Tag: Canada
Could wildfire smoke change the flavor of wine grapes in northern Michigan?
Grape growers and experts in northern Michigan say “smoke taint” from this month’s hazy skies isn’t an immediate threat, but is likely a new impact of volatile weather that the industry might need to adapt to.
Steve Nease cartoon, July 30, 2026
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Owen Sound pledges $100,000 to support city’s Georgian campus
Owen Sound is to pledge $100,000 to Georgian College in support of the post-secondary institution’s commitment to the community. On Monday, council passed a motion introduced by Mayor Ian Boddy to enter into a funding agreement with the college for the transfer of $100,000 payable in installments over the next four years beginning in 2027, […]
Funding sought to make Neighbourhood Response Team year-round
Safe ‘N Sound is hoping to make its Neighbourhood Response Team a year-round initiative. Safe ‘N Sound Executive Director Annette Pedlar was at Owen Sound council on Monday along with NRT outreach worker Karen Wheeler, where they shared details about the team’s work over the winter months. Owen Sound council agreed to provide a letter […]
Safe ‘n Sound emergency shelter being renovated for fall opening
Renovations are well underway at Safe ‘N Sound’s emergency homeless shelter in Owen Sound, with it on track to open on November 1. But during an update at Owen Sound city council on Monday about the facility at 612 2nd Ave. E., concerns were raised by council members about ensuring there was enough communication with […]