GUELPH – 4-H Ontario has announced the selection of six ambassadors who will represent and champion the 4-H program across the province in 2024.
LOTTO 6/49 second prize winner
GUELPH – Peter Drexler of Guelph can “find his possible” after winning a LOTTO 6/49 second prize worth $57,512 in the Jan. 31 LOTTO 6/49 draw.
$100,000 donation for Palmerston MRI
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Thrift Shop was the setting for a $100,000 cheque presentation (pledged over two years) to support the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s MRI+ Campaign.
Pink Shirt Day at Wellington Heights Secondary School
MOUNT FOREST – Students and teachers at Wellington Heights Secondary School in Mount Forest wore pink to school on Feb. 28 in recognition of Pink Shirt Day and to show solidarity against bullying.
Spring fitness: how to avoid overexertion and stay healthy
Spring is a season of renewal, and after the winter hibernation, many of us are eager to get back into exercise.
Mount Forest Lions host egg hunt for Easter
MOUNT FOREST – Mount Forest Lions Club members served hot dogs and cold water in return for food bank donations during the well-attended event.
Visions from COAA latest exhibit at Minto Arts Gallery in Harriston
HARRISTON – A new exhibit Visions, by the members of the Central Ontario Art Association (COAA), will be on display at the Minto Arts Gallery from April 24 to 26.
Minto 81’s win inaugural OEHL title
PALMERSTON – The Minto 81’s have captured the inaugural Ontario Elite Hockey League Senior AA championship.
Patriots trail Barons in PJHL division final
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Patriots trail the Hanover Barons two games to one in their Provincial Junior Hockey League Pollock Division final playoff series.
Support for local food banks
MINTO – The Clifford Lions Club donated $100 and a quantity of non-perishable goods to the Harriston Food Bank.
Reflections: Exceeding expectations
When Mary and Martha’s brother Lazarus became sick, Mary and Martha expected Jesus to intervene in the situation.
Arthur Seniors’ Shuffleboard round robin
ARTHUR – On March 27 the Arthur Seniors held their winter shuffleboard round robin.
Optimists host eggs-citing Easter event in Minto
MINTO - Town of Minto Optimists organized Easter Egg Hunts in Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston on March 30.
Wolverines teams enjoy successful season
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School Senior Girls volleyball team, coached by Ms. Kosempel and Ms. Topham, had a very successful season, finishing fourth this year with six wins and four losses
Catch the Ace committee donates to Mount Forest Minor Ball Association
MOUNT FOREST – Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 Catch the Ace committee members recently presented a cheque for $1,500 to the Mount Forest Minor Ball Association.