As we move further into fall, the days are getting shorter. That means children may be walking home from school, heading to activities, or playing outside when visibility is lower. A few simple precautions can make a big difference in keeping kids safe. Make Visibility a Priority Bright or reflective
A trip to the grocery store can feel very different from what it did a few years ago. When food prices are high, even a carefully planned grocery run can put pressure on an already tight household budget. While we can’t control grocery prices, there are a few strategies that
Grey County Owen Sound Fall Fair | Owen SoundSeptember 10 to 12 at Victoria Park. The 174th Owen Sound Fall Fair features agricultural shows, homecraft exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment, and other traditional fall fair activities. Quilt Show at the Owen Sound Fall Fair | Owen SoundFriday, September 11 and Saturday, September
With students back in school across Bruce and Grey counties, school buses are once again a familiar sight on our roads. That makes September a good time for everyone to refresh their school bus safety habits. For drivers, patience and attention are essential. Watch for school buses making frequent stops,
With the cost of groceries, gas, utilities, and other necessities putting pressure on household budgets, using a credit card to cover everyday expenses can sometimes feel like the only option. The problem is that when you can’t pay the balance in full, those everyday purchases can end up costing considerably
When we talk about energy poverty, we often talk about the price of electricity, natural gas, propane, oil or firewood. Those prices matter. But our new Energy Poverty Brief points to something bigger: And if you’d rather hear the conversation than read all those numbers, Francesca Dobbyn, Executive Director of
Convenience can make life easier. A meal delivered to your door, a quick stop at the corner store, or another monthly streaming subscription might not seem like a major expense on its own. But when money is already tight, those small costs can quietly take a bigger bite out of
Looking for something fun to do without spending a lot of money this Labour Day weekend? There are several free and low-cost community events happening across Grey and Bruce counties from Friday, September 4 to Monday, September 7. Grey County Events Desboro Fall Fair Friday, September 4 & Saturday, September
Labour Day weekend often feels like the last big summer celebration. For many families across Bruce and Grey counties, it also means something else: back-to-school is right around the corner. As we enjoy the long weekend, it’s a good time to start thinking about making the transition back to school
September often feels like a fresh start. Summer vacations are wrapping up, kids are heading back to school, routines are returning, and fall is just around the corner. It’s also a great time to give your finances a quick reset. Summer can come with extra expenses, from travel and entertainment
