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Back-to-School Bus Service in Doubt for Grey-Bruce Students as Contract Talks Stall
Bluewater and Bruce-Grey Catholic boards warn families buses may not run in September. Here's what's behind the stalled operator contract talks.
 • Miranda Miller
Walkerton and Kincardine OPP Detachments Taking Backpack Program Donations Until Aug. 28
New backpacks and supplies go to Kindergarten through Grade 12 students across Bruce and Grey at no cost to families via the United Way Backpack…
 • The Owen Sound Current
Letter: How Could a County CIP Help with Affordable Housing Needs?
Bill 60 lets counties adopt Community Improvement Plans. Days after Grey County council backed a study of the new tool, Marilyn Struthers explains how…
 • The Owen Sound Current
Blue Rodeo to Play Owen Sound Oct. 8; Public Tickets Go On Sale Thursday
The legendary Canadian band plays the Bayshore this fall, with an artist presale for fans on Blue Rodeo's mailing list.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Mon Aug 17: What's Happening This Week In & Around Owen Sound
News and updates from Owen Sound, Lion's Head, Saugeen Shores, Georgian Bluffs, Neyaashiinigmiing, Brockton, Grey Highlands and more
 • Miranda Miller
Twenty-One Candidates Registered in Owen Sound Ahead of Friday's Nomination Deadline
Nominations close August 21 at 2 p.m. Scott Greig is still unopposed for deputy mayor, one of Owen Sound's two seats at Grey County council.
 • Miranda Miller
Road Construction Flagger Struck on Highway 6 North of Lion's Head Says Driver Never Slowed Down
A 59-year-old flagger says he was struck in a marked work zone and the driver kept going. He is recovering from internal and soft tissue injuries…
 • Miranda Miller
Three Taken to Hospital After Crash at 8th and 4th Avenue East, Driver Charged
Two adults and an infant were taken to Brightshores with minor injuries after a Thursday afternoon crash. One driver was charged with failing to yield.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Fri Aug 14: Top Local News & Weekend Events
News and updates involving Grey County paramedics, Durham Street Bridge, Rockwood Terraces, Bruce County's Reconciliation Pathway, Sydenham Sportsmen…
 • Miranda Miller
OPP Seek Help Finding Vintage Tractor Stolen From Southgate Farm
A light green Deutz DX110, believed to be a 1983-86 model, was taken from a property near Southgate Sideroad 19 sometime in the last three weeks.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Surveillance Footage Leads to Arrest in Grey Highlands Barn Break-In
A 68-year-old faces three charges after police say items were taken from a barn on Wellington Street. The allegations have not been tested in court.
 • The Owen Sound Current
Thurs Aug 13: Owen Sound & Grey-Bruce Area News
News and updates involving municipal elections in Grey-Bruce, Cody's Egg Shack, Owen Sound Attack, Beautiful Joe Park, homelessness in Bruce County, and…
 • Miranda Miller
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