PALMERSTON – The Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation is once again presenting its Starlight Gala, marking 22 years of fundraising for essential medical equipment and needs.
Clifford community pantry moves to new home at library
CLIFFORD – A community pantry in Clifford is being relocated, due to weather issues.
RNAO celebrates 100 years of advocacy
WELLINGTON COUNTY – In 1925, the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) was created to advocate for nurses and the health care system.
Young entrepreneur to host beauty salon grand opening in Palmerston
PALMERSTON – A new beauty salon, owned by a young entrepreneur, is slated to hold its grand opening very soon.
Harriston to host Cultural Symposium at library on May 30
HARRISTON – An event representing the importance of arts and culture in rural communities is making its way to Minto.
Harriston Food Bank celebrates 35th anniversary
HARRISTON – On March 7, 1990, Bev May founded the Harriston Food Bank with a $100 donation.
Veteran urges others to showcase their Canadian patriotism
FERGUS – Veteran John Flannery has taken it upon himself to create a Canadian patriotism movement for all citizens to follow.
Damaged Green Legacy greenhouse to get $44,000 makeover
WELLINGTON NORTH – The county’s Green Legacy program operates two nurseries, and due to drastic weather this past winter, one will require a serious makeover.
New Erin library to open shortly after Labour Day
ERIN – The town’s new $12.8-million library branch is slated to open to the public shortly after Labour Day.
County council approves new speed camera revenue policy
GUELPH – About $4 million in gross revenue has been generated to the end of March through the county's automated speed enforcement program. The county's share of that is $1.5 million.
Bryant, Irving have volunteered for over two decades at Wellington Terrace
FERGUS – Volunteering isn’t for everyone but for Julie Wheeler Bryant and Rod Irving, the last 20 years have been nothing short of amazing.
Wellington County waste facilities to accept new materials
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington County waste facilities are now equipped to divert drywall, shingles and mattresses.
Minto councillors voice strong feelings about ‘strong mayor powers’
MINTO – Two municipalities in Wellington County have been selected to receive "strong mayor powers" and some Minto councillors feel “highly insulted” and concerned by the move.
County council to review speed camera policy
GUELPH – A new automated speed enforcement (ASE) policy will be making its way to a county council meeting this week.
Minto Pride seek volunteers for Pride in the Park
MINTO – For the last six years, Rosie Krul, along with many others, has been creating a safe queer community in the rural area of Minto.