Foodland in Wingham (Photo by Betty Marshall)The Foodland location in Wingham will be offering sensory-friendly shopping starting next week.
Owner Betty Marshall says they will be reducing excessive noise, sounds and other stressors to make for a more accessible shopping experience "for those with autism and other sensitivities".
Marshall notes that other locations have tried the idea recently and have received very positive feedback.
Sensory-friendly shopping will take place at Foodland every Thursday from 6-8pm.
SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
