PALMERSTON – After several years of lobbying, hard work and a fundraising campaign that raised over $8 million, the new MRI machine has finally arrived at Palmerston and District Hospital.

Tariffs, soft housing market, economy led to paused development: Geranium Homes
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Geranium Homes didn’t want to put a pause on the estate development it had planned for land between Fergus and Belwood. But the market dictates what the home building company can do, and the housing market has slowed, even while demand for homes is on the rise.

Elora researcher Lorraine Greaves appointed to Order of Canada
ELORA – Lorraine Greaves has spent years studying the differences between men and women – how they react to drugs, tobacco and alcohol, and how they are treated differently in medical research, health care and in society in general.

Conn man charged in early morning crash on Highway 6 in Arthur
ARTHUR – One driver was arrested and another taken to hospital after an early morning two-vehicle crash on the main street of Arthur on Thursday.

Drivers evading speed cameras a concern for Fergus, Drayton residents
GUELPH – Drivers passing through Fergus are placing pressure on residential streets in an attempt to avoid county speed cameras.
Man, woman charged in copper wire theft
PUSLINCH – Wellington County OPP officials say "a Good Samaritan" called police to report "a suspicious person damaging wires affixed to hydro poles" on Arkell Road on July 2.
Elora Festival launches on July 11 with more than 20 concert experiences
ELORA – The Elora Festival celebrates its 46th edition beginning with the Opening Night Gala: The Genius of Mozart, featuring Canadian soprano, Karina Gauvin, on Friday, July 11.
Driver seriously injured in crash south of Mount Forest
WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington County OPP officials say emergency crews responded at about 8:15 am on July 2 to a collision involving a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck at the intersection of Highway 6 and Sideroad 2.
Barber Parlor owner wins gold at Toronto Barber Expo
FERGUS – Winning third place at the Toronto Barber Expo last year didn’t quite cut it for Mahfoz Adeeb, owner of the Barber Parlor in downtown Fergus. So he hunkered down, increased the challenge, and came home with the first-place trophy after this year’s contest on June 22
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It’s always a pleasure, especially in these uncertain times, to read about a business that has stood the test of time.

Speers Electric, Tried and True
It’s always a pleasure, especially in these uncertain times, to read about a business that has stood the test of time.

Floors Galore at The Carpet Store
What’s beneath your feet? Is your flooring worn, old-fashioned, or stained? Are you looking to change it and would like some ideas or inspiration?

Pioneer Septic Solutions: At the Forefront
Septic systems are an integral and essential part of rural living. The waste and water from rural homes and farms must be treated and disposed of responsibly and according to government regulation.