All Wheel Park construction underway in Kincardine

All Wheel Park construction underway in Kincardine
Kincardine News
Construction of Kincardine’s new All Wheel Park has officially begun. The recreational space is part of a long-term plan the Kincardine and District Lions Club originally presented to council in 2011, which included repurposing the existing skate park and constructing the new 7,000 square foot recreational space designed for “all
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For some council members, the door isn’t shut on a new city hall site in London

For some council members, the door isn’t shut on a new city hall site in London
The London Free Press
Nearly two years after pouring cold water on the idea, several city council members are resurfacing the thought of evaluating other land to house a new city hall after a failed pre-bidding process to redevelop the current site. City politicians were presented Thursday with a review of what went wrong
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Replacement announced for retiring Kincardine doctor

Replacement announced for retiring Kincardine doctor
Kincardine News
Dr. Maimoona Altaf has officially signed on to serve the patients of a longtime Kincardine physician set to retire on July 1. On May 21, the Municipality of Kincardine (MOK) announced Altaf is taking over for Dr. Gary Gurbin, whose retirement after 60 years of service was announced on May
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New chief administrative officer announced in Kincardine

New chief administrative officer announced in Kincardine
Kincardine News
A new chief administrative officer (CAO) is set to take the helm in Kincardine this July. “We are very pleased to welcome Alan Smith to Kincardine,” said Mayor Kenneth Craig in a May 13 news release. “His extensive experience in municipal leadership, combined with his collaborative approach and commitment to
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Brookside P.S. council receives ACW Outstanding Community Group Award

Brookside P.S. council receives ACW Outstanding Community Group Award
The Lucknow Sentinel
The Brookside Public School community is celebrating a well‑deserved honour for one of its most dedicated supporters. The Brookside Public School council has been named the recipient of the Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (ACW) Outstanding Community Group Award, recognizing the council’s tireless commitment to students, families, and the wider community. The award highlights
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Hinchberger appointed as Kincardine’s new deputy mayor

Hinchberger appointed as Kincardine’s new deputy mayor
Kincardine News
Coun. Mike Hinchberger is stepping into the role of deputy mayor in Kincardine. The position was officially declared vacant during the April 22 meeting of council following the resignation of Andrea Clarke on April 13. Clarke is moving on to a deputy judge position. During the April 22 meeting, both
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Grants will boost research on PFAS contamination of farmland

Grants will boost research on PFAS contamination of farmland
Great Lakes Echo
By Karlee VanAntwerp The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will give out $400,000 in grants for research about PFAS on farmlands and livestock.
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Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection

Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection
Great Lakes Echo
By Riley Wilson Climate change, invasive species and other human-driven pressures are among the leading causes of declining freshwater health in the Great Lakes, the National Wildlife Federation reports. There's a growing need for community engagement to protect the lakes, one study finds.
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No significant damage caused during flooding in Lucknow

No significant damage caused during flooding in Lucknow
The Lucknow Sentinel
Heavy rainfall and spring thaw caused significant flooding in Lucknow recently, but the Township said the influx of water didn’t cause any lasting effects to municipally owned property. “No significant damage to roads or municipal buildings has been reported,” John Yungblut, Huron-Kinloss’ director of public works, in an email, noting
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Green energy boosters stress long-term savings

Green energy boosters stress long-term savings
Great Lakes Echo

By Madison Merrell

Upfront costs of clean energy projects such as wind and solar may be high but the long-term savings on fuel and increased reliability more than offset those initial costs, experts say.

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