Thurs May 21: Local News, Events & Notices
News and updates involving Owen Sound Attack, Georgian Bluffs, MP Alex Ruff, MPP Paul Vickers, Meaford artist Doris Rose, Grey Bruce Animal Shelter, Berford Street construction in Wiarton and more
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We begin today with a letter to the editor.
The state of Owen Sound’s downtown has been a hot topic lately for all the wrong reasons. The “downtown mess” came up in additional business at Council last week; complaints and photos of trash piles and garbage littering the streets have been circulating on social media.
In her letter, Tamara Sargent cautions residents not to direct their anger toward those who are already struggling to survive.
She shares what she says she witnessed downtown involving police, bylaw officers, and the belongings of unhoused residents — and raises concerns about how public frustration over garbage is being directed at people living on the street.
Public Notice
Hazardous Waste Event Taking Place Saturday, May 23 - City of Owen Sound
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Today’s edition includes local beef farmers’ concerns about a potential Mercosur free trade agreement, a Meaford artist’s international recognition, an update on the mayoral race in Saugeen Shores, a recommendation to increase water rates in Georgian Bluffs, a big show coming up for Bruce County music star Owen Riegling, and a lot more.
Miranda Miller
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