Tag: Community
Owen Sound officer receives Ontario Medal for Police Bravery
An Owen Sound police officer’s lifesaving actions has earned him the Province of Ontario’s highest honour for police bravery. Sgt. Josh Gurney is one of 15 police officers awarded the 2024 Ontario Medal for Police Bravery on Monday evening, in recognition of acts of extraordinary courage and bravery. At the same time, nine firefighters received […]
Salvation Army launches 2025 Christmas Kettle Campaign
GODERICH – The Salvation Army Suncoast Citadel officially launched its 2025 Christmas Kettle Campaign at Zehrs on Friday, Nov 14, with Zehrs’ assistant manager Dan Menchenton. The Christmas Kettle Campaign, which runs until Wednesday, Dec. 24, includes Christmas Kettles located in stores around Goderich, Clinton and Kincardine. Money raised during the campaign stays local, helping […]
The magic of Christmas returns to Meaford next week
It’s been four decades since Canadian film director Phillip Borsos shot parts of Disney’s One Magic Christmas in Meaford, and the town is feeling nostalgic. Next week, the Municipality of Meaford is celebrating 40 years of One Magic Christmas with a tree-lighting ceremony, a film-inspired wreath contest and a movie screening. On Thursday, Dec. 4, […]
Does Owen Sound need market studies to protect downtown anymore?
City council asked for a report about whether keep the status quo, or set a size threshold requirement for a market study, or eliminate the study.
Chippewas of Nawash chief resigns citing medical reasons
Chippewas of Nawash Chief Darlene Johnston is resigning just months into a two-year term, citing medical reasons. “Today, I resigned from my position as your chief, effective immediately, due to medical reasons. In my absence, several councillors have taken turns serving as acting chief. I thank them for demonstrating their commitment to our community by […]