Sunday, September 6, 2026

Public Safety Eleven people were arrested and suspected fentanyl and crystal methamphetamine were seized during a two-day Grey Bruce OPP drug enforcement blitz in Owen Sound. CKNX News Today Grey Bruce OPP have introduced the Comfort Companions program, equipping frontline officers with stuffed animals to help comfort children who experience trauma during emergency responses. CKNX News Today

Education Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Paul Vickers has announced new Student and Family Support Offices for two local school boards, aimed at improving access to services for students and families in the region. CKNX News Today

Development A renewable natural gas project in Dundalk has received provincial approval, with a service area covering Ontario, New York, Michigan, and Ohio. CKNX News Today The Bruce Trail Conservancy will host a “free sale” at the former Talisman Resort in Grey Highlands on September 11, clearing out lodge items as the property transitions to the Talisman Forest Nature Reserve. CKNX News Today

Civic Grey County has published its 2027 budget meeting schedule; sessions will be held at the Council Chamber, 595 9th Avenue East, Owen Sound, and streamed publicly on the Grey County YouTube channel. Grey County

Health Kelso Beach at Nawash Park in Owen Sound remains posted as unsafe for swimming. Owen Sound

Around the county — West Grey council met Sept. 1 (highlights); Grey Highlands council met Sept. 2 (highlights); Southgate council met Sept. 2 (highlights); Southgate has a temporary road closure in effect (notice) and Dundalk reconstruction continues (2-week forecast); Georgian Bluffs reminds drivers to slow down near schools (notice); a rabies vaccination clinic is available at the Owen Sound Animal Shelter (Southgate).