Craft market – The Mount Forest Agricultural Society hosted an indoor/outdoor craft market at the…
Local group sets women’s team record with 12-hour burpee binge
MAPLETON – Two local women are part of a team that has set a new world record for the number of chest-to-ground burpees performed in a 12-hour period.
Minto council approves $280,000 tender for Harriston pedestrian crossover project
MINTO – The Town of Minto has awarded a contract to construct a new pedestrian crossover at Elora Street South and Young Street in Harriston to a Cambridge firm.
Perth-Wellington candidates discuss climate change, housing, worker shortage
MINTO – Perth-Wellington candidates for the June 2 provincial election fielded questions on topics ranging from climate change and housing to a local worker shortage during a gathering at Pike Lake Golf Centre on May 24.
Provisions for stacked townhomes included in proposed bylaw update
MINTO – Provisions and definitions for “stacked townhomes” are among the key elements of a proposed housekeeping amendment to the Town of Minto zoning bylaw.
Harriston Legion launches campaign to restore accessibility lift
HARRISTON – The Harriston Legion branch has launched an appeal for contributions to assist with the cost of repairing the accessibility lift (elevator) in their building.
Minto Pride, downtown groups to receive golf tourney proceeds
MINTO – Recipients of the proceeds of the upcoming 2022 Minto Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament were presented to council on May 17.
David Connolly made Broadway history; now advocates for inclusion in the arts
CAMBRIDGE – David Connolly danced on Broadway to launch a professional career that has included performing around the globe and directing and choreographing shows for some of North America’s top theatrical companies and major television networks.
Palmerston Legion hosts ’80’s car rally
Back to the ‘80s – The Palmerston Frank Lambier Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion hosted an…
Traffic calming policy proposed
MAPLETON – A proposed policy on traffic calming measures was presented to township council at its May 10 meeting.
Mapleton township office closed to public due to staff COVID-19 cases
MAPLETON – The township administrative office has been closed to the public due to a high number of COVID-19 cases among municipal staff.
Fourplex proposal draws concern from residents, support from councillors
DRAYTON – Despite concerns from neighbouring residents about a proposed four-plex development on Main Street in Drayton, Mapleton council members were generally supportive of the project at a May 10 public meeting.
Draft plan of subdivision approved for 10-unit development in Harriston
HARRISTON – Town of Minto council has endorsed a plan of subdivision for a 10-unit development on Lawrence Avenue here.
Local hockey heavyweight preparing for Ice Wars
PALMERSTON – With hundreds of fights under his gloves over decades of competitive hockey at various levels, Palmerston 81’s forward Corey Allen could certainly be considered an ice warrior. He’s now set to compete in Ice Wars International’s King of the Rink competition.
Dave Turton running for mayor in Minto
MINTO – Deputy mayor Dave Turton has thrown his hat into the ring to be the next mayor of the Town of Minto. Turton filed his nomination papers for the position on May 2.