ABOYNE – The inaugural Wellington County Writers Festival launched here on April 23 was a hit with writers and readers alike. A total of 45 authors and book vendors were on hand for the event at the Wellington County Museum and Archives.
Community News
Guild brings Norm Foster comedy to stage in Harriston
HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) is bringing a feel-good comedy from one of Canada’s most prolific playwrights to the stage this spring.
Reflections: Rooting out sin
Something that Wes and I are reminded of each year is that a well-kept garden is not defined by…
Kids Corner consignment store opens in Mount Forest
Kids Corner – Stumbled Upon (Consignment Store) in Mount Forest celebrated its 10 year…
Mother’s Day events planned in Drayton
DRAYTON – The PMD arena is the place to be for early Mother’s Day activities in Mapleton.
Dan Yake announces he is running for mayor of Wellington North
WELLINGTON NORTH – A councillor for 28 years, Dan Yake has announced he's entering the race for mayor of Wellington North in the upcoming municipal election on Oct. 24.
Wellington North moving to second stage of study on cannabis production land uses
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Township of Wellington North has completed the first of a four-stage study of policy and land uses for cannabis cultivation. In the spring staff will be advancing to the second stage of developing policy options and a zoning bylaw to bring back to council.
GWTG set to stage Norm Foster comedy ‘Halfway There’
HARRISTON – A feel-good comedy with a familiar small-town setting is the Grey Wellington Theatre Guild’s (GWTG) stage offering this spring.
Cost of paying Minto politicians down by $12,000 in 2021
MINTO – The total cost of paying local politicians in Minto decreased by nearly $12,000 last year. On April 19, treasurer Gordon Duff provided a report on council remuneration and expenses for 2021.
Derby Street extension proposed to ease traffic concerns in new subdivision
PALMERSTON – Some local residents remain concerned about a proposal to increase the density of a planned subdivision here despite the addition of an additional access road and a park area.
Wellington North senior recognized for community volunteer efforts
MOUNT FOREST – Kay Ayres is such a treasure to Wellington North she was twice presented with the township’s 2022 Senior of the Year Award.
Minto resident wins $36,000 in Drayton Entertainment’s March Ultimate 50/50 Draw
MINTO – Kelly Lenselink thought it might be a joke when she got a call on April 1 and was told that she was the lucky winner of Drayton Entertainment’s March Ultimate 50/50 Draw.
Drayton resident charged with sexual assault of minors
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A Drayton resident faces four counts of sexual assault involving multiple victims under the age of 16.
Mapleton Preschool hosted Easter egg hunt
Mapleton egg hunt – After a two-year hiatus, Mapleton Preschool hosted its Easter egg hunt at Kinsmen Park in Drayton on April 16.
Mount Forest Lions Club hosted Easter egg hunt
Lions host hunt – The Mount Forest Lions Club hosted its first Easter egg hunt on April 16 at Campbell De Vore Park.