Sex is the one three letter word in the English language that has the power to make us turn red and shift in our seats. It is a natural part of adult life but most of our communities haven’t found a way to talk about sex freely and openly. When we’re uncomfortable it’s easier to avoid a subject than it is to talk about it. When we find the courage to talk about sex and sexual violence our conversations are often limited and private but we can’t create an open culture with closed...
- by Anne Finlay-Stewart, Editor
In the inaugural issue of the Owen Sound Tribune, July 18, 1996, Mayor Stew Taylor introduced his column "The City" - reprinted below. He referred to municipal government as "the truest form of democracy" and invited readers to send him their questions and he would do his best to answer them. In this first...
While marking Mother's Day is a strong tradition in our family, I have ambiguous feelings about the day. I am just not sure what is being praised or celebrated. Yes, I appreciate that both my kids called that day. Yes, I have good memories of the many family meals when we took our mother out for dinner. Yes, it was good to say thank you to her, and I appreciate the thanks as well. But.
I am expected to say a public "Happy Mother's Day," but when I look ...
- Hub staff
Growth in Owen Sound's user base has not been sufficient to cover the deficit in our wastewater account. A development charges holiday for the past four years has meant lower than projected revenue. To cover the remaining debt of $19.3 million from the City's share of the upgrade to our sewage treatment plant, staff are recommending...
Citizens from across Owen Sound are collaborating with local artists to explore aspects of this place we called home in an upcoming public art exhibit.
With Doors Open Ontario in full swing in communities across the province, our own Owen...
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