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SweetWater’s Next Wave program showcases talented youth

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A unique program of the annual SweetWater Music Festival aims to both provide experience for young artists and build the classical music community in the area.  While the festival’s Next Wave program is providing performance opportunities for young artists, program advisor Bridget Walsh said Saturday it is also about inviting and welcoming others into the […]

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Airport drops Bishop, Owen Sound from new name

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The once Owen Sound-owned airport east of the city has a new name: Major-General Richard Rohmer Meaford International Airport.  The new name accomplishes a few things, airport owner Rick Horwath said at an opening ceremony to announce the new name, tout airport revitalization efforts and to promote aviation.  While the Owen Sound Billy Bishop Regional […]

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SweetWater Gala concert Wednesday kicks off festival

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The SweetWater Gala chamber music concert at Grey Roots kicks off this year’s Sweetwater Music Festival concert series Wednesday, Sept. 11.  The festival runs through Sunday, Sept. 15 with some paid-admission concerts, while other concerts and events will be offered for free.  Thursday’s concert at 7 p.m. at the Harmony Centre in Owen Sound features […]