WELLINGTON COUNTY – Like a New Year’s resolution, expanded prescribing power for pharmacists was ushered in on Jan. 1 with early excitement and optimism.
Community News
Town of Minto seeks Connecting Link funds
MINTO – Town council has authorized staff to proceed with an application for provincial Connecting Link funding for reconstruction work on Arthur Street West in Harriston.
Pumpkins come alive at Wellington County Museum and Archives
CENTRE WELLINGTON - Pumpkins got a second night to shine as residents brought their jack-o-lanterns to the Wellington County Museum and Archives
Rodeo proceeds donated to LMH Foundation
HOLSTEIN – The 2023 Holstein Agro Expo and Rodeo, presented by Lewis Land and Stock, took place over the July 1 long weekend, in partnership with the Egremont Optimist Club’s Canada Day celebrations in Holstein.
Palmerston Community Centre holds Gift Shop Bazaar
PALMERSTON – Crafts, treats, lunch and more were available at the Palmerston and District Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop bazaar at the Palmerston Community Centre on Nov. 4.
GWTG brings Twelve Days ‘til Christmas to stage at Harriston Town Hall theatre
HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild is bringing a heartwarming Christmas comedy, set to seasonal music, to the stage at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre.
Fall Clean-up at Arthur Cenotaph
ARTHUR – A fall clean-up a was held at the Arthur cenotaph on Oct. 26.
Lions assist Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation
MOUNT FOREST – The Mount Forest Lions Club made a donation of $2,500 during the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon in support of the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation.
Jim Henderson gives presentation on Remembrance Day traditions
HARRISTON – On the evening of Nov. 2, members of the community gathered at the Harriston Legion to hear a presentation by Jim Henderson about the history and traditions of Remembrance Day in Canada.
Legion auxiliary makes donations to hospitals
Legion auxiliary makes donations to hospitals
Opportunities to show support for veterans
OTTAWA – Canadians often associate The Royal Canadian Legion with Remembrance Day ceremonies and the annual poppy campaign.
Canadian First World War Experience at Norwell District Secondary
PALMERSTON - The County of Wellington Museum and Archives brought its Canadian First World War Experience presentation to Grade 10 history students.
Canadian war amputee veterans left lasting legacy for others
OTTAWA – Amid the wars, countless Canadian soldiers and nurses displayed extraordinary bravery and unwavering dedication, putting their lives on the line for our country.
Legion poppy campaign supports veterans and their families
Every year, from the last Friday in October to Nov. 11, tens of millions of Canadians wear a poppy as a visual pledge to honour Canada’s veterans.
Harriston Legion’s poppy banner unveiled at local cenotaph
HARRISTON - The Harriston Legion’s poppy banner has been placed near the local cenotaph this year.