Market opens – The first Mapleton Farmers Market of the season opened on June 16. Future…
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Norwell student awarded Schulich Leader Scholarship
HARRISTON – Daniel Weppler, a student at Norwell District Secondary School (NDSS), has received a Schulich Leader Scholarship. The program gives students $80,000 to $100,000 to use toward their post-secondary education.
Matt Ottens family fundraiser reaches $155,000 following June 13 tragedy
MAPLETON – As a family and community continue to mourn the sudden passing of Matt Ottens following a tragic incident at Conestogo Lake, the overwhelming public response to a fundraiser initiated by a close friend has provided some comfort and support.
Minto Pride committee active in June
MINTO – The local Pride committee has been active throughout Pride Month.
Council approves agreements for industrial lots in Harriston, Palmerston
MINTO – Town council has approved the sale of the last remaining serviced lot in the Harriston Industrial Park. Council also approved a purchase option agreement for two lots in the industrial park in Palmerston at the June 15 meeting.
Citizens urged to call police on ORV lawbreakers in Minto
MINTO – Deputy mayor Dave Turton said he’s heard concerns from local residents about off-road vehicles (ORV) on Minto roads and says those who encounter lawbreakers should call the police.
Minto council discusses ‘disturbing’ report on attainable housing
MINTO – A report on Wellington County’s attainable housing strategy was called “fairly disturbing,” by one member of town council here.
Township to proceed with aquatic, day camp programs
WELLINGTON NORTH – Council here has voted to proceed with the township’s summer 2021 aquatic and summer day camp programs, in compliance with federal, provincial and local health unit guidelines and rules.
Mount Forest Lions donate $3,100 to WES for Youth Online
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Lions Club has donated $3,132 to Wellness and Emotional Support (WES) for Youth Online, a free virtual counselling service for Ontario youth aged 13 to 24.
Council approves funds for fire service modernization measures
MINTO – Town council has authorized the local fire service management team to use municipal modernization funds supplied by the province to implement recommendations in a Fire Service Modernization report.
Flagpole installed in Celebration Square
CLIFFORD - A new flagpole is the latest addition to Clifford Rotary Celebration Square.
Longtime politician passes at 75
NORTH PERTH – Longtime North Perth councillor and former Perth County Warden Meredith (Mert) Schneider has passed away.
Mount Forest Lions host annual roadside clean-up
Clean up crew – Members of the Mount Forest Lions Club were busy picking up litter in the…
Splash pad at ABC Park is the coolest spot in Drayton
The splash pad at ABC Park was a popular spot for cooling off during hot temperatures experienced…
Rotary chicken barbecue sells out
CLIFFORD - The Clifford Rotarians hosted a sold-out drive-thru chicken barbecue on June 4 at the community centre in Clifford.