MINTO – The Harriston-Minto Fall Fair took place from Sept. 12 to 14.
Walk for Parkinson’s a success
FERGUS – Ten years ago Rob Eccelstone started an event that has raised around $250,000.
Mount Forest Soccer Association receives $1,500 cheque
MOUNT FOREST – Mount Forest Legion representative Don Koehler presented a $1,500 cheque to Mount Forest Soccer Association representative Becca McFarlane.
Blue-green algae spotted on Guelph Lake
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – The announcement comes just weeks after the GRCA closed the beaches at the Belwood Lake (Aug. 27) and Conestogo Lake (Aug. 22) conservation areas.
Mapleton woman dead after two-vehicle crash near Glen Allan
MAPLETON – Emergency crews responded to the scene, on the 3rd Line in Mapleton Township, on Sept. 11 at about 9:30am.
Puslinch man again charged with sexual assault
PUSLINCH – A Puslinch man charged with sexual assault this summer is now facing a second sexual assault charge related to an incident over 20 years ago.
Women considering running for office can now consider attending campaign school
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Women and gender-diverse people considering running in the October 2026 municipal election should consider attending campaign school, officials say.
Crime of the Week
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Since May there have been several thefts of historical and bridge plaques.
Hazardous waste depot now in Brucedale
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Mobile Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot is moving to the Brucedale roads garage for the month of September.
Fergus Fall Fair yard display competition winner announced
FERGUS – The Herrlinger Family has won this year’s Fergus Fall Fair yard display competition with the display above on Wellington Road 18.
Faith Fuller wins giveaway hosted by Stuart Husk
MOUNT FOREST – Over the labour day long weekend Stuart Husk had a giveaway for children in and around Mount Forest.
Dufferin Farm Tour runs rain or shine
DUFFERIN – The Dufferin Farm Tour, established in 1998 by a group of dedicated farmers, was created to bridge the gap between rural and urban communities.
Police officer elbowed
GUELPH – A Puslinch man faces charges after a police officer was elbowed in the head during a recent arrest.
Minto hosts community accessibility presentation
PALMERSTON – The Town of Minto Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is offering a special Community Accessibility Presentation featuring accessibility advocate and consultant Julie Sawchuk of Sawchuk Accessible Solutions.
Reflections
“In the multitude of my thoughts within me thy comforts delight my soul” (Psalm 94:19).