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Building surge continues in Wellington North

A year-end review of building permits for 2018 shows Wellington North enjoyed another record year of new construction.

The municipality issued permits worth almost $45 million in 2018, which compares to the average for the past ten years of $25.5 million.

There were 257 permits issued in Wellington North in 2018 compared to the ten-year average of 228.

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Owen Sound Hospital.  Photo from Brightshores Health System

Brightshores "Shining Stars" holiday appeal underway

Brightshores Owen Sound Foundation is turning its annual holiday appeal toward a renewed goal this year, launching a fundraising effort to support new Automatic Dispensing Units (ADUs) for the Owen Sound hospital while celebrating the many “Shining Stars” who brighten local healthcare.