Pumpkinfest weigh-in winners
When it comes to Pumpkinfest in Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores), one of the most exciting events is the annual weigh-off of giant pumpkins and...
New modular park development approved by Council
Seasonal residents of New Fairways Campground located immediately south of Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores) are angry. For some, the park has been a summer...
Volunteers turn out for year three of TD Tree Day
Almost 20 volunteers met on Sunday to plant trees along the Rail Trail.
On September 22nd, several volunteers planted 150 trees thanks to TD Friends...
Walk-it for Parkinson’s breaks local fundraising record
More than 60 people turned out at Sunday's 'Walk-it for Parkinson's' in Port Elgin's Northshore Park.
Not only did they turn out for the walk,...
New energy rebate program on appliances now in effect
On June 20, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) introduced the Energy Savings Rebate Program with the goal of making energy-efficient products more accessible to...
August – the month for Monarch butterflies
August is the winding down of summer and, for some insects, it's a time when having stocked up on food, the result is a...
Butterfly tagging begins in Saugeen Shores – Adios Amigos
August in Saugeen Shores is a busy time and, for butterfly enthusiasts, it's the time to begin tagging.
On Saturday, August 16th, volunteers of all...
First ‘Veg Fest’ a success
The first 'Veg Fest', ever held in Saugeen Shores, on Saturday, July 13th was a popular event that showed the interest that exists in...
Nature photographer has an unusual visitor in her yard
He's a handsome fellow clad in brilliant blue and Kristen Shaw-Beaupre has been fortunate enough to have this Indigo Bunting visiting in her backyard.
Shaw-Beaupre...
SDSS horticulture program impacts the entire community
When it comes to learning about nature and how the world of plants plays an integral role in life, Saugeen District Secondary School (SDSS)...
Hang a basket for health care – 4 Day Sale Only
Southampton Foodland's new owner, Martino Catalano, understands the importance of having health care close to home.
That's why he is holding an early season sale...
50th Annual Southampton Craft Show is coming to a new location for 2019!
LOCATION CHANGE FOR 2019
The Plex in Port Elgin
The 50th Annual Southampton Craft Show is gearing up to showcase over 120 vendors’...
Roofing collapse at Square Deal Neil’s new build
Square Deal Neil's new building has had a bit of a 'falling out" or in, when part of the newly constructed roofing trusses collapsed...
Southampton Foodland has a new owner
Following the retirement of owners, Don and Mary Lynn Hart, Southampton Foodland has a new owner, Martino Catalano.
Born and raised in Hanover, Catalano comes...
