The Weedflower, a book by Kincardine author Elizabeth Davaze, is nominated in the Forest of Reading program now offered by Bruce County Public Library (BCPL). “The Forest of Reading is a great opportunity for our patrons to connect with Canadian stories and discover new authors,” BCPL program co-ordinator Nancy Kuhl said in a news release. “We’re […]
(By Liz Small) A Bruce County woman is set to make her debut in the Blyth Festival Theatre’s newest production – “A Huron County Christmas Carol”, which opened this week. … Continue reading Curtain set to rise on Bruce County actor
The new Bruce County Cultural Directory bridges the gap between those who offer creative services and those who need them.
Bruce Power has launched its annual online fundraiser for numerous toy drive and hamper programs that support hundreds of local families during the holidays. The fundraiser, organized in conjunction with the United Way of Bruce Grey, is raising money for: Beaver Valley Outreach Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation Dorrell Young Christmas Program, Bruce County […]
Ted Barris, acclaimed historian and author, is highlighting the contributions of Canadian airmen during the Battle of Britain as part of an upcoming appearance at the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre in Port Elgin ahead of Remembrance Day. On Nov. 8, Barris will mark the 85th anniversary of the battle with a presentation on […]
Historian and author Ted Barris will help mark Remembrance Day at Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre Nov. 8 to celebrate the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Members of the South Bruce branch of the Retired Women Teachers of Ontario/Organization des eneignantes retraitées de l’Ontario (RWTO/OERO) met at the Ripley-Huron legion hall on Oct. 15 for their fall meeting. Ever mindful of the needs of the community, particularly women, the ladies brought donations for personal hygiene products, which were given to the […]
Did you hear the one about the pioneer who walked his dinner home? That would be the first settler in the eastern part of Arran Township, David Chalmers, a bachelor and a bit wet behind the ears. It was back in 1851, before Arran was surveyed into farm lots. Historian Norman Robertson tells the story, […]
The first meeting of the fall season of the Ripley and District Horticultural Society (RDHS) took place at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre, Sept. 17. The group welcomed Amanda Saxton and Kim Armitage of Kincardine Environmental Action Network (KEAN), a group dedicated to promoting sustainable living practices and finding solutions that benefit both their community and […]
The Lucknow Sentinel
OCT. 4 Wing night: Lucknow legion, 477 Inglis St. Wings served from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Branch is open until midnight. Entertainment to be announced. OCT. 5 The Message – A Concert in Support of Canada’s Veterans: Lucknow legion, 477 Inglis St. From 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and […]
It was 1940, a time of national emergency. At the start of the Second World War, Hitler’s army ruthlessly swept across western Europe. Britain suffered devastating bombing raids and food shortages due to German blockades. Canadian farms would have to supply hundreds of thousands of tons of food to feed the troops and the starving […]
The Ontario government is investing $242,796.09 over two years to support the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) led by South Bruce OPP. “This grant will enable the OPP to expand its Mobile Crisis Response Teams across the province, allowing us to improve pathways and connections to necessary services for those experiencing crisis. When police and […]