Nearly half a century after it was first launched, the seasonal labour program at the root of…
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Schieck seeks re-election as trustee
Incumbent Upper Grand District School Board trustee Bruce Schieck has officially announced his…
Noise exemption granted for 2014 Drayton Fair
Mapleton council has approved a request for an exemption from the township's noise bylaw for…
Angelstone events
Angelstone Tournaments will be hosting three Grand Prix events. The Champions Grand Prix is Aug.…
Agricultural Society hosts tractor pull in Palmerston
Heavy pullers - The Palmerston Agricultural Society hosted its annual tractor pull at the local…
Plant right to save water and money in case of harsh summer weather
Many communities endure harsh summers characterized by high temperatures and infrequent…
County 4-H clubs host fun day and barbecue
4-H fun - Wellington County 4-H hosted a Family Fun Day and barbecue on July 20 from 11am to 3pm at…
OPINION: OFA partners with municipal government to improve rural infrastructure
Municipal funding for rural road and bridge improvements was on the agenda at a recent meeting…
OMAFRA Report
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Grand Valley goes green and yellow for annual John Deere Show
Fields of green - The iconic John Deere farm equipment brand's familiar green and yellow color…
Pony club hosted Prince Philip Games in Fergus
The Prince Philip Games are a team competition played by pony clubs all over the world. This year's…
Protect your horse from hazards
Often times, horse owners feel their beloved equines are simply a magnet for…
Industry Day set for Aug. 4
Grand River Raceway's Industry Day is widely regarded as one of the best days of the summer for…
“Hydration is everything” for horses
"Hydration is everything." That is the message Dr. Bri Henderson, assistant team vet for Canada's…
Waples: Driving horses an “adrenaline rush”
What's it like to be going crazy fast behind a 1,000-pound animal, with no seat belt, just two…