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West Grey experiencing building boom in 2021

West Grey officials say the community is experiencing a building boom.

The number of building permits issued in the first quarter of 2021 is three times more than what was issued in 2020.

West Grey Chief Building Official, Karl Schipprack, says in addition to the increase in the number of permits issued, the total dollar value has also increased with the values over $12.5 million, compared to $3 million in the same period last year.

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Province providing Family Service Kent $586K

The funding will be used to expand the organization's Senior Trustee Program, which provides trusted, practical financial support to seniors experiencing cognitive decline, isolation, or financial vulnerability.

Detail blue line with puck on ice hockey rink. © Can Stock Photo / fotoduki

Scoreboard, Nov. 14

Loads of local hockey action, and Canada punched a ticket to the semis of the IIHF Women's World Championship.