There are plans afoot for a Walmart at the north end of Fergus. It’s a topic that’s…
County adopts 2.7% tax levy increase; Hospital grant reserves drop $400,000
Wellington County’s tax increase is lower than anticipated, but that comes at the expense of…
Maieron happy with decision about Brutus the swan
Erin Mayor Lou Maieron is hoping things will now get back to normal for him and Brutus. Last week…
Government to provide six months worth of life saving treatments
The family of Lucas Maciesza is happy the provincial government will cover six months worth of…
Wellington County budget 2011: An overview
On Jan. 27 Wellington County council adopted its 2011 budget with a 2.7% increase to the county…
Spring move-in still anticipated for new Aboyne OPP detachment building
Despite being a few weeks behind schedule, Wellington County Police Services Board chairman Lynda…
Puslinch library expected to open August
Library board chairman Mark MacKenzie is confident of an August opening for the new Puslinch…
Councillor urges second public meeting on redevelopment of former school
A plan to redevelop the former Arthur Public School and adjacent property bounded by Eliza and…
Strategy needed to allocate Palmerstons sewage capacity
The Town of Minto should develop a strategy to allot the limited remaining sewage treatment…
All grown up
News that Walmart is coming to town has drawn mixed reactions. Some are happy, some are mad, some…
Residents concerned with jail look of fencing in historic downtown
The “jail house” look of their downtown is not sitting well with residents here.…
Local soldier welcomed home after seven month tour in Afghanistan
Master Corporal Sean Summerfield used three simple words to sum up his activity since arriving home…
Aggregate officials offer support for Big Lake project in Puslinch
Puslinch aggregate producers are willing to cover the rehabilitation costs necessary to construct…
Fergus Legion Branch 275 presents Zone 3 awards
Local students were recognized here recently for their efforts promoting remembrance through poems,…
Bell Mobility antenna to be on water tower
Town council has unanimously passed an agreement with Bell Mobility that will pave the way for a…