Horticultural society receives Bruce Botanical Food Gardens update

Horticultural society receives Bruce Botanical Food Gardens update
Kincardine News
It seems spring has finally sprung and the gardening season is in full frenzy with many events and activities. The Ripley and District Horticultural Society’s (RDHS) regular monthly meeting took place May 20 at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre with guest speaker Olivia Haufe, garden manager of the Bruce Botanical Food
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Kincardine District Senior School celebrates prom

Kincardine District Senior School celebrates prom
Kincardine News
Kincardine District Senior School enjoyed a gorgeous sunny day to celebrate prom at the beautiful Kincardine Beach Pavilion on May 30. Over 150 seniors, including their guests, attended this celebratory milestone event by enjoying a delicious meal provided by Bar Down and The Ice Cream Shack, as well as a
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Push grows for all-day ‘bell-to-bell’ ban on cellphones in Ontario schools

Push grows for all-day ‘bell-to-bell’ ban on cellphones in Ontario schools
The London Free Press
Education Minister Paul Calandra is actively considering it, while parents groups are making the case at the legislature.
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McDonald: Trade wars, soaring airfares reshape summer travel for Canadians

McDonald: Trade wars, soaring airfares reshape summer travel for Canadians
The London Free Press
Canadians are shying away from going to the United States but their appetite to travel is still strong
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Two doctors coming to Kincardine through residency training program

Two doctors coming to Kincardine through residency training program
Kincardine News
Kincardine is set to welcome two new physicians this summer through its new physician residency program. On May 27, the Kincardine Family Health Organization (FHO) announced Dr. Kelechukwu Oranu and Dr. Ijeje Sule as the first resident physicians in the community’s newly established residency training program through Western University’s Schulich
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Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution

Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution
Great Lakes Echo
By Riley Wilson Rising levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination are prompting scientists to question whether the Great Lakes can safely sustain surrounding communities. A recent study shows signs of declining PFAS pollution in these waters using archived fish.
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Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help

Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan’s tourism industry is preparing for another busy season, with strong visitor demand expected across the state. However, industry experts warn that staffing challenges remain a key concern.
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More Michigan schools move toward EV buses

More Michigan schools move toward EV buses
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan is accelerating its transition to electric school buses, with dozens of districts adding new vehicles through a state-funded program aimed at replacing older diesel fleets.
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Gas prices, driver shortages challenge public transit agencies

Gas prices, driver shortages challenge public transit agencies
Great Lakes Echo
By Christian Vazquez Mass transit systems in rural areas in Michigan are facing major challenges today, the state’s top public transit executive says.
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Rooted in community, farmers markets continue to grow

Rooted in community, farmers markets continue to grow
Great Lakes Echo
By Lily Cole Nationally, farmers markets are growing rapidly. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported 2,863 markets in 2000, with that number rising to more than 8,700 in 2025. In Michigan alone, more than 200 markets offer amenities for patrons, including fresh produce and special events.
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State grants will boost STEM education in K-12 schools

State grants will boost STEM education in K-12 schools
Great Lakes Echo
By Christian Vazquez Michigan is awarding $800,000 to 17 school districts in the Upper and Lower Peninsulas to advance STEM education.
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