Fri Oct 17 – Local News, Top Stories & A Look Ahead to the Weekend
Local news updates involving Brightshores Health System, City of Owen Sound, Hansa Financial, Grey Bruce Public Health, Georgian Bluffs Council, and more
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It looks like we’re in for another balmy October weekend. Here are the top articles from this week, in case you missed one and plan to do some reading:
Public Notices
GBPH is encouraging residents to protect themselves from respiratory viruses this fall - Grey Bruce Public Health
Owen Sound Marks Local Government Week with Community Open House and Committee Call-Out - City of Owen Sound
River District Board of Management Meeting Rescheduled from November 12 to November 26, 2025 - City of Owen Sound
And in case you missed it last night:
Owen Sound’s Budget Process Will Look Very Different This Year Under Strong Mayor Powers
The 2026 budget will be the first prepared under Ontario’s strong mayor framework — without a public meeting open for community discussion and with earlier, tighter timelines for council review.
Keep reading for local news, including a new Councillor appointment in Georgian Bluffs, groundbreaking celebrations at the former BCK site, an arrest on late-night patrol in Owen Sound, the return of Grand Ole Opry North, and a lot more.
Plus, there’s no shortage of things to do in and around Owen Sound this weekend. Dig into our events listings below, and see the full calendar on the website.
~ Miranda Miller, Editor
Local News
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