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A big thank you to you, our readers and advertisers, for a great 2015. Since our launch in August, we have been met with nothing but support and we appreciate each and every one of you.
Here are our most read stories of 2015:
#5 Quick response likely prevented further damage
Quick response from the Saugeen Shores Fire Department is likely to have saved more boats than the seven that were destroyed in the early morning explosion and subsequent fire at the Port Elgin Harbour in the early morning hours of October 27.
Related: Explosion at Port Elgin Harbour
Related: No criminal activity suspected
#4 Paralympic athlete Josh Cassidy to speak in Owen Sound
On December 10, 2015 we announced the upcoming appearance of Josh Cassidy at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre.
Josh Cassidy holds over 75 medals and was to speak of his experience overcoming failure to achieve success and how he defines true happiness!
Related: Josh Cassidy speaks about finding ‘True Happiness’
#3 It’s time to get down to business: Carver
Saugeen Shores’ own Jeff Carver won the Charlie Kelly Award at the Bruce Grey Simcoe Regional Tourism Conference, 2015 for his achievements in advancing the tourism industry.
Carver believes that if we want to succeed as a community, we need to dig in and “get down to business”.
Related: Wismer House owner Jeff Carver wins Charlie Kelly award
#2 Trolley service to launch next summer
Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce announced a new trolley service to launch in summer 2016.
The trolley will run a loop taking in both the downtowns and the beaches in Port Elgin and Southampton.
Related: Seasonal trolley service proposed to council
#1 Winterhawks celebrate biggest fan
One of Saugeen Shores’ favourite residents, Vi Cottrill celebrated her 80th birthday in style at the Winterhawks game December 19, 2015.
Cottrill not only had the honour of doing the puck drop to start off the game against the Ripley Wolves but the Hawks presented Vi with a reclining chair so she could continue to watch in style and comfort!
