KENILWORTH – If the Wellington North community of Arthur is to see more development, the township must upgrade the capacity of its wastewater treatment plant. But the question of how to pay for the $13.5-million estimated cost for a second-phase upgrade looms large.
Wellington North
Wellington Advertiser nominated for 2023 OCNA awards
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Wellington Advertiser has been named one of the top three community newspapers in Ontario in its circulation class for the fifth straight year.
Michael Hurst sentenced to 4.5 years in third sexual assault trial
GUELPH - Palmerston resident Michael Hurst was sentenced to 4.5 years in a federal penitentiary on Feb. 14 following a third trial for sexually assaulting two women.
Provincial inspection at Harriston long-term care home results in five compliance notices
HARRISTON – The operator of a Harriston long-term care residence says it’s taking action to rectify non-compliance issues discovered by ministry inspectors, including reimbursing residents for improper charges.
Lions hold elimination draw
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Lions hosted a Valentines Day Elimination Draw and Dance on Feb. 10.
Minto 81’s take 2-0 lead in OEHL playoff series
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL), which includes two Wellington County-based teams, has begun first-round playoff series and announced the historic trophies that will be handed out to its first champions this spring.
Reflections
St. Valentine’s day turns our minds to thinking about love and faith.
Town approves signage grant for cannabis store
MINTO – Town council has approved a $332 signage grant for a soon-to-be opened Palmerston cannabis store.
Mad Dogs U9 hockey team place second in International Silver Stick tournament
MINTO - The Minto Mad Dogs U9 hockey team reached the finals at the International Silver Stick 2023/24 tournament in Lambton Shores from Feb. 9 to 11.
Non-profit groups invited to apply for charity golf tourney funds
MINTO – Local non-profit organizations can now apply for a share of the proceeds from the 14th Annual Minto Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament.