ERIN – Downtown Erin was buzzing with activity on June 8, with local stores showcasing their latest style and gift offerings during the Chamber of Commerce’s Erin Summer Jam.
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Second World War plane returns to Goderich, 60 years later
ELORA – The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum’s Lancaster bomber flew from Hamilton to Goderich on June 14, and the Elora Legion got to be part of the festivities.
Police beat: Woman steals $400 worth of products
ELORA – Police are again looking for help to catch a shoplifter, but won’t say where the incident occurred.
Wellington County Museum and Archives new exhibit, ‘Not Just Dirt: Digging into the Science of Soil’
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Jules and Monty Smith got the chance to play in the mud at the opening of the Wellington County Museum and Archives new exhibit, “Not Just Dirt: Digging into the Science of Soil,” on June 15.
Hockey player Ty Martin receives $250 athletic bursary
MAPLETON – Council here presented a $250 athletic bursary cheque to Woolwich Wildcats U13 player Ty Martin on June 11.
Fergus Curling Club will continue with bottle drive
FERGUS - The Fergus Curling Club is grateful for the community support as it raises funds for a new floor.
Musician brings Caribbean and Latin sounds to the Fergus Grand Theatre
FERGUS - Adriano Clark, also known as Free the Revolution, played the Fergus Grand Theatre on June 9 in a production called Awakened Voices that was presented by the Centre Wellington Black Committee.
Elora Community Theatre holding auditions for ‘Grinch, the Panto’
ELORA – Christmas in June? Not exactly, although the Elora Community Theatre is preparing for its upcoming performance of Grinch, the Panto.
Erin seeks feedback on reserve spending
ERIN – The town is turning to local business owners for ideas on how to best utilize $30,000 remaining in a reserve fund aimed at helping residents and businesses during the construction of the municipality’s wastewater treatment plant.
British rock band brings songs from the 60’s to Fergus
FERGUS – British Beat 66 brought its repertoire of British bands from the 1960s to the Fergus…
WHSS Ultimate Frisbee team placed first in tournament
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School Ultimate Frisbee team placed first in their tournament on May 17.
Blessings to You Centre donates $7,000 to fund families in Minto and Mapleton
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston Blessings to You Centre supports the Community Resource Centre in Fergus by providing funds for Minto and Mapleton families.
Fergus Horticultural Society garden tour promises inspriation, relaxation, and education
FERGUS - The Fergus and District Horticultural Society is holding its garden tour that is described by vice president Mary Ann Branciere as being “colourful, inspiring, relaxing, peaceful, and educational.”
Bill Nelson recognized for 45 years of realtor service
MOUNT FOREST– Mount Forest Coldwell Banker WIN Reality Brokerage owner and broker of record Bill Nelson was recognized on May 29 by the Realtors Association of Grey Bruce Owen Sound (RAGBOS) for 45 years of service.
NDSS Students’ displayed their art at the Minto Arts Council Gallery
MINTO – The Norwell District Secondary School (NDSS) Student Art Show was displayed at the Minto Arts Council Gallery from June 4 to 15.