MOUNT FOREST – Maggie Schram, owner and operator of Magpie’s Bakery, announced the business’ official closure on the bakery’s Facebook page on Sept. 4.
Community News
Mount Forest Lions Club raises $12,500 for cancer
MOUNT FOREST – On Sept. 7 the Mount Forest Lion’s Club held its first dinner and dance fundraiser in support of research and treatment of childhood cancers.
Political leaders attend Arthur Caressant Care’s community day
ARTHUR – Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Home in Arthur held a community engagement day on Sept. 13, with MP John Nater and Wellington North Mayor Andy Lennox in attendance.
Lovers of the Birds
I would like to share with you a fascinating book entitled Where the Falcon Flies by Adam Schoalts. If it interests you, you may find this book through the Wellington County Library.
Harriston-Minto Fall Fair brings crowds to community
HARRISTON – The Harriston-Minto Fall Fair, from Sept. 13 to 15, included bouncy houses, horse shows, a parade and much more.
Palmerston Terry Fox Run raises at least $7,700
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Terry Fox Run took place on Sept. 15, raising at least $7,700.
Reflections
Getting ahead. Getting started. Getting it done. Getting better. Getting what you want. Getting your point across. Getting the last word. We are always getting after something.
Arthur’s first ever Autofest a hit
ARTHUR – Attendees flooded the Arthur Community Fairgrounds to enjoy cars, music, food and beverages during the first Arthur Autofest on Sept.13.
MP John Nater presents certificate to 100-year old Arthur resident
ARTHUR – Caressant Care Nursing and Retirement Home in Arthur held a community engagement day on Sept. 13, during which Perth-Wellington MP John Nater presented a certificate of recognition to resident Olga Tombs, congratulating her on her 100th birthday.
Drayton Terry Fox Run raises over $9,000
MAPLETON – The Drayton Terry Fox Run on Sept. 15 raised more than $9,000. The sun was shining bright on run day.
Mapleton to stick with two-hour parking limit, increase signage
MAPLETON – Parking signs in downtown Drayton and Moorefield are set to be updated, but the two-hour limits are here to stay.
Ontario Culture Days returns to Minto with arts, culture, heritage
MINTO – A national celebration of arts and culture is returning to hundreds of communities across Ontario for the 14th anniversary of Ontario Culture Days.
Kincardine man dead following three-vehicle crash near Arthur
WELLINGTON NORTH – Emergency crews responded to the scene, on Wellington Road 109 west of Arthur, on Sept. 16 at about 6:15am.
Blue-green algae present at Conestogo, Guelph, Belwood lakes: GRCA
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Blue-green algae has been spotted at all three Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) reservoirs in Wellington County.
Volunteer celebration, newcomer event draws hundreds in Mount Forest
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest and District Sports Complex was buzzing with excitement on Sept. 12, as a Volunteer Celebration and Newcomer Welcome event welcomed both new and preexisting members of the Wellington North community.