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Public Meeting on Owen Sound's Official Plan Update Draws Calls for Stronger Housing Commitments
Council held both mandatory public meetings on Official Plan changes on Monday, hours apart. Residents pushed for clearer language and more tools to…
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Miranda Miller
Owen Sound Rolls Out New Garbage Bag Tag Design With QR Codes and Weatherproofing
Owen Sound residents will begin seeing new square garbage bag tags with weatherproofing and updated features as part of ongoing service changes.
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Grey Bruce OPP Advise Against Non-Essential Travel Thursday Due to Snow Squalls
Grey Bruce OPP is warning of up to 40 cm of snow and dangerous driving conditions on Thursday, advising residents to avoid travel unless absolutely…
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Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre Moves to Next Generation 9-1-1 System
The Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre has transitioned to Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1), upgrading to a digital system that will support…
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Miranda Miller
Weds Nov 26 – Local News, Views & Events
Owen Sound & area news updates and submissions involving Owen Sound Council, Grey Bruce Public Health, Chippewas of Nawash, United Way of Bruce Grey…
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Miranda Miller
Leadership Transition at Chippewas of Nawash as Chief Johnston Resigns for Health Reasons
Chief Ogimaa Kwe Darlene Johnston has resigned for health reasons. Head Councillor Jessica Keeshig-Martin will serve as Acting Chief during transition.
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Miranda Miller
Vigil for National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women 2025
Members of the public are invited to a vigil on Dec. 5 in Owen Sound to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and…
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Grey & Bruce Counties Call Joint Meeting to Discuss Health Unit Governance
Grey and Bruce counties will meet Nov. 27 to discuss governance at Grey Bruce Public Health. The report used to justify the province’s takeover from the…
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Miranda Miller
Tues Nov 25 – Owen Sound & Grey County News
Local news updates and submissions involving Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, City of Owen Sound, Grey County Council, Grey Bruce OPP, North Bruce…
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Miranda Miller
OPP Launches Province-Wide Festive RIDE Campaign as Holiday Travel Season Begins
OPP officers are increasing roadside sobriety checks as part of the annual Festive RIDE campaign running through January 1, and have received over…
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Between Our Steps: Thanks-Giving
What if gratitude wasn’t a checklist, but a way of living? From ancient stories to Indigenous wisdom, Cathy Hird challenges us to hear the call to turn…
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Cathy Hird
Two Injured & One Facing Charges After E-Bike Struck by Vehicle on Highway 6-10
Two Meaford residents were sent to hospital with non life-threatening injuries after their e-bike was hit by a vehicle Sunday night on Hwy 6-10. Police…
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