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The dining hall at the Rotary Camp Presqu’ile. Every May and June, Rotarians suspend their weekly lunch meetings to prepare the property for campers, who begin arriving in July for one or two weeks stay. Photo and caption: David Huntley

Municipal election season is underway, and Owen Sound’s 2026 mayoral race is now contested with Richard Thomas and Andrii Zvorygin both officially filing nomination papers.

Ross Kentner, currently Mayor of Meaford, has announced he plans to pass the torch and won’t seek another term in the seat. So far, one person — Shirley Keaveney — has expressed interest in taking his place.

Just two people — Cheryl Grace and John Divinski — have filed to run in Town of Saugeen Shores, and they’re competing for the same Southampton Ward Councillor seat.

Caleb Hull will ask for South Bruce Peninsula residents’ vote for Deputy Mayor, and Lucie Desbiens is looking to serve as English Separate Trustee for the Blue Grey Catholic District School Board.

So far, no candidates have registered for deputy mayor or council seats in Owen Sound — meaning there’s still plenty of room on the ballot for anyone considering a run. Nominations remain open until August 21.

Check out our Municipal Election Guide for key dates, voting information, and candidate updates across Grey and Bruce.

Public Notice

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

• Notice: Public Hearings Cancelled - Township of Georgian Bluffs

• Notice of Hydrant Flushing in Leith - Municipality of Meaford

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Today, you’ll find reports on roads resurfacing plans for Owen Sound streets, funding for a new public school in Meaford, a joint drug investigation that has led to charges for three people, an appeal for “No-Mow May,” and a lot more.

Miranda Miller
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