GUELPH – A Mount Forest man charged with driving offences that resulted in the February death of Sharmila Jeyaruban has been handed a fine and a two-year driving prohibition following a joint Crown-defence sentencing recommendation.
Community News
Keira Healey wins gold with Ontario Red at nationals in Dawson Creek, BC
ARTHUR – Keira Healey from Arthur played with Team Ontario Red and won gold in the Canadian Junior Hockey Nationals in early November.
Mount Forest resident wins $140,000 Catch the Ace jackpot
ABOYNE – The Fergus Elora Rotary Club held its 49th weekly Catch the Ace draw on Nov. 12 and drew Tena Stortz’s name out of a drum containing 6,760 ballots.
Varsity boys soccer team travels to Shelburne for semi-final
NORWELL – The Norwell District Secondary School varsity boys soccer team travelled to Shelburne on Oct. 30 to face off against Centre Dufferin District High School in the District 4 semi-final.
Minto Fire hosts Santa Claus Parade in downtown Clifford
CLIFFORD – The Clifford Santa Claus Parade was hosted by Minto Fire on the evening of Nov. 25.
‘Christmas in the Street’ shopping held in Rotary Celebration Square
CLIFFORD – “Christmas in the Street” took place here on Nov. 25 beginning at 5pm until its parade started at 7pm.
Non-motorized Holstein parade a seasonal spectacle on Dec. 9
HOLSTEIN – Holstein’s 30th Non-Motorized Santa Claus Parade is set for Dec. 9 at 1pm.
Town backs higher tax credit for firefighters
MINTO – Town council here is supporting a resolution calling on the federal government to increase a tax credit for volunteer firefighters.
Blessings to You Centre Supports Junior Broomball
PALMERSTON – The Blessings to You Centre is committed to “giving back” to worthwhile endeavours in the community.
Matilda comes to Hanover Civic Theatre
MINTO – Two Minto residents have been busy rehearsing for the upcoming production of Matilda with the Hanover Community Players.
Local musicians entertain at event in downtown Harriston
HARRISTON – Several local musicians performed downtown during the Harriston Rising Candy Canes and Cocktails event on Nov. 15.
Santa on his way to Palmerston for annual parade
PALMERSTON – The 2023 Palmerston Santa Claus Parade will be held on Dec. 2.
CPSC donates $25,000 to LMH
MOUNT FOREST – The 22nd Annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon, which raises funds in support of local hospitals in southwestern Ontario was held Oct 21.
Horticultural society awards annual bursary
HARRISTON– Kate Howlett received the Harriston and District Horticultural Society bursary at the recent Norwell District Secondary School commencement.