Owen Sound Sun Times

An police cruiser was damaged after it was struck by a tractor in the Municipality of Meaford on the weekend. The incident occurred on Saturday when police observed a man known to them operating a tractor on private property. When officers attempted to engage with the man, he fled on a tractor, striking the police [...]

Saugeen Shores police are investigating what is being called a hate-motivated crime after tire burnout marks were left on the Pride rainbow crosswalk in Port Elgin. The investigation began on Saturday after the crosswalk on Gustavus Street adjacent to Saugeen District Senior School was found to be damaged. A driver had intentionally spun the tires [...]

An Owen Sound man has been charged after a pedestrian sustained serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in the city on Sunday evening. Shortly after 11 p.m., Owen Sound police and Grey County paramedics responded to a fail-to-remain collision involving a pedestrian near the intersection of 1st Avenue West and 11th Street West, [...]

Emergency crews rescued several people from the water above Denny's Dam near Southampton on the weekend. Emergency crews were dispatched to the area of the dam late Saturday afternoon for a report of several canoes capsized and stuck in a barrier at the top of the dam, Saugeen Shores police said in a news release. [...]

The 2025 Owen Sound North Stars desperately wanted to break a long-lasting playoff series losing streak. They fell short, but set up a sturdy foundation for the future

They never did find gold in Eugenia. Prospectors became excited in 1853 by fool's gold" at the base of the falls. It was the same time as the California gold rush. People had gold on the mind," said Ron Barnett. Now, 173 years later, community members hold an annual tongue-in-cheek gold rush festival as an [...]

David Bedkowski, Trenten Bennett and Harry Nansi had their names called during the 2025 NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles.

The pounding rhythmic dhol drum of India and the haunting wailing bagpipes from Scotland filled Southampton's Pioneer Park on Saturday afternoon. Talk about a unique clash of cultures. And it worked. Several attendees of the YMCA's 4th Annual Multicultural Day Celebration got up and danced to the sounds coming from Brampton's Kamal Singh and Peter [...]

OWEN SOUND ATTACK INK TOP TWO PICKS The Owen Sound Attack announced the signing of fifth-overall pick Max Delisle and 28th-overall pick Blake Munnings this past week. Delisle is the younger brother of Attack centre Tristan Delisle. The six-foot pivot played for the Toronto Titans of the Greater Toronto Junior Hockey League. Munnings is a [...]

The Owen Sound Tourism Development Fund has hired a facilitator to oversee a program to distribute Municipal Accommodation Tax funds toward tourism-related projects in Owen Sound. Mariam Fares has been named the tourism entity facilitator by the Owen Sound Tourism Development Fund, a committee formed by the local chamber of commerce to reinvest a portion [...]

The South Bruce Grey Health Centre is looking for input as it begins its next strategic planning cycle. The hospital corporation, with facilities in Chesley, Durham, Kincardine, and Walkerton, said it's looking to engage with staff, physicians, patients, families, and community stakeholders as it sets the course for the future of healthcare in the southern [...]

Darlene Johnston will become the Chippewas of Nawash chief for the next term beginning on August 7, 2025. Johnston will be acclaimed to the position after the only other remaining candidate, Steven Lavalley, withdrew. Electoral officer Vaughn Johnston said Lavalley requested to be removed from the ballot after the deadline but before ballots were mailed [...]

Rockview apartments was damaged by fire last year

Revamped program brings down nightly cost from previous model county used

Help for gambling addicts is coming to Owen Sound. With legalized sports betting and the ease and availability of online gambling options, debilitating addictions are on the rise, researchers say. Beginning on Monday, July 7, Gamblers Anonymous (GA) meetings will take place at the United Way Bruce Grey at 380 9th St. E in Owen [...]

Some local players are looking for a more permanent venue

School's out, and the pool at Harrison Park is set to open. The City of Owen Sound announced that the outdoor swimming pool at Harrison Park will open for the summer season this Friday at 1 p.m. It will be open until August 31. The full pool schedule is available at OwenSound.ca/PublicSwimming. Free summer swims [...]

Bruce County's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) expanded to five locations and generated more than $1.3 million in combined refunds and benefits for clients this year. Marking its eighth year in operation, the CVITP, administered by the Bruce County Public Library, operated in Port Elgin, Walkerton, Chesley, Kincardine and Lucknow in 2025. The program [...]

A man faces robbery and arson charges following two structure fires in Oliphant and a theft at Bluewater Park in Wiarton. Police have charged Ronald Eby, 39, with two counts of arson, robbery with violence and resisting a peace officer. The charges relate to both structure fires and the robbery at Bluewater Park. Officers responded [...]

The Owen Sound Attack have several players hoping to have their name called over the speakers at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles this weekend during the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Four Bears featured on the NHL Central Scouting's final rankings ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft, which were released in April. Defender David Bedkowski [...]

