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Don’t miss Cruise night tonight. Looks like Mother Nature is going to co-operate and it’s going to be a beautiful evening for a car show!
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Notices
Courtesy of Lindsay Wright
The Point Clark Lighthouse opens for the season on Friday, June 26! Visit beautiful Point Clark and book a ticket to climb to the top of this National Historic site and explore the Lightkeepers' museum! Open daily from 10:30am - 5pm. Wear closed toe/backed shoes (no flip flops or slides) Ages 4+ only up the tower (but the museum is free for those under 4!) Booking tickets in advance is encouraged: visit secretsofthebackforty.com to book your tickets today!
Municipality of Kincardine Media Release - July 24th, 2026
Community Safety Zone Approved for Highway 21 Near Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School. The Municipality of Kincardine is pleased to announce that the Province of Ontario has approved a new Community Safety Zone on Highway 21 near the Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS). The Community Safety Zone will extend along Highway 21 from approximately 300 metres south of the KTTPS entrance to approximately 300 metres north of the school entrance. It encompasses the primary school access area, including student drop-off and pick-up, school bus operations, and the section of roadway with the highest level of vehicle activity. Read the full media release here
Trivia Question
What was the price for a loaf of bread in 1927?
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This Month’s Prize: Free Medium Pizza with 2 toppings from PATZ PIZZA, Tiverton
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Uncle Perry’s Tiverton - Menu
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Introducing our new owner Brady McDonald and his team working for you at Brady's No Frills Kincardine.
Spotlight on History
Some prices from a 1927 newspaper: Bread 9 cents; Aylmer soup 2 for 19 cents; maple syrup 1 qt for 59 cents; jelly powder 4 for 25 cents; soap flakes 2lbs 25 cents; pork and beans 2 cans 25 cents; 2 bottles of Heinz tomato catsup 25 cents.
(source: Do You Remember? A lighter Side of Kincardine’s History; Wanita Hollands)
EVENTS
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Friday, July 31st 5:30 - 8:30 - Classic cars, special interest vehicles, and motorcycles are all on display Queen Street in Downtown Kincardine!
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Saturdays June 27th to September 5 Lakeside Downtown Kincardine. Visit kincasrdinewelcomes.ca for more info
Every night (except Saturdays) from July 1st - August 31st. For more info visit kincardinewelcomes.ca
Paddy’s Pub Night - Walker House Museum
This year, we're introducing the Wandering Windows exhibit, As you wander downtown Kincardine from September 11 to 13, keep an eye on storefront windows that have been transformed into mini art galleries featuring the work of local artists. Learn more here: www.kincardineartcrawl.ca
Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more info on:
Arts Alive Market: Saturday, Sept. 1, 10am - 4pm Victoria Park, Kincardine
Cruise Night: September 4 5:30 - 8
Gathering of the Bands: Saturday, August 29
Marine Heritage Day: Saturday, August 22 11-3
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