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Fundraising for Lighthouse to Lighthouse race kicks off in Kincardine

Tue, 2026-08-04 10:19

A group of local doctors and nurses are teaming up to support Kincardine’s hospital in honour of recently retired longtime practitioner Dr. Gary Gurbin. “Dr. Gurbin gave this community decades of care, compassion, and leadership. Gurbin’s Gang is running to celebrate that — and yes, we’re absolutely running to take

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Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival becoming ‘The Back Forty Bazaar’

Thu, 2026-07-30 11:42

Kincardine News

The Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival is set to evolve as part of Huron-Kinloss’ Secrets of the Back Forty tourism brand. “Visitors can expect the same welcoming community festival they’ve come to love, with even more opportunities to discover the incredible makers, artisans and food producers that make our

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Several charges laid following traffic complaints in Kincardine

Wed, 2026-07-29 14:47

Kincardine News

A Hanover resident is facing multiple charges, including impaired operation, after police received several complaints about their driving in Kincardine. According to a South Bruce OPP news release, officers responded to a motor vehicle being operated erratically on Highway 9 around 7:30 p.m. on July 28. Officers located the vehicle

Explore the Maitland Valley watershed in the 75-minute challenge

Mon, 2026-07-27 14:53

The Lucknow Sentinel

HURON – The challenge is simple: spend 75 minutes exploring a Maitland Valley Conservation Authority property and submit an entry for a chance to win one of three outdoor prize packages. The 75-Minute Hiking Challenge is one of several initiatives planned throughout 2026 to celebrate Maitland Conservation’s 75th anniversary.

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Community safety zone approved near Kincardine Township-Tiverton P.S.

Sun, 2026-07-26 14:21

Kincardine News

The province has approved the Municipality of Kincardine’s request for a community safety zone on Highway 21. “The safety of our children, families, and all road users has been a priority for Council,” Mayor Kenneth Craig said in a news release. “We’re proud of the work that has gone into

Tornado researchers offer new details on storm that lashed beach town

Sun, 2026-07-26 10:40

The London Free Press

A “microburst” – not a tornado – was the cause of damage during a wild storm in the beach community of Bayfield earlier this month, local researchers say. The Northern Tornadoes Project at Western University has released the findings of its look into the July 3 storm that lashed Bayfield

Youth group explores McLarty Centre in Huron-Kinloss

Thu, 2026-07-23 16:53

The Lucknow Sentinel

The For Our Youth (FOY) horticulture club was thrilled to have a warm, sunny day to gather for our June meeting at the McLarty Centre. We had to cancel last year’s meeting due to thunder and lightning, so we were extra glad to be back at this wonderful outdoor learning

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Study finds one of Michigan’s healthiest forests in Grand Rapids

Mon, 2026-07-20 09:20

Great Lakes Echo

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Surrounded by busy roads, neighborhoods and businesses, Ken-O-Sha Park doesn’t look like one of Michigan’s most valuable forests. But a new study found the 100-acre park in Grand Rapids is home to one of the state’s highest-quality remaining forests.

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Fundraising for Kincardine hospital on the home stretch – just three and a half million to go

Tue, 2026-07-14 11:39

The Kincardine Independent

(By Liz Small) The finish line is nearly in sight, as the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation (KCHCF) is getting very close to raising the community’s portion of the … Continue reading

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How Downriver Detroit’s working communities fought for their region’s environment

Sun, 2026-07-12 07:38

Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva Downriver Detroit developed during the 20th century as an industrial region, but it was never just an industrial space. Alongside factories and working-class neighborhoods, there were wetlands, waterfront areas, nature preserves, farms and residential communities with different types of environments that shaped the region. This relationship lies at

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Giving Cruise Day supports Kincardine hospital with $100K matching goal

Fri, 2026-07-10 09:53

Kincardine News

Two local families are stepping up to match donations to the Kincardine hospital foundation during this year’s Giving Cruise Day on July 31. Wayne and Janet Palmateer and Dotty McClelland have each contributed a $25,000 matching gift, creating a combined $50,000 match for the community to unlock, the Kincardine and

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New female falcon takes up residence in MSU nest box, but no eggs are laid

Fri, 2026-07-10 07:15

Great Lakes Echo

By Demonte Thomas A new female peregrine falcon has appeared at Michigan State University's falcon nesting box atop Spartan Stadium, marking a significant change at a nesting site occupied by peregrine falcons for years.

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