud and clear.
On Saturday, October 24th, with children...
Pot-belly pigs and friends live out their lives at Carroll’s
Carroll's Animal Sanctuary and Rescue ~ Live – Love – Safe ~
When Cynthia and Jennifer, both with...
David Archibald – Rocks of Tobermory
For many in Southampton, the 'Rocks of Tobermory' by David Archibald, has become a popular song that rings close to home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N85NC-P4RNw&feature=emb_title
Southampton Rotary taking action on World Polio Day and dedicates new garden
The Rotary Club of Southampton will mark historic progress toward a polio-free world while urging the community to help end the paralyzing disease.
This event...
Once Upon a Time: Memories of Home – Part 2
In January of 1980, Margaret MacDougall shared with Jessie MacKinnon her fascinating story of growing up in Kincardine Township around the beginning of the...
Capturing the late blooms of Fall
While Fall is often thought of as colourful leaves, many flowers show their best in the autumn with cooler temperatures and for many insects...
Local Food Banks benefit from Power Workers’ Union Equity Fund
The Power Workers’ Union (PWU) has again announced that it is donating a total of $18,000 to 18 local Food Banks in the Grey-Bruce-Huron...
