MINTO – Plans for recreation programming remain flexible here, as the region readjusts to the provincial COVID-19 framework following the lifting of a province-wide stay-at-home order on Feb. 12.
Community News
Minto updating development charges bylaw to reflect changes in provincial legislation
MINTO – A public meeting was held on March 2 on proposed amendments to the Town of Minto’s development charges bylaw.
Minto to consider report on proposed off-road vehicles bylaw in April
MINTO – A report on a proposed bylaw to allow use of off-road vehicles (ORVs) on municipal roads is expected to be on the agenda for the April 6 town council meeting.
Fund set up for family of Arthur woman who died in crash
ARTHUR – A fundraiser for the family of a local woman who lost her life in a tragic car crash has already raised over $73,000.
COVID-19 outbreak declared over at Caressant Care Arthur
ARTHUR – With no active cases among residents or staff, the COVID-19 outbreak at Caressant Care Arthur is finally over. The long-term care outbreak, which infected 57 residents and 63 staff and led to 19 resident deaths, was declared over late in the day on March 2.
Sparkling scenery in Minto
Sparkling scenery – Recent snowfalls have created a variety of pleasant scenes around…
Empty drop-off in Alma supports pollinator project
ALMA – The Alma Optimist Club will be collecting returnable empty bottles and cans on March…
Local consultations inform budget process: Pettapiece
QUEEN’S PARK – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece hosted pre-budget consultations with…
Winter fun at Palmerston’s Lawrence Park
Winter Fun – Lawrence Park in Palmerston has been popular place for young snow sliders thanks…
Kiki Maple Water now available in Loblaw’s brand locations
ARTHUR – Troll Bridge Creek Inc., makers of KiKi Maple Water, recently announced an expansion…
OFA Viewpoint: Prioritizing agriculture
As we continue to work through this busy year, many farmers may find themselves so consumed in the…
Three in 10 Canadians in worse financial shape due to pandemic
TORONTO- A new study reveals a decline in the overall financial health of Canadians since the…
Mapleton Chamber plans AGM
MAPLETON – The Mapleton Chamber of Commerce will be holding a virtual annual general meeting on…
Martin again questions need for continued local state of emergency
MAPLETON – Mayor Gregg Davidson says further discussion among Wellington County municipal leaders is needed before the local state of emergency can be lifted.
Inspection report shows Caressant Care Arthur didn’t cohort residents, staff
ARTHUR – A provincial long-term care home inspection report indicates Caressant Care Arthur failed to separate COVID-positive residents from others and also failed to cohort workers, which “put residents and staff at risk of further transmission” of the virus.