Community News

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Grey Bruce Detachment has announced the appointment of Inspector Marla Barfoot as their new Detachment Commander, effective immediately. She has been the Interim Detachment Commander since July 2024. Inspector Barfoot takes over from Inspector Richardson, who is now a Major Critical Incident Commander in Central Region. With 20 years of policing experience, Inspector Barfoot brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the Grey Bruce community to her new role. A native of...

The City of Owen Sound has announced that it was successful in its grant application to receive funding for the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre Ice Pad and Arena Board and Glass Replacement project, as announced last week by Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Paul Vickers. The project will receive up to $915,000 from the Ontario Ministry of Sport’s Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund. The Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre is a city-owned and operated facility that is home to the...