MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Aquatics Ad-Hoc Advisory Committee says the Township of Southgate has committed $250,000 towards the construction of the new Mount Forest outdoor pool.
Community News
Special Olympics bocce ball team wins gold at provincial championship
OTTAWA – The Special Olympics bocce ball team from Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) has brought home gold medals from the provincial championships.
Minto council requests Ontario government to reject Bill 5
MINTO – Council here shared some strong opinions about Bill 5, known as the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, at a June 3 meeting.
Raleway Festival makes its way along the tracks
PALMERSTON – The fourth annual Raleway Festival is chugging along the Palmerston tracks and will be arriving on June 21 for a celebration of rails and ales.
Fourth Hawk investor is Peter Reid
NEUSTADT – The Bruce Community Futures Development Corporation (Bruce CFDC) and Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) have presented Tibbs Management president Peter Reid as the fourth angel investor for the “Hawks’ Nest Competition.
Mapleton Safe Communities hosted a Safe Kids Day in Drayton
DRAYTON – Mapleton Safe Communities hosted a Safe Kids Day on May 24 in Drayton.
Council approves minor variance for new garage with residential unit
KENILWORTH – A new garage with a residential unit above it will be permitted in Mount Forest, although the building will be taller than what’s usually allowed.
Palmerston celebrates Pride in the Park
Pride – It was all sunshine and rainbows in Palmerston on June 8, as the community gathered to celebrate this year’s Pride in the Park event at Lions Heritage Park. The free event featured craft vendors, a variety of food, free crafts and activities, as well as special performances and live music.
Palmerston hospital foundation holds Starlight Gala
PALMERSTON – The Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s 22nd annual Starlight Gala…
Start-up program sees record-breaking applications
NEUSTADT – This is the sixth year running the Saugeen Student Start-Up Program with Saugeen Connects, and the program has provided over 318 student entrepreneurs with start-up funding and interactive training/workshops.
Drayton Kinsmen present annual Outdoors Show
Outdoors show – The fourth annual Drayton Kinsmen Outdoors Show was held on June 7 at the PMD Arena, just in time for those who enjoy activities during the warmer months.
Minor variances approved for pig barns on two farms
KENILWORTH – New pig barns on two different farms will be built closer to their neighbours than is normally allowed. The proposed locations for each barn do not meet the minimum distance separation (MDS) from the nearest dwellings.
Palmerston 150th Headstone and Plaque hunt in full swing
MINTO – In celebration of Palmerston’s upcoming 150th birthday, two groups have come together to create an event for history buffs and those eager to learn about local legends.
NDSS Student Art Show
HARRISTON – From June 5 to 17, creative artwork can be seen by Norwell District Secondary School (NDSS) students at the Student Art Show 2025.
Wellington North Farmers’ Market moves to new location
MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington North Farmers’ Market is gearing up for the 2025 season, which gets underway on June 14 at a new location.