Helping out – The Palmerston Agricultural Society donated $8,000 to various Minto initiatives and organizations on Aug. 20 at the Minto Farmers Market.
Community News
Township signing subdivision agreement for Mount Forest residential development
WELLINGTON NORTH - The township is entering a subdivision agreement with “5053745 Ontario Inc.” (Brad Wilson) for a residential development located in northeast Mount Forest, bordered by Durham Street, London Road North and Birmingham Street East.
Corn-eating contest a hit at local fair
Corn time – The Minto Farmers Market hosted a corn-eating contest at the Palmerston…
Peter’s No Frills Mount Forest donates to Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation
No Frills donation – Each year, Peter’s No Frills Mount Forest runs a “Give a Little, Help a…
Fill-A-Bus event supports Mount Forest Community Food Pantry
Busload for charity – HomeTown Boutique, Apparel and Gifts held its second annual Fill-A-Bus…
Building permits expected this month for Arthur residential development
WELLINGTON NORTH - Holding provisions have been removed from most lots in an ongoing residential development in northeast Arthur.
Harriston fall fair features country carnival and demolition derby
HARRISTON – “Flannel Shirts and Denim Skirts” is the theme of the 2022 Harriston-Minto Fall Fair, which takes place from Sept. 16 to 18.
Arthur 150th celebration committee hosts volunteer “thank you” barbecue
Thanks, Arthur – A large Canadian flag is seen hanging behind local politicians and community members at a “thank you” barbecue on Aug. 30 to show appreciation for everyone who made the Arthur 150th celebration and Canada Day weekend a resounding success.
Music in the Park free concert collected donations for Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal
Music in the Park – A Music in the Park concert organized by local music teacher Joan Hendershot…
Council approves concept design for outdoor pool in Mount Forest
WELLINGTON NORTH – A scaled-back conceptual design for a proposed new outdoor pool in Mount Forest was approved by Wellington North council on Aug. 29. A detailed concept will go out for a market pricing assessment and return to council for more discussion.
Your Town Rising founders return for downtown celebration
MINTO – The Town of Minto and the local downtown revitalization committees - Harriston Rising, All Aboard Palmerston, and Clifford Connects - have issued an invitation to all to join them in celebrating their downtowns on Sept. 27.
UGDSB preparing for a ‘business as usual’ return to school
GUELPH – As students brace themselves for another school year, the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is preparing for a “business as usual” return to school.
Local churches amalgamate to form new St. James United Church
PALMERSTON – When James Street United Church officially opens for worship here this month it will be a new church with a long history and deep roots in two communities.
Arthur Fall Fair ambassador Emma Smyth second at CNE competition
TORONTO – Arthur fall fair ambassador Emma Smyth placed second at the Canadian National Exhibition’s (CNE) annual Ambassador of the Fair competition.
School boards prepare mental health supports as students return to school
WELLINGTON COUNTY – As another school year approaches, local boards and community organizations are ensuring mental health supports are in full swing to ease the transition period for students returning to school.