MOUNT FOREST — Victoria Herrington from Mount Forest recently finished in the top four in the Ontario U18 outdoor provincials in doubles and placed in the top 12 in singles.
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Family Day at the Minto Farmer’s Market
MINTO – July 29 was Family Day at the Minto Farmer’s Market.
Buffet on the Boulevard set for 2023 Harriston Street Party
HARRISTON – Harriston Rising is inviting area residents and visitors to “party on and pig out” at the Harriston Street Party Buffet on the Boulevard, catered by the Smokin’ Pig.
Conestogo Lake fishing tourney draws 97 youth, adult anglers
MAPLETON – The weather could not have been better for the 33rd annual Conestogo Lake Conservation Area Catch and Release Fishing Tournament on July 22.
Garden tour winner awarded a crystal vase
MOUNT FOREST — On July 22, the Town and Country Garden Tour was held by the Mount Forest Horticultural Society.
New barn quilt display in Palmerston
PALMERSTON – A new barn quilt display in front of Shantz’s Car Wash on Main Street in Palmerston is the result of a collaborative effort.
Reading Club wrapping up, but lots to do at libraries
The end of Summer Reading Club is in sight, but it’s not too late to sign up! The last day to submit your ballots for amazing prizes is Saturday, Aug. 19.
Local treasures at the Mapleton Farmer’s Market Block Party
MAPLETON - Stephanie Craig, right, of Tullamore Lavender Company (TLC), chats with a customer at the Mapleton Farmer’s Market Block Party on July 27.
County awards contracts for over-budget projects amid calls for better financial scrutiny
GUELPH – A new Wellington County roads garage in Wellington North, a new library branch in Erin, and renovations to turn a Guelph building into transitional housing are all moving forward despite being way over budget.
Wellington North seeks feedback on township priorities for strategic plan update
ARTHUR - Public consultation on Wellington North's strategic plan update, a document that will guide council and township priorities for the next three years, continues with an in-person meeting on July 31 and an online survey.
Mapleton council adopts strategic plan for township
MAPLETON - Stewardship, good governance, inclusivity, innovation, and prudent fiscal management are the core elements of a 2023 to 2026 strategic plan adopted by council here.
County council to scrutinize multi-million dollar capital projects Monday
ABOYNE - Tens of millions of dollars will be on the line come Monday morning when county council considers whether to award construction contracts for three major capital projects, including a new garage, library and transitional housing.
Buffet on the Boulevard part of 2023 Harriston Street Party
HARRISTON – Harriston Rising is inviting area residents and visitors to “party on and pig out’ at the Harriston Street Party Buffet on the Boulevard, catered by the Smokin’ Pig.
Multi-use pad proposed for Wallace Cumming Park in Alma
MAPLETON – The Alma Community Recreation Association is proposing a installation of a covered multi-use pad at Wallace Cumming Park in the hamlet.
Senator Rob Black feeling ‘sediment-al’ about support for agriculture
OTTAWA – Senator Rob Black is celebrating “another year of supporting agriculture, rural communities, and youth leadership inside and outside of the Senate of Canada.”