Structure has become more visible since Downtown River Precinct Phase 2 completion on opposite side of river

House north of Tom Thomson Art Gallery is slated for demolition, but when still isn't clear

The Owen Sound North Stars are on the brink of elimination in the Ontario Junior B Lacrosse League playoffs. After upsetting the league-leading Orangeville Northmen at Durham in Game 1 of the best-of-five first-round series, the North Stars have dropped two straight games on the road and will return home Saturday fighting for their playoff [...]

There's no shortage of events planned this weekend and on Canada Day in Owen Sound and Grey-Bruce. Canada Day itself is on a Tuesday this year, with the statutory holiday and all the associated closures observed then. However, there's plenty to do in the region over the weekend and on the birthday of Canada's confederation. [...]

Program provides unique opportunity for youth and adults living with complex needs

Community members from Saugeen Shores, Kincardine, Meaford and Grey Highlands raised over $131,000 during this year's Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser. According to the United Way Bruce Grey, 2025 brought record-low temperatures and snowy conditions, but it also sparked one of the warmest outpourings of compassion yet across the region. Extreme weather conditions forced [...]

The Province of Ontario and Parks Canada helped fund the relocation and refurbishment of the cabin thought to be the oldest European settler home on the peninsula.

Three new exhibitions are opening this month at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery in Owen Sound. The art gallery will hold an opening reception for the new shows Saturday, featuring an artist discussion panel with artists Elly MacKay, Laura Moore and Geoffrey Pugen, which will be held from 1 to 2 p.m., with the reception [...]

2025-26 lineup to feature Cinderella, Shrek, Agatha Christie and Shakespeare.

Collision closed Grey Road 17 for several hours as police investigated

What Goes Where function makes it easy to figure out how to dispose of household waste items

Families seeking entertainment could head to the village of Eugenia this weekend for the 2025 Eugenia Gold Rush. On Saturday, the Eugenia Gold Rush festival will take over the Grey Highlands village with events at the Highland United Church and Eugenia Community Park. Family-friendly outdoor activities begin with the Highland United Church's pancake breakfast and [...]

OPP Constable Adam Belanger, an avid cyclist and Bruce Peninsula resident, will be part of the ride.

Police were able to aprehend the man after he fled on his bicycle and then on foot

Dale DeGray is shipping off one of his better defencemen in another off-season move. A week after trading draft picks to the North Bay Battalion for 19-year-old Jacob Therrien, DeGray shipped out overage candidate James Petrovski to the Peterborough Petes for four prospect tickets. In return, the Owen Sound Attack receive a second-round pick in [...]

Police say the driver of the ATV fled the scene after hitting the pedestrian

The process to construct a new Catholic high school on Owen Sound's east side took another step forward on Monday. A public meeting was held at city hall to consider a zoning bylaw amendment application from the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board to construct a new 12,000-square-metre high school on 28th Avenue East. During [...]

The lookout tower at Owen Sound's southeast entrance will remain closed for the foreseeable future due to safety concerns. At a special meeting held on Monday, city council directed staff to include the estimated $265,000 cost of rehabilitating the Centennial Tower in its 2026-30 multi-year capital plan. But so far it hasn't been determined if [...]

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash east of the village of Chatsworth on Monday morning. Just after 10:30 a.m., emergency services were called to a collision between a pickup truck and a motorcycle on Concession 3A between Massie Road and Holland Sydenham Townline. The rider of the motorcycle was transported to hospital with [...]

'I am just so proud of this community for every component of today,' downtown bookstore owner Maryann Thomas said.

'With open and friendly dialogue, we can move forward together in a good way with one heart.' -- Gichi-Name Wiikwedong Reconciliation Garden story panel

Police are asking the public for video footage and tips

The Orangeville Northmen won all three match-ups between the two teams in the regular season, but Owen Sound "flipped the script" in Game 1.

Aim is to decapitate the Iran's nuclear program and weaken longtime foe amid Tehran's threat of reprisals

'It's just joyful to see everybody together and see people can actually celebrate, just celebrate life.' -- Larry White

More than $40,000 was doled out to local entrepreneurs in a Dragon's Den-inspired event at the Hanover Civic Theatre Thursday night. Six adult finalists and one youth pitched their business ideas live on stage to a panel of successful business leaders at the 2025 Hawks' Nest show. The panel of investors - the Hawks" - [...]

Current Mayor Sue Carleton has voiced her opposition to exercising the powers

If someone is experiencing heat stroke, call 911 immediately and move the person to a cool place.

Suspects face manslaughter and accessory after the fact charges

Hanover Police issued an arrest warrant for Codie Bloom days after they discovered the burnt shell of a PT Cruiser believed to be involved in the fatal hit-and-run.