Author: Clean Technica
Job seekers, employers mix and match at job fair Thursday
Ryan Preece visited a job fair in Owen Sound Thursday with hopes of finding more than just a job. He said he moved to Owen Sound from Kitchener because houses were cheaper by half two years ago. But COVID-19 concerns these past two years limited his job search. He has a job in security and […]
Firefighters put out electrical room fire at former Tenneco building
Fire caused extensive damage to electrical equipment in the main electrical room of the former Tenneco factory building Wednesday night but no one was hurt. The former Tenneco building, at 1800 17th Street East in Owen Sound, is partially occupied by the green hydrogen research and development firm, Hydrogen Optimized. Fire crews responded to a […]
Meaford likely moving to online permit model for all open-air fires
Fire bowl, roasting spit, chiminea, backyard pit . . . Meaford will let you start a fire, but with a permit ensuring residents are safe while backyard burning. At a March 14 meeting, Meaford’s committee of the whole recommended council enact a new bylaw regulating all open-air burning in the municipality including small backyard fires. […]
Improvements coming to Putt ‘n Paddle in Harrison Park
The Putt ‘n Paddle, a Harrison Park landmark for years, will be upgraded over the life of a new lease agreement endorsed by city council Monday night. The miniature golf, paddle boat and canoe rental business has been operated by Chase, Roger and Cathy Amyot for years. This new 10-year agreement follows the their previous […]
Grey County Kiwanis Festival of Music back in virtual format
The Grey County Kiwanis Festival of Music is back in a virtual format for a second straight year as it celebrates its 90th anniversary. Approximately 200 local children and youth have registered for this year’s festival, which will be adjudicated this year from April 4 to 14. The event will be capped off again with […]