MOUNT FOREST – People gathered in Mount Forest Aug. 21 to remember the lives lost from drug poisoning and substance abuse.
Minor variance approved for proposed townhouse subdivision
Minor variance approved for proposed townhouse subdivision
Saugeen Hospice to break ground in summer 2028
HARRISTON – The Saugeen Hospice board of directors updated Minto residents about its mission, goals and next steps at an Aug. 14 meeting. Construction of the six-bed facility is expected to begin in 2028.
Lives lost to drug poisoning remembered in Mount Forest
MOUNT FOREST – People gathered in Mount Forest Aug. 21 to remember lives lost from drug poisoning and substance abuse.
Volunteers celebrate success of Mount Forest Community Garden
MOUNT FOREST – Local green thumbs gathered despite heavy rain and mud to celebrate the success of a community garden that brings people together and helps to support social causes.
Harriston’s downtown set to be ‘beautified’ with painted alleyway
MINTO – The grassroots, community-led Harriston Rising movement is “beautifying” downtown Harriston once again.
Rare virus claims life of second horse
An unvaccinated eight-year-old shetland pony is dead after becoming infected with a case of eastern equine encephalitis virus. It's the second case to have been confirmed in Wellington County this year.
‘Support not Stigma’ is message for Drug Poisoning Awareness Day
WELLINGTON COUNTY – More than 2,200 Ontarians died from drug poisoning last year, which is why Wellington Guelph Drug Strategy manager Jean Hopkins is committed to raising awareness whilst battling the stigma.
Forensic vet teaches students to identify, report animal abuse/neglect
GUELPH – Ontario Veterinary College professor and forensic vet Dr. Shane Bateman decided to take a stand against animal abuse/neglect and now empowers the next generation to be the voice for the voiceless.
Town supports proposed 70-space child care centre in Clifford
MINTO – KinderRise Academy representative Kasia Baniak presented a proposal for a 70-space early learning centre to Minto council on Aug. 12.
Contractor repaints Elora water tower after lettering snafu
ELORA – It took a few attempts to get a paint job on the Elora water tower correct.
Roy Hurlbut retires trumpet after 66 years with Fergus Brass Band
FERGUS – What began as a dream to become a rock star evolved into 66 years of local music, friendships and commitment for Roy Hurlbut.
Farmers’ Market Family Day set for Aug. 16
PALMERSTON – Minto Farmers’ Market in partnership with the Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum is slated to host a Family Day event to promote local shopping and community engagement.
Palmerston Car and Truck Show to celebrate 20th year
PALMERSTON – Engines are revving up just in time for Palmerston’s 20th annual Car and Truck Show.
Horse euthanized after rare equine virus discovered in county
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The first confirmed case of eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV) in Wellington County has left a local horse dead.