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The Downtown Problem Owen Sound Council Can't Define
Police data shows downtown calls rising and proactive patrols cut by half since 2023 — but council can't agree on what the problem is, who's…
 • Miranda Miller
Two Hurt, One Sent to Toronto Burn Unit After Owen Sound Apartment Fire
Crews found the fire already out and the unit full of smoke. Owen Sound Fire says the cause was unattended cooking, with damage near $10,000.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Thurs June 18: Local News, Views & Events
News and updates involving Brightshores Health System, City of Owen Sound, Andpet Realty, Owen Sound Community Artist Studio Tour, Reilly’s Roofing…
 • Miranda Miller
Intersections Wood Collaborative Invites Youth to Join Summer Woodworking Program
Intersections Wood Collaborative is inviting youth ages 13–18 to join its Summer Youth Woodworking Program, a series of four hands-on workshop sessions…
 • The Owen Sound Current
Sustainable Fire Service: A Taxpayer's Perspective on Owen Sound's Path to a Composite Model
Letter to the Editor: Owen Sound resident Jim Hutton makes the case for a composite fire service to serve the city.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Discover the Owen Sound Community Artist Studio Tour This September
The 4th annual Owen Sound Community Artist Studio Tour runs September 19–20, 10am to 5pm. It's a free, self-guided weekend inside the studios of 30…
 • The Owen Sound Current
Owen Sound's Wellness and Recovery Centre Wins National Mental Health Care Award
The Canadian College of Health Leaders award carries a $7,500 grant and spotlights a housing-plus-treatment model now drawing interest from across…
 • The Owen Sound Current
Eight-Storey, 128-Unit Rental Apartment Proposed for Owen Sound's East Side
Andpet Realty pitches rental housing with at least 10% affordable units. Whether the height and density suit the East Court Residences subdivision site…
 • Miranda Miller
Weds June 17: Owen Sound & Grey-Bruce News, Views, Events
News and updates involving local Army and Air Cadets, Owen Sound Mayor Ian Boddy, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, BWDSB, United Way of Bruce Grey, MS…
 • Miranda Miller
Gardening Safety: Avoid These Common Hazards
As far as hobbies go, gardening is generally a peaceful endeavour. But it's not entirely without risk. Master gardener Jennifer Deeks shares tips for…
 • Jennifer Deeks
Grey & Simcoe Foresters Royal Canadian Army Cadets Mark 128th Annual Ceremonial Review
The 42 Grey and Simcoe Foresters Royal Canadian Army Cadets proudly conducted their 128th Annual Ceremonial Review on June 9th, 2026.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Bluewater District School Board Presents 2025-2026 Awards of Excellence
At their final meeting of the school year, BWDSB trustees handed out the Awards of Excellence to individuals nominated by their school communities.
 • The Owen Sound Current
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