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Fri May 8: Top Local News & What's Happening This Weekend

News and updates involving Owen Sound Fire Service, Saugeen Ojibway Nation, City of Owen Sound, Brightshores Health System, Bruce Museum, Moondoggy, and a lot more

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Miranda Miller
May 08, 2026
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A serene moment in a local wetland, where the unique call of an American Bittern could be heard. Photo credit: Andrew Koshan

Happy Friday, readers. Here are your most-read news stories from this week:

Owen Sound Fire Chief Disputes Claims of Slow Response to 9th Avenue East House Fire (Updated)

Owen Sound Fire Chief Disputes Claims of Slow Response to 9th Avenue East House Fire (Updated)

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May 7
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Saugeen Ojibway Nation Warns Members of Diesel Spill in Hope Bay

Saugeen Ojibway Nation Warns Members of Diesel Spill in Hope Bay

Miranda Miller
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May 6
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Province Funds 7 Local Festivals, With Sauble Beach Party Taking Largest Share

Province Funds 7 Local Festivals, With Sauble Beach Party Taking Largest Share

The Owen Sound Current
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May 6
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Public Notice

  • City of Owen Sound Begins 2026 Road Resurfacing - City of Owen Sound

  • Notice: Public Hearings Cancelled - Township of Georgian Bluffs

  • Municipality of Meaford Provides Information on Upcoming Garbage Tag Changes Beginning July 6, 2026 - Municipality of Meaford

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… for weather updates, obituaries, upcoming local events, and the most comprehensive weekday reporting on what’s happening in Owen Sound, and across Grey & Bruce.

Today, you’ll find reports with updates and next court dates for three U.K. men charged in the homicide of Owen Sound man Sharif Rahman, Ontario’s support for the Bruce C nuclear project, local music and museum features, and more.

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