HARRISTON – A local realism artist is being recognized for her talents in the 17th International Art Renewal Centre (ARC) Salon Competition based in New York.
Minto Fire disbands specialty rescue teams
MINTO – The Minto Fire Department is seeking support from Centre Wellington as it disbands two specialty rescue teams.
Erin council votes to pause implementation of new logo
ERIN – In the face of significant backlash from the community, Erin officials have now paused the implementation of a new town logo.
Brothers take company to North Carolina for hurricane restoration support
CENTRE WELLINGTON – A local powerline company has travelled to North Carolina to help restore communities after Hurricane Helene’s devastating damages.
Minto council approves $3,000 structural grant for two Harriston properties
HARRISTON – Council approved a structural grant of $3,000 for two properties at its Oct. 1 meeting.
Council approves signage grant
HARRISTON – Town council has approved a signage grant through the municipality’s Community Improvement Program (CIP) budget to improve a “longstanding” business in downtown Harriston.
St. John Brebeuf Catholic School parent council participates in Erin Fall Fair display competition
ERIN – The parents at St. John Brebeuf Catholic Elementary School have been busy defending their title for the best Erin Fall Fair promotional display. With the help of many hands on a Saturday morning, the school’s 2024 Erin Fall Fair display was complete. “This year was good; there was about 10
Erin releases budget survey for community input
ERIN – Before the official 2025 budget is confirmed, the town has released a municipal budget survey to gain input from residents.
Minto council designates dog dangerous after ‘severe’ biting incident
MINTO – A dog bite that left a Minto resident needing 10 stitches has led to a “dangerous dog” designation by council.
Clifford splash pad may come to fruition
CLIFFORD – A recently released provincial funding program may be the key to the community of Clifford receiving a new splash pad.
Community invited to participate in ‘Creatures of Clifford’ contest
CLIFFORD – The Clifford community is getting into the Halloween spirit with a new event entitle “Creatures of Clifford.”
Teviotdale’s new sign highlights six historical features in community
TEVIOTDALE – A community which lies on the border between Perth County and Wellington County has more history than some may think.
Monster Month brings ghouls, goblins to Centre Wellington
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Elora and Fergus are calling all ghouls, ghosts and monsters to celebrate the month of October with Sensational Elora’s Monster Month.
Erin Fall Fair returns with theme Country Routes and Rubber Boots
ERIN – For many locals and visitors, Thanksgiving weekend has become synonymous with the Erin Fall Fair.
Fire safety and prevention in rural areas
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – Fires in rural areas differ from those in cities, but knowing prevention and safety measures can make dangerous situations manageable.