MINTO – The Minto Arts Council held an opening night for its seventh juried art show at the Harriston library on May 9. The show runs until May 24.
Community News
Norwell embraces Mental Health Awareness Week with guest speaker Paulie O’Byrne
PALMERSTON – Last week, Norwell District Secondary School (NDSS) celebrated and embraced Mental Health Education and Awareness Week with guest speaker Paulie O’Byrne, a mental health specialist with the Canadian Hockey League (CHL).
Moorefield Excavating makes multiple donations
MOOREFIELD - On May 7, Moorefield Excavating met with the MRI+ Campaign Committee to pledge $250,000 to the campaign, as well as donate $10,000 to the 2024 Starlight Hospital Gala.
Zombie Prom comes to Wellington Heights Secondary School
MOUNT FOREST– Wellington Heights Secondary School will be producing the off-broadway musical Zombie Prom written by John Dempsey and Hugh Murphy, and composed by Dana P. Rowe.
Arthur Lions’ annual Duck Race
ARTHUR – The Arthur Lions’ annual Duck Race took place on May 11, and over 900 tickets were sold for the event, which raises funds for the community.
Minto Farmers’ Market opens June 1
MINTO – Fresh air and fresh food is a Minto Farmers’ Market promise, according to a recent social media post in which officials announced this year’s market will open on June 1.
Agriculture-based learning program proposal bogged down by safety concerns
KENILWORTH – Local agencies want more information about a proposed outdoor learning program outside of Arthur before they can take a firm stance on a rezoning application.
Resident celebrates 50 years of music
HARRISTON – Local resident Dorothy Harrison is celebrating 50 years of music, memories and harmony.
Drug, traffic violations among priorities for OPP
MINTO – Dangerous traffic violations and drug use in the community are among the police focuses highlighted in a recent OPP report to town council.
Kinette club set to replace Drayton playground
DRAYTON – The Kinette Club of Drayton is working towards replacing a community playground, and Mapleton council will provide $9,950 towards the initiative.
Drayton’s Food-A-Palooza returns May 25
DRAYTON – Food-A-Palooza is back on May 25 for its third consecutive year at the Drayton Municipal Parkade.
Concerns raised over spending on grants, donations
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council approved $82,635 in donations and fee waivers to local community groups and organizations at its April 22 meeting, but some council members say spending needs to be reined in.
Palmerston Marlins Ladies Softball Association celebrates 30th anniversary
PALMERSTON – There were plenty of ball games on May 4 to mark the 30th anniversary of the Palmerston Marlins Ladies Softball Association.
Freezer donated to Meals on Wheels
MOUNT FOREST – Victorian Order of Nurses Meals on Wheels thanks Cancer Patient Services Mount Forest for donating a freezer to its program.
Junior Norwell Varsity Reds end their season on top
LISTOWEL – The Junior Norwell Varsity Reds hockey team competed in a six-team tournament on April 26 in Listowel to end the hockey season.