Land purchase approved for new Kincardine school

Land purchase approved for new Kincardine school
Kincardine News
Progress continues on the Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) replacement build project with another significant milestone reached. “We are extremely thankful to the Ministry of Education for approving our request for Land Priorities funding to support the location of the new KDSS,” said Andrew Low, superintendent of business services and treasurer for Bluewater District School […]
Progress continues on the Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS) replacement build project with another significant milestone reached. “We are extremely thankful to the Ministry of Education for approving our request for Land Priorities funding to support the location of the new KDSS,” said Andrew Low, superintendent of business services and treasurer for Bluewater District School […]
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From otters to butterflies: How Minnesota became a pioneer in nongame wildlife conservation

From otters to butterflies: How Minnesota became a pioneer in nongame wildlife conservation
Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva

In the late 1970s, when most wildlife conservation programs in the United States focused almost exclusively on game species, a quiet but historic shift began in Minnesota. It was here that one of the nation’s first state programs dedicated to protecting so-called nongame wildlife emerged from butterflies and bats to bald eagles and river otters. That story is now told in detail by Carrol Henderson in his new book, “A National Legacy: Fifty Years of Nongame Wildlife Conservation in Minnesota."

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By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva

In the late 1970s, when most wildlife conservation programs in the United States focused almost exclusively on game species, a quiet but historic shift began in Minnesota. It was here that one of the nation’s first state programs dedicated to protecting so-called nongame wildlife emerged from butterflies and bats to bald eagles and river otters. That story is now told in detail by Carrol Henderson in his new book, “A National Legacy: Fifty Years of Nongame Wildlife Conservation in Minnesota."

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London teen who built wooden car turns focus to new, bigger challenge

London teen who built wooden car turns focus to new, bigger challenge
The London Free Press
Already known for building a wooden electric vehicle while in high school, a London engineering student is now set to unveil a modular home prototype he believes could help address the city’s housing and homelessness crises. While modular homes aren’t a new concept, Ribal Zebian – now a student at Western University – says his […]
Already known for building a wooden electric vehicle while in high school, a London engineering student is now set to unveil a modular home prototype he believes could help address the city’s housing and homelessness crises. While modular homes aren’t a new concept, Ribal Zebian – now a student at Western University – says his […]
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Driving force behind Rare Breeds Canada died suddenly Jan. 3

Driving force behind Rare Breeds Canada died suddenly Jan. 3
The Lucknow Sentinel
Elwood Quinn also built a successful ag tourism farm near Ottawa, and probably helped end Communism
Elwood Quinn also built a successful ag tourism farm near Ottawa, and probably helped end Communism
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Driving force behind Rare Breeds Canada died suddenly Jan. 3

Therapy dogs supporting Kincardine high school students ahead of exams

Therapy dogs supporting Kincardine high school students ahead of exams
Kincardine News
Students in Kincardine have the option of a four-legged study buddy as high school exam season approaches. On Jan. 26 and 27, beginning at 11 a.m., the Kincardine branch of the Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) will have St. John Ambulance therapy dogs visiting to help students relax while they prepare for upcoming exams. “These […]
Students in Kincardine have the option of a four-legged study buddy as high school exam season approaches. On Jan. 26 and 27, beginning at 11 a.m., the Kincardine branch of the Bruce County Public Library (BCPL) will have St. John Ambulance therapy dogs visiting to help students relax while they prepare for upcoming exams. “These […]
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All Bluewater District School Board schools, work sites closed Jan. 15

All Bluewater District School Board schools, work sites closed Jan. 15
The Lucknow Sentinel
The Bluewater District School Board has announced the closure of all of its schools and work sites due to the weather today, Jan. 15. This includes both elementary and secondary schools. However, remote learning for secondary students is available for those who are able to join.  
The Bluewater District School Board has announced the closure of all of its schools and work sites due to the weather today, Jan. 15. This includes both elementary and secondary schools. However, remote learning for secondary students is available for those who are able to join.  
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All Bluewater District School Board schools, work sites closed Jan. 15

London weather: Extreme cold (again), many school buses cancelled

London weather: Extreme cold (again), many school buses cancelled
The London Free Press
London was placed under a cold weather warning by Environment Canada on Tuesday morning and buses were cancelled for most schools across large swaths of the region. The national weather agency issued a cold weather warning for all of Southwestern Ontario, including London, warning that flurries and the risks of snow squalls could cause another […]
London was placed under a cold weather warning by Environment Canada on Tuesday morning and buses were cancelled for most schools across large swaths of the region. The national weather agency issued a cold weather warning for all of Southwestern Ontario, including London, warning that flurries and the risks of snow squalls could cause another […]
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London weather: Extreme cold (again), many school buses cancelled

Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail running to lead the federal NDP

Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail running to lead the federal NDP
The Lucknow Sentinel
McQuail and his wife Fran are organic farmers who helped start what is now known as the Ecological Farmer's Association of Ontario.
McQuail and his wife Fran are organic farmers who helped start what is now known as the Ecological Farmer's Association of Ontario.
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Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail running to lead the federal NDP
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