Category: Kincardine News
Laundromat fire leaves service gap in Kincardine
Local social service agencies are working together to support access to laundry services after a fire demolished a Kincardine laundromat. “Having lost a property of my own to a fire, I can only imagine how challenging and disruptive this must be for the business owners and those who utilized their facilities,” said municipal councillor Beth […]
Structure fire delays, but doesn’t deter Kincardine Scottish Festival
Organizers say the 25th anniversary of the Kincardine Scottish Festival was a success despite getting off to a rough start. “We were pleasantly surprised at the attendance, even given the tragic circumstances on Saturday morning,” said Kristine McMahon, festival director-at-large, on July 8. “We had amazing numbers all weekend long, and when the parade was […]
Podcaster, Owen Sound Attack launching minor hockey incentive program
A local podcaster is hoping to shed light on what he says is the true value of minor hockey. “Too many people look at hockey and just think you’ve got to win, but hockey’s not really about hockey,” said Chuck Bastie, host of Chuck’s World of Infinite Mojo, a podcast about hockey and all spinoffs […]
Scottish festival start delayed, parade cancelled due to structure fire
The 25th anniversary of the Kincardine Scottish Festival got off to a rough start Saturday morning. Just after 10 a.m., organizers announced the massed pipe band parade slated to begin at 11 a.m. had been cancelled and the opening of the gates at Victoria Park was being delayed as emergency services worked to extinguish a […]
Battler garden a highlight of ‘Through the Garden Gate’ tour
Keith and Linda Battler’s beautiful garden is sure to keep you in awe as you visit their one-acre property on this year’s garden tour. “Through the Garden Gate” is the Kincardine Horticultural Society’s premiere summer event, being held Sunday, July 14 from noon until 4 p.m. Tickets are available at Accents or Wilder & Rain […]
Ripley youth group tackles frog catching during pond adventure
Warm and sunny June weather greeted members of the Ripley and District Horticultural Society’s “For our Youth” (FOY) club as we met at our special June location: Pine River Watershed’s McLarty Environmental Study Area, located just outside of Ripley. With trails, two wetland ponds, handy picnic tables and an incredible variety of trees, it was […]
Tag Days raise more than $12K for Kincardine hospital
The South Bruce Grey Health Centre Kincardine Hospital Auxiliary held their annual Tag Days on Thursday, June 27 and Friday, June 28 with amazing results once again. This year’s fantastic total was $12,387.40. Our stations were set up at Sobeys, No Frills, Canadian Tire, LCBO and Home Hardware and this wonderfully-supportive community filled our shiny bed […]
Kincardine emergency department named after $1-million donors
It was a very special Canada Day in Kincardine as a donation of $1 million toward the redevelopment of the local hospital was announced. “We want to express our sincere gratitude for this generous donation that supports the vision of modern, accessible health care for everyone close to home,” said Becky Fair, president of the […]
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 […]