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
As summer begins to wind down and fall approaches, drivers across Bruce and Grey counties can expect to see more farm equipment travelling on local roads. Tractors, combines, and other large agricultural vehicles may move slowly and take up more space than a typical vehicle. For farmers, these roads are
Back-to-school season can be exciting, but it can also put serious pressure on a household budget. The costs go well beyond pencils and notebooks. Backpacks, lunch supplies, shoes, clothing, technology, transportation, and activity fees can add up quickly, especially for families already balancing rent, groceries, utilities, and other essentials. This
Late summer is a great time to be outside, but it is also the time of year when wasps and bees can seem to be everywhere. Whether you are doing yard work, enjoying a picnic, working outdoors, or spending time at the cottage or campground, a little awareness can help
A text arrives saying you have a government payment waiting. An email says there is suspicious activity on your bank account. A message claims your package cannot be delivered until you pay a small fee. Your first instinct might be to click the link and figure out what is going
When you hear “carbon monoxide,” you might think about furnaces, fireplaces, and cold winter nights. But carbon monoxide can be a danger in the summer too. Carbon monoxide, often called CO, is a colourless and odourless gas. You cannot see it, smell it, or taste it, which is why having
United Way Bruce Grey is honoured to announce a new charitable partnership with the Negro Creek Committee in support of the Early Black Settlers of Negro Creek Memorial Park, a landmark project that will preserve and celebrate the history of one of Grey County’s earliest Black communities. As the project’s
United Way Bruce Grey’s Stuff the Bus events are just around the corner! Join us at one of our upcoming collection days and help local students head back to school with the supplies they need to succeed (see locations below). We hope to see you there and thank you for
July 31 to August 2 Looking for something fun to do without spending a lot of money? The August long weekend is packed with free community events, outdoor activities, and family-friendly experiences throughout Grey and Bruce counties. Whether you’re looking to explore local art, enjoy live entertainment, or spend time
