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Chimney Swifts, Spring Planting & More: May Updates from the Owen Sound Field Naturalists
Chimney Swifts return to the Old Courthouse, spring planting begins at Brightshores, and local naturalists share sightings and events happening across…
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John Dickson
Letter: PFLAG Owen Sound Highlights Local Resources & Invites You to Get Involved
Meet PFLAG Canada’s Owen Sound chapter. It offers peer support for LGBTQ2S+ individuals and their families, with free community events planned for Pride…
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Letter: Church Group Seeks Option for Pride Parade Participation
Reader Mary Kowaltschuk writes in search of information about the Owen Sound Pride Parade, which should be taking place in June.
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Between Our Steps: Planting Peace in an Uncertain World
In an era of economic uncertainty and global unrest, hope may lie not in dreams of escape, but in gardens, homes, and the everyday work of peace and…
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Cathy Hird
Gardening for Food Security Calls for Shared Knowledge & Effort
Growing your own food offers more than savings; it builds skills, connection, and community. Jennifer Deeks reflects on the limits of self-sufficiency…
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Jennifer Deeks
Opinion: Why Was It So Hard for Owen Sound Council to Take a Stand on Strong Mayor Powers?
Owen Sound Council said no to strong mayor powers — but only after delays, legal advice, and 30 questions. What’s the cost of this way of governing?
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Miranda Miller
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Local Review: Williams on 26 is Serving Up a Classic Menu with Stunning Airport Views
Williams on 26 is a revitalized airport restaurant offering classic comfort food, local ingredients, and scenic views, all served in a welcoming, newly…
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Angela Kemble
Between Our Steps: Greenwashing is Only One Ideology to Watch Out For in Ads
Buying a product is one thing; accepting an ideology is another. Cathy Hird reminds us to look at the message behind the ad to understand what, exactly…
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Cathy Hird
Letter: Pendulum Swinging Between Competing Ideas is Getting Old Fast
Brian Minielly makes a case for proportional representation to combat the constant competition and "winning" mindset he argues is standing between…
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Winter of Discontent: Why This Was a Bad One, And How the City Responded
Owen Sound residents saw major winter damage. David McLeish takes a look at climate factors, snowfall trends, and the city’s response to the extreme…
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Letter: A Mini-Trump is Not Welcome Here
A Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound voter shares her thoughts on the upcoming federal election and appeals to community members to consider the issues at stake.
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You Don't Have to Fix the Whole World. Just Show Up In Your Corner Of It.
Over 80 youth in Grey Bruce are waiting for mentors—including 25 boys in Owen Sound. Learn how small, local actions like mentoring can create real…
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Joel Pennington
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