Tag: Community
Flooding fears latest flashpoint in south London infill frustrations
A 28-unit townhouse complex proposed on Upper Queen Street could aggravate area storm runoff and flooding issues, some residents fear.
Sunflower maze a way to give back to community
Well-known for their bird seed mixes, the Braggs not only grow Black Oil Sunflower seeds but also buy from others in order to meet market demand
There’s a vaccine to prevent cancer. Fewer than half of Michigan teens have it | Bridge Michigan
Children receiving care at public health facilities such as community clinics are less likely to receive the HPV vaccine, increasing their odds of developing cervical and oral cancers, according to a new study. Busy doctors and patient demographics may explain why, experts say….
Grey-Bruce athletes dazzle at Owen Sound triathlon
Athletes from across Grey-Bruce put their stamp on the Owen Sound Subaru Triathlon at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park on Sunday. The local area was well represented at this year’s event, which included Olympic- and sprint-distance triathlons, duathlons, swim-bike events and relay races, and many were standing on the podium after crossing the finish line. […]
Global issue, local fallout: New report outlines impact of climate change
The number of annual “heat days” in Oxford and Elgin counties â when temperatures exceed 32 C â could increase from the current single-digit level to more than 50 in the 2080s, a new report says. Southwestern Public Health â the health unit for Oxford and Elgin counties including St. Thomas and Woodstock â worked […]