FUNdraising continues despite Mother Nature

For the past 17 years, the Reindeer Romp has been donating to local community organizations that support the vulnerable populations in Saugeen Shores (Southampton...

A Christmas Eve message – No Room at the Inn

While a winter storm may stop everyone from getting together in person, it doesn't stop the story of Christmas from being told this Christmas...

December 24 – Winter storm closes all Bruce County roads

All Bruce County roads remained closed as winter storm continues and blustery winds along with snow squalls result in zero visibility.                  

Trick or Treat – you never know on Hallowe’en at Fairy lake

On Hallowe'en you never know what or who you will see in the forest of Fairy Lake. It was a perfect Hallowe'en night - Fairy...

Historic cannons in Pioneer Park moved to accommodate repair work

Moving historic cannons is no easy feat but, thanks to the Town of Saugeen Shores staff, the job was made easier for the Marine...

Tall ship sails into Southampton Harbour for a layover

A 'tall ship' sailed into Southampton harbour on Friday, July 15th, for a brief layover. The St. Lawrence II brigantine, one of the vessels of...

Storm Signal baskets an early predictor of weather on the Great Lakes

High above the trees on shore, woven baskets hang from poles ... the early weather predictors of a bygone era for sailors out on...

Sprawl and Highways are Ontario’s tar sands says reader

The following is an open letter to Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MP Alex Ruff and newly elected MPP Rick Byers. ----------------------------------------------------------- Dear Alex Ruff and Rick Byers, On June...

SVCA issues water safety statement due to heavy rains

The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority advises that the current forecasted precipitation from Monday June 6th to Tuesday June 7th is between 30 and 75...

New location but same quality service at Colorworks Express Autobody Centres

  Colorworks Express Autobody Centers has moved but the service remains the same. They are still bringing the small town vibes and class to every...

Marine Heritage Festival is back for 2022

Marine Heritage Festival is back for 2022! After two years of hiatus due to COVID, summer plans for the Marine Heritage Society are bigger and...

A generations-old May 24 tradition carries on despite the weather

The generations-old tradition of 'May 24' rafting down the Saugeen River carried on despite the weather. Each year, Bruce County young people build home-made rafts,...

Out and About – A gem on Lake Huron’s waterfront

One of the gems of the Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores) waterfront is North Shore Park with unparalleled views of Great Lake Huron. On a warm...

Watershed conditions update: FLOOD OUTLOOK

Forecast rainfall will further elevate water levels across the watershed over the next few days. A Texas low will be moving through Southern Ontario today,...