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 includes access to quality health […]
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 includes access to quality health […]
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By Joshua Kim

Following the passing of new legislation by the Illinois General Assembly, the Regional Transport Authority, soon to be the Northern Illinois Transit Agency, will receive an additional $1.2 billion for its annual budget this year. The additional funding will be used to improve “frequency, reliability, and safety”

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By Joshua Kim

Following the passing of new legislation by the Illinois General Assembly, the Regional Transport Authority, soon to be the Northern Illinois Transit Agency, will receive an additional $1.2 billion for its annual budget this year. The additional funding will be used to improve “frequency, reliability, and safety”

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Applications are now open for eligible businesses, property owners and community partners to revitalize and grow through Bruce County’s Spruce the Bruce program. “Spruce the Bruce helps build vibrant, welcoming and inclusive communities,” Heather Hyde, Bruce County’s economic development manager, said in a news release. “This diverse program also supports our agricultural and tourism sectors […]
Applications are now open for eligible businesses, property owners and community partners to revitalize and grow through Bruce County’s Spruce the Bruce program. “Spruce the Bruce helps build vibrant, welcoming and inclusive communities,” Heather Hyde, Bruce County’s economic development manager, said in a news release. “This diverse program also supports our agricultural and tourism sectors […]
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Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions Club have announced the continuation of Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw, which has raised more than $600,000 for community projects and hospice care. “We are grateful for the strong community support that has made Catch the Ace such a success,” said Cathy Herbert, Huron Shores […]
Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions Club have announced the continuation of Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw, which has raised more than $600,000 for community projects and hospice care. “We are grateful for the strong community support that has made Catch the Ace such a success,” said Cathy Herbert, Huron Shores […]
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Community Living Kincardine and District’s All Kids Can Play training program is now available online – free of charge and on-demand. “Local families and children with disabilities have shared that a key barrier to accessing recreation programs is a lack of knowledge about how to include those with intellectual and physical disabilities,” Community Living said […]
Community Living Kincardine and District’s All Kids Can Play training program is now available online – free of charge and on-demand. “Local families and children with disabilities have shared that a key barrier to accessing recreation programs is a lack of knowledge about how to include those with intellectual and physical disabilities,” Community Living said […]
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The event brings the traditions of Lunar New Year to life with activities and demonstrations for all ages.
The event brings the traditions of Lunar New Year to life with activities and demonstrations for all ages.
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(By Liz Small) The Kincardine Legion and the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation (KCHCF) have joined forces with a fundraising initiative. To read the entire article and see the … Continue reading Kincardine Legion and hospital foundation go all in with new fundraiser →
(By Liz Small) The Kincardine Legion and the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation (KCHCF) have joined forces with a fundraising initiative. To read the entire article and see the … Continue reading Kincardine Legion and hospital foundation go all in with new fundraiser →
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(By Township of Huron-Kinloss) The 2026 municipal budget for the Township of Huron-Kinloss has been finalized and deemed adopted, resulting in a four per cent tax rate increase. To read … Continue reading Huron-Kinloss Township 2026 budget accepted →
(By Township of Huron-Kinloss) The 2026 municipal budget for the Township of Huron-Kinloss has been finalized and deemed adopted, resulting in a four per cent tax rate increase. To read … Continue reading Huron-Kinloss Township 2026 budget accepted →
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An upcoming icy dip in Kincardine aims to raise $10,000 for Special Olympians. “I think this is a phenomenal event to bring community together. Especially individuals who may not otherwise connect,” organizer Haydon Armstrong said of Kincardine’s second annual Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics Ontario. “We have an incredibly caring and giving community. […]
An upcoming icy dip in Kincardine aims to raise $10,000 for Special Olympians. “I think this is a phenomenal event to bring community together. Especially individuals who may not otherwise connect,” organizer Haydon Armstrong said of Kincardine’s second annual Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics Ontario. “We have an incredibly caring and giving community. […]
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By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov

New U-M survey finds only about 5% of rural Michigan residents say they would choose an electric vehicle as their next car. Researchers attribute much of that reluctance to misinformation about the availability of public chargers and the cost of EVs and replacement batteries. The Whitmer administration is pushing to expand electric vehicle use to meet climate and clean energy goals.

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By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov

New U-M survey finds only about 5% of rural Michigan residents say they would choose an electric vehicle as their next car. Researchers attribute much of that reluctance to misinformation about the availability of public chargers and the cost of EVs and replacement batteries. The Whitmer administration is pushing to expand electric vehicle use to meet climate and clean energy goals.

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