Fri Nov 7 – What's Happening In & Around Owen Sound This Weekend

Local news updates involving Grey Bruce OPP, City of Owen Sound, Grey Bruce Public Health, Owen Sound Attack, Unifor and First Student, and more

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Owen Sounders want to see swift, bold action taken to address the local doctor shortage.

Yesterday, we asked readers whether you felt it was time for the City of Owen Sound to take a different approach to solving the family doctor shortage — specifically by giving the Colwood Model a try.

One day into our community poll, 79% of respondents want to see action out of City Hall on this issue; 55% would like to see it happen immediately. Just 8% said no, while 13% weren’t sure yet.

The poll is still open through today; have your say here.

Now, before we get to the news, obits, and events, these were your top reads this week:

Letter: We Must Consider a Bold Solution for the Family Doctor Shortage in Owen Sound

First Student Bus Drivers in Owen Sound and Kincardine Could Strike Nov. 10

Safe ‘N Sound and Grey County Expand Winter Shelter Services, Launch New Outreach Pilot

Public Notices

• Owen Sound Marks National Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day - City of Owen Sound

• Owen Sound City Council meets on Monday, November 10, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. On their agenda: a deputation from the YMCA, an extension request from Telfer Creek developers, a temporary loan of artefacts to Grey Roots, business license and Short Term Rental licenses, and a lot more. See their agenda here.

Keep reading for local news, including an update on the potential school bus driver strike action reported earlier this week, an important update on how Grey-Bruce road closures will be reported this winter, more fallout from the Grey Bruce Public Health board, recent obituaries, and a full look at events happening in and around Owen Sound this weekend.

~ Miranda Miller, Editor

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