The Spa Room in Port Elgin has declared a Sign War in Saugeen Shores, prompting local businesses to practice their puns and toss their best witticism into the ring. Photo submitted

Hub Staff

Now in our second year of the pandemic, tensions are high and citizens are frustrated. It was only a matter of time before a war broke out. Saugeen Shores Sign Wars has taken over the streets and social media streams of these otherwise calm and peaceful beach communities.

It’s not entirely clear who threw the first punch, but evidence suggests the perfectly manicured hands of The Spa Room in Port Elgin may not be as clean as they appear.

Insults are now recklessly flying back and forth between seemingly respectable establishments, to the point where the Saugeen Shores Police and Fire Department have gotten involved. Local authorities are urging residents to stay home to avoid being caught in the crossfire.

You can follow this raging war on Instagram, #SaugeenShoresSignWars, from the safety of your own home. If you must leave your house, keep your eyes peeled as you venture out, witty jabs and piercing puns are coming from all directions.

The Super 8 by Wyndham in Port Elgin joined in on the action in Saugeen Shores with a sign for Cora Computers. Photo submitted

The Port Elgin Home Hardware pleads for a ‘pandemicure’ from The Spa Room in Port Elgin as part of the Saugeen Shores Sign Wars. Photo submitted

The Southampton Olive Oil Company poked fun at Southampton Fun to keep spirits high while the community pushes through the latest COVID lockdown.

Saugeen District Senior School wasn’t happy sitting on the sidelines and raised the stakes while taking a nonchalant attitude toward the Saugeen Shores Sign Wars. Photo submitted