MINTO - All playgrounds in Minto are now open and town officials say the municipal office will "soon" follow.
Community News
New water/wastewater rate structure to take effect in Mapleton on Aug. 1
MAPLETON – Water and wastewater costs for the typical Mapleton residence will increase over 20% under a new rate structure approved by council.
Sale of seat naming rights approved for sports complex in Mount Forest
WELLINGTON NORTH – A plan to raise funds by selling naming rights for seats at the Mount Forest and District Sports Complex was approved by township council on July 13.
Wellington North adds to CIP program, will close downtown streets on weekends
WELLINGTON NORTH – Downtown streets in Arthur and Mount Forest will be closed on alternating August weekends to promote local shopping.
Minto declines to review bylaw governing kennels despite concerns from residents
MINTO – Council here has declined to review the town’s bylaw regulating kennels after discussing concerns expressed by local residents.
Underground propane storage facility proposed in Alma
ALMA – Mapleton Township council is considering a zoning amendment that would clear the way for a large underground propane storage facility here.
Councillor proposes tipping fee waiver on leaf and yard waste
WELLINGTON NORTH – Township councillor Dan Yake wants Wellington County to drop tipping fees on…
Here4Hope strategy continues to evolve during pandemic
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Among the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are the effects on the mental health of the local population.
Seniors’ Centre for Excellence offers tips to stay connected
DRAYTON – As of July 7, the Seniors’ Centre for Excellence in Mapleton will be using its…
Blood donor clinics in Drayton cancelled; public urged to attend Palmerston events
DRAYTON – Due to continued uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic and physical distancing…
Citizen group keeps up fight against nuclear waste dump
TEESWATER – Organizers of a campaign to stop a high level radioactive waste Deep Geological Repository (DGR) in South Bruce say it has gained new momentum with a recent victory and hiring of a renowned environmental lawyer.
Minto ending online updates for now
MINTO – Municipal officials here are taking a break from weekly online updates designed to keep…
Minto reminding residents of kennel regulations
MINTO – Town officials are reminding residents about the kennel provisions in the…
Mapleton lifts open air burn ban
MAPLETON - A ban on open air burning has been lifted.
Kenilworth man wins $250,000 in Instant lottery
Lotto winner – Dwayne Pichette of Kenilworth won $250,000 with Instant Bingo Multiplier.…