The Kincardine legion and the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation are partnering to launch a new charitable lottery in support of local healthcare. “The Legion is dedicated to serving veterans and their families, and to ensuring that they have the support and services they need throughout their lives. That
By Joshua Kim
“Chicago Transit Hikes," a new book by Lindsay Welbers, aims to help Chicago residents and visitors reach outdoor recreation sites car-free.
The post Book helps residents, visitors, use Chicago’s public transit to access recreational sites first appeared on Great Lakes Echo. Community Living Kincardine and District (CLKD) is once again promoting inclusivity in the community through its Lots of Socks window display competition, now in its 11th year. Businesses, schools, and organizations are invited to decorate their windows with brightly coloured socks for a chance to win the coveted Golden Sock
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira
A recent study examines how solar projects could be planned in ways that benefit rural communities without significantly increasing electricity costs.
The post Solar projects bring larger economic gains to smaller communities, study shows first appeared on Great Lakes Echo. McQuail and his wife Fran are organic farmers who helped start what is now known as the Ecological Farmer's Association of Ontario.
Leaders from across the province gathered in Toronto from Jan. 18 to 20 for the annual Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference, including members of Bruce County council and staff. “The Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference is a fantastic event where we can showcase what makes Bruce County unique. We
Do you have a child in your life who might be interested in horticulture? Nature activities? Cooking, baking, preserving and canning? Gardening? Horticulture themed crafts and making new friends? If you answered yes to any of these questions, did you know there is a local club for children ages six
The Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation recently unveiled its newest fundraising initiative, the Lighthouse-to-Lighthouse Half Marathon & 5K. “This run is more than a race—it’s a statement about who we are as a community,” said Becky Fair, president of the foundation, in a Jan. 21 news release. “Every step
By Anna Ironside
Caroline Miller is a botanical technologist at Michigan State University’s W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, as well as a master’s student. Her work has made her a driving force behind restoration projects on campus and beyond. From invasive species removal days to a growing movement to replace traditional turf lawns with