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On Saturday, January 17, the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy is having a significant event in our area. The yearly regional snowshoe and hike happens in our backyard. The gathering will happen at the end of Muir St., where hikers usually park to access the east side trails. The event starts at 1 p.m. and goes to 4 p.m. “We will have access to the barn on the property adjacent to the end of Muir St. to stay out of the wind with...

Safe ‘N Sound has announced the purchase of a new building that will soon become a year-round shelter space in Owen Sound. Thanks to $500,000 in federal funding, disbursed through the Rural and Remote stream of Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy, as administered by United Way Simcoe Muskoka, this dedicated shelter will provide a warm, safe place to rest for individuals experiencing homelessness. Located at 612 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, the shelter will serve nighttime needs, while daytime drop-in...