Category: Kincardine News
Protestors and police feature at hospital organization’s AGM in Walkerton
When Jana White and a few dozen other people disappointed in their local hospital organization arrived at the Best Western Plus parking lot in Walkerton to protest on the evening of June 26, a police officer greeted them and asked them to vacate the area. White said the Save the Durham Hospital committee protestors made […]
Cruise Nights making return to downtown Kincardine this weekend
Cruise Nights are returning to downtown Kincardine this summer. On the Friday night of each long weekend over the summer, beginning June 28, Queen Street will be lined with classic cars, special interest vehicles and motorcycles. The events are free for both spectators and participants with participating vehicles being registered on arrival. A 50/50 draw […]
United Way Bruce Grey opens registration for backpack program
Registration is now open for United Way Bruce Grey’s annual backpack program, which provides school supplies for low-income families across the region. “Education is a critical pathway out of poverty. By providing these essential school supplies, we are helping to remove barriers and give every child the opportunity to succeed in school,” said Francesca Dobbyn, […]
Kincardine Scottish Festival celebrates 25th anniversary, July 5 to 7
The final countdown to the Kincardine Scottish Festival’s 25th anniversary celebration is on. From July 5 to 7, the festival is once again being held at Victoria Park with the heavy athletics competition taking place at nearby Robinson Park. Opening ceremonies begin at 7 p.m. on July 5 featuring the Highland Creek Pipe Band with […]
Kincardine church collecting items for humanitarian relief kits
This summer, Bluewater Church in Kincardine is partnering with Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) to gather items for hygiene relief kits. Each year, MCC distributes thousands of these kits to areas around the world experiencing humanitarian crises. According to the church, more than 80,000 kits have been shipped to El Salvador, Guatemala, Malawi, Puerto Rico and […]