MINTO - The Town of Minto and local downtown revitalization committees are planning “Pop-Up Newcomers’ Welcome Receptions” in Clifford, Harriston and Palmerston for new residents to stop by and learn more about their new community.
Community News
Township offering bags of fun to local residents for Canada Day
MAPLETON – A full scale Canada Day party won’t be happening here in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the township is still planning to help residents celebrate their nation’s birthday.
Council okays funding application
CLIFFORD – Minto council has endorsed an application to fund enhancements to Clifford Rotary Celebration Square through the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (CHCI).
Minto Pride decorates Clifford downtown for month of June
CLIFFORD - The rainbow colours of Pride went on display in the village of Clifford on May 30 just in time for the beginning of Pride Month in June.
Rotary plans drive-thru dinner
CLIFFORD - The Clifford Rotary Club continues to take on projects to better the community of Clifford, even under these uncertain times, while following COVID-19 protocols and restrictions.
Council awards $2.5-million tender for Arthur Connecting Link project
WELLINGTON NORTH – Council here has awarded a $2.5-million contract for the Highway 6 Connecting Link project in Arthur. On May 25 council unanimously awarded the Smith/George Street (Highway 6) tender to Steed and Evans at a cost of $2,537,215.
Neighbour seeking community donations for Mount Forest fire victims
MOUNT FOREST – A neighbour has started an online fundraiser to help a family whose apartment was destroyed by fire earlier this week. The family lost everything in the fire and it will be a long time before the apartment will be liveable again.
Palmerston man faces 10 additional sexual assault charges
PALMERSTON – A Palmerston man charged earlier this year with sexual assault now faces an additional 10 charges and police say there could be additional victims.
County seeks comments on solutions for four old bridges near Arthur
WELLINGTON NORTH – The County of Wellington is seeking public input on an environmental assessment study of potential solutions to resolve the poor condition of four bridges southeast of Arthur.
Wrighthaven homes granted variances for Creekbank Meadows project
PALMERSTON – Minor variances were granted on two blocks of property in the Creekbank Meadows development here, clearing the path for construction of two townhouse buildings.
Minto enters Metz Community Giant Pumpkin Challenge
Minto enters Metz mix – The Town of Minto is getting involved in the 2021 Metz Community Giant…
Walk for Dog Guides goes virtual
MOUNT FOREST – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mount Forest Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is being held virtually this year.
Arthur Horticultural Society host annual plant sale
Plant sale in Arthur – The Arthur Horticultural Society brought a splash of colour to town on…
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild creates virtual show
MINTO – Unable to take to the stage due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Grey Wellington Theatre Guild…
Ontario expands rapid testing supplies for workplaces
PERTH-WELLINGTON - The Ontario government has launched a new rapid testing portal to make it easier for essential businesses to access free rapid testing to help keep employees and their families safe.