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Tues Sept 16 – Local News, Views & Events in Owen Sound Area

Local news updates involving South Bruce OPP, ElectHER, Owen Sound Attack, HMCS Margaret Brooke, Grey County and more

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Miranda Miller
Sep 16, 2025
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“Sometimes the view from our office isn't so bad.” - Owen Sound Police, X

“Each year brings new pests and diseases to our gardens. Last year, our area lost so many beautiful mature magnolias to scale insects.

This year, boxwoods that were once problem-free evergreens are being decimated across Southern Ontario.

A drive through Owen Sound reveals brown, crispy, boxwood shrubs in all parts of the city.”

In her latest column, master gardener Jennifer Deeks reveals the pests behind this, and offers advice for residents seeking alternatives. Keep reading.

Bye Bye, Boxwood: Local Gardeners Grapple With Blight and Invasive Moths

Jennifer Deeks
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8:07 AM
Bye Bye, Boxwood: Local Gardeners Grapple With Blight and Invasive Moths

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Keep reading for local news updates, including a hunt for a vehicle stolen from a person who stopped to help a man who crashed his truck, an upcoming Navy ship visit to Owen Sound, local wins at the Canadian country music awards, and more.

~ Miranda Miller, Editor

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