A well-deserved Heritage award to a recipient passionate about the past
It would be difficult to find anyone who is more passionate about history, particularly local history, than William (Bill) Streeter of Southampton and, at...
Support local business this holiday season
It's that time of year again, when Christmas shopping begins. Shop local whenever possible as the people in these businesses are friends and neighbours...
We shall Remember Them: The Women Who Went to War
From two presentations given by Bill Streeter to the Port Elgin Men's Probus Club and the Chantry Centre of Southampton
As we head toward Remembrance...
G. C. Huston youth to have art displayed in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario
In October, nine G. C. Huston Public School students had their art submitted by Vice-Principal Patricia Holm and Anishaabemowin teacher, Marilyn Root, for possible...
New Perspectives: A Senior Moment – “REMEMBERING”
Without warning, the cannon suddenly blasted with an ear-throbbing roar behind the assembled crowd. Some turned abruptly to see a wisp of smoke still...
Southampton Remembrance Day to host Canadian Forces in salute
On Remembrance Day, November 11, 2018 in Southampton, 100 soldiers of ‘C’ Company from Canadian Forces Base (4CDTC) in Meaford, ON signified the 100...
Chantry Centre seniors enjoy ancient Chinese tile game
The Chinese tile game Mahjong, that dates back to the mid-1800s, and perhaps before, has come to Southampton. The Chantry Centre has a large...
G. C. Huston Hawks make a difference
G. C. Huston Public School in Southampton continues to teach students to care about their community.
Photos submitted by Teacher, Mrs. Johnston
This year, the ME-to-WE...
Probus holds annual Remembrance Day meeting
As the country heads toward Remembrance Day can be a somber time, but it can also be a celebration of history and the men...
Mission Zimbabwe Harvest Dinner & Auction far exceeds expectations
The Mission Zimbabwe Project’s Harvest Dinner and Auction was held on Saturday, November 2nd at Cedar Rail Camp near Chesley where 220 people attended...
Retired teachers hold annual Alzheimer’s Coffee Break
For the second year, retired teachers of Saugeen Shores got together for a 'Coffee Break'.
'Coffee Break' is the Alzheimer Society's major nationwide annual fundraiser...
Through the portal of time – Southampton
Part One of a three-part series by Larry McIntosh
For thousands of years the area around the Saugeen River was a fertile valley favourable to...
Annual Saugeen Shores Heritage Conservation Award
Mr. G. William 'Bill' Streeter has been selected as this year's recipient of the Saugeen Shores Heritage Conservation Award, sponsored by the Saugeen Shores...
Grannies’ first Angel Tea a sold-out fundraiser
On Saturday, November 2nd, the Grannies of Saugeen Shores held their first 'Angel Tea' in support of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign begun by Canadian...
