39 years ago Wellington Advertiser, 1981 About 550 students had to spend the night of Feb. 18 in…
Wellington North launches Digital Main Street Service Squad
KENILWORTH - Wellington North Township has announced it received a $10,000 grant from Digital Main Street (DMS) to fund a Digital Service Squad to help downtown small businesses improve their online capabilities.
Darren’s Day 2020 in Palmerston on Feb. 17
PALMERSTON - The Second Annual Darren’s Day is scheduled for Family Day 2020 on Feb. 17.
Patriots end regular season on high, break team record for total wins
MOUNT FOREST – It’s been a record-breaking regular season for the Mount Forest Patriots.…
Memories of North Wellington – 02/06/20
67 years ago Drayton Advocate, 1953 Mr. and Mrs. William John Workman are looking forward with…
Memories of Wellington North: 01/30/20
40 years ago Wellington Advertiser, 1980 The Welcome Wagon began business in Mount Forest. The…
Local OPP offer winter driving tips
WELLINGTON COUNTY – With the area experiencing wild swings in weather in recent weeks, local drivers have been challenged with everything from blizzard conditions to rain and ice storms.
Dixi le Roux exhibit set to open at Minto Arts Gallery in Harriston
HARRISTON - An exhibition by Dixi le Roux is set to open Feb. 6 at the Minto Arts Gallery.
North Wellington municipalities receive almost $2 million through OICIF in 2020
WELLINGTON COUNTY – North Wellington municipalities will receive nearly $2 million through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) in 2020.
Contracts announced for local broadband projects
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A Jan. 20 announcement of contracts to expand high-speed broadband services to nearly 2,900 homes and businesses in Wellington County includes agreements for projects in Mapleton and Wellington North.
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OPP urge citizens to be cautious around ice
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Wellington County OPP are reminding the public they still need to be cautious even though the temperature has dropped and there is some ice on rivers, ponds and lakes throughout the county.
Memories of Wellington North: 01/23/20
70 years ago Drayton Advocate, 1950 Warden Archie W. Beattie, who made history last week by being…
Patriots lose games to Bulldogs, Ironmen during tough week in PJHL
MOUNT FOREST - In a return match, the Kincardine Bulldogs earned a 5-2 win over the Mount Forest Patriots in Junior C action on Jan. 15.