Janice MacKay

Janice MacKay graduated from Journalism at Humber College in Toronto. Janice was raised in Kincardine. She and her husband Steve live just outside of Wingham. They have two sons. Email her at jmackay@blackburnradio.com.

Record home sales in Huron and Perth counties

Home sales were hot in Huron and Perth Counties in September, setting a new sales record for the month.

Bruce Power completes second harvest of Cobalt-60

Bruce Power has completed its second harvest of Cobalt-60 this year. Ottawa Based Nordion will process the medical isotopes which will be used to sterilize medical equipment in the fight against COVID-19. It will be distributed over the next several weeks for use in Gamma irradiation to sterilize medical devices, such as single-use gowns, surgical gloves, scalpels, syringes and other critical health care equipment.

Bruce County tourism operators struggling

Bruce County has learned that the COVID-19 Pandemic that hit mid-March continues to significantly impact businesses, especially the tourism industry.

Bruce County looks at ride-for-hire strategy

Bruce County hopes to pave the way for a ride-for-hire service in the area.

Owen Sound families can join fire prevention event Thursday

The Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services is partnering with RONA Fulfords to host an educational event to teach children and adults how to prevent fires at home.

COVID-19 testing gets high marks in Grey Bruce

Residents of Grey and Bruce County are getting a COVID-19 test along with the results in a timely manner.

Cases of COVID-19 remain low in Midwestern Ontario

Cases of COVID-19 remain low in Midwestern Ontario.

Mitchell Youth addresses accessibility issues

The West Perth Lion’s Pool now has a new portable accessible pool lift thanks to the efforts of a 24-year-old resident.

Georgian College celebrates 2020 grads

Georgian college is hosting its first-ever virtual convocation ceremonies this month to recognize almost 2,000 graduates after the pandemic cancelled in person celebrations.

Minto mayor re-elected to Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board

County of Wellington Councillor and Town of Minto Mayor George Bridge will again advocate for key issues as a representative on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors.