HARRISTON - The Minto Arts Council is reopening after a long hiatus with a new show Changing Face of Photography.
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Local youths receive township bursaries
MAPLETON – The township has awarded $250 bursaries for three local youth involved in elite-level athletics.
Arthur woman charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm in Feb. 27 crash
WELLINGTON NORTH – Police have now charged an Arthur woman with impaired driving causing bodily harm in connection with a serious crash here recently. On Feb. 27 at about 5pm, emergency crews responded to a collision involving two vehicles on Highway 6, south of Mount Forest.
Town earmarks funds to assist with elevator project at Harriston Legion
HARRISTON – The Town of Minto has allocated $20,000 from the 2022 structural grant component of its Community Improvement Program (CIP) to assist Harriston Legion Branch 296 with funding to bring an elevator in the building back into operation.
Matthew Rae wins Progressive Conservative nomination in Perth-Wellington
MILVERTON - Matthew Rae, former public servant and community and education advocate, won the PC nomination in the riding of Perth-Wellington on March 5.
Three local skaters part of national silver medal winning synchro team
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Three northern Wellington youths were part of a national silver-medal winning synchronized skating team.
Wellington North launches redesigned website with provincial modernization dollars
WELLINGTON NORTH – Residents here will notice a refreshed and modernized look when visiting the township’s website, which was redesigned and launched this year.
Township, GRCA to cooperate on flood damage assessment study
MAPLETON – The township is collaborating with the Grand River Conservation Authority on a flood damage assessment study.
Application process opens for Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament funds
MINTO - The 12th annual Mayor's Charity Golf Tournament will be held Aug. 4 at Pike Lake Golf Centre. The application process for local groups wishing to receive funds from tournament proceeds is now open and will close on April 4.
Thinking of running for council? Free workshop offers information, perspective
ABOYNE – Thinking of running for a local council seat? The municipalities of Wellington County have organized a free informational workshop for prospective council members.
Alma Optimist Toy Show returns for 2022
ALMA – The 2022 Alma Optimist Toy Show and Sale is set for March 13.
Minto Mayor George Bridge won’t seek re-election
MINTO – Town of Minto Mayor George Bridge has announced he will not seek reelection in the 2022 municipal election taking place on Oct. 24.
Queen’s platinum jubilee brings back memories for Arthur woman
ARTHUR – A long-ago chance to greet royalty as a representative of her city is among the highlights of her life.
Winner of Show Us Your Snow sculpture contest announced
Snow sculpture – Emily Hogg of Harriston and her family were the winners of the Show Us Your Snow…
Grand River Source Protection Plan updated
CAMBRIDGE - Updates to the plan that protects the sources of municipal drinking water in the Grand River watershed were approved by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks on Feb. 4 and 9.