WELLINGTON NORTH – Two Arthur-area meat processors will receive an influx of federal and provincial tax dollars for facility upgrades.
No probe into Winnipeg lab security breach documents after Chong’s motion thwarted
OTTAWA – Top federal public health and intelligence officials won’t be appearing before a parliamentary committee to answer questions about recently declassified documents detailing investigations that led to the firing of two scientists from the Winnipeg National Microbiology Laboratory.
Wellington North council approves $700,000 land purchase in Arthur
ARTHUR - The Township of Wellington North is purchasing a 4.88-acre lot at the dead end of Gordon Street in Arthur for future work related to the community's wastewater treatment plant.
Fire destroys building at pallet manufacturer in Wellington North
WELLINGTON NORTH – An early morning fire destroyed a large building at JM Lumber and Pallet on Feb. 29.
Local farmers, politicians calling for carbon tax relief on propane, natural gas
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Bill C-234 was aimed at carving out exemptions to carbon tax charged on propane and natural gas used by farmers to dry grain and heat/cool buildings, but farmers will have to wait even longer to see what comes of it following changes to the bill in the Red Chamber.
Woman convicted of Mount Forest stabbing ordered to stay out of community
GUELPH – Former Mount Forest resident Amber Rundstadtler was sentenced to time already served behind bars for threats, not complying with probation orders, and assaults, including the stabbing of a local woman.
Fergus man pleads guilty to child luring, breaking bail condition to stay off internet
TORONTO – A 67-year-old Fergus man charged with sexual offences last year has pleaded guilty in Toronto court to some of the charges against him.
Local author’s approachable retelling of Haiti abduction story a first-time success
CENTRE WELLINGTON - When Louise Brubacher sat at a desk in the kitchen of her Moorefield home and began writing her first published book, Captured by Gangsters, she had no idea it would be such a success.
Township exploring options to pay for wastewater treatment plant upgrade
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.
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.
Erin reveals first, second quarter tax due dates
ERIN – Council has passed an interim tax collection bylaw, as it does along with other municipalities each year, naming due dates for the first- and second-quarter tax payments this year.
Erin council paid pre-tax total of $182,415 in 2023
ERIN – The total paid to Erin council in 2023 was $182,415, according to a remuneration statement prepared by treasurer Wendy Parr and presented to council on Feb. 8.
Mount Forest man convicted of arson, weapon offences following fire in home
GUELPH – Following a four-day trial in Guelph Superior Court, Rodney Grubb has been found guilty on one arson charge and two weapons-related charges. He was acquitted on another count of arson.
Maple Lane Farm Service looking to relocate, expand
KENILWORTH – Maple Lane Farm Service is looking to double the size of its operation in a new 109,792-square-foot facility at the corner of Highway 6 and Sideroad 3, between Mount Forest and Riverstown.