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Ontario expands rapid testing supplies for workplaces
PERTH-WELLINGTON - The Ontario government has launched a new rapid testing portal to make it easier for essential businesses to access free rapid testing to help keep employees and their families safe.
Town grants minor variance for garage
MINTO – The Town of Minto has approved a minor variance to allow the construction of an oversized garage at a William Street property in Harriston.
Grey Wellington Theatre Guild creates virtual show
MINTO – Unable to take to the stage due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Grey Wellington Theatre Guild…
Sunny spring scene on the South Saugeen River
Sunny spring scene – The South Saugeen River disappears around this bend in this scenic view…
Pettapiece takes local sign wars to Queen’s Park with statement
PERTH-WELLINGTON – In a May 12 statement in the Ontario legislature MPP Randy Pettapiece spoke about the sign wars taking place in Perth-Wellington.
Mapleton planning funding application for major arena makeover
MAPLETON – Plans for a major makeover of the PMD arena in Drayton were discussed during the May 25 township council meeting.
Hammond Manufacturing Company expanding to Minto
PALMERSTON – Minto council has approved the sale of a large parcel of industrial land here, paving the way for an industrial operation expected to create between 25 and 30 manufacturing jobs in its initial phase.
Driver receives minor injuries after truck rolls into ditch
MAPLETON – The driver of a large truck was sent to hospital with minor injuries after the vehicle rolled over into a ditch here on May 21.
Palmerston residents reminded to conserve water
MINTO – Palmerston residents are being reminded there is a lawn watering ban in place and local residents are being asked to minimize water usage for the next few weeks while the town’s water tower is out of service for painting and maintenance.
Minor variance paves way for land-lease development in Harriston
MINTO – Town council has approved a minor variance to facilitate the construction of 16 land-lease single-detached senior dwellings on a half-acre property in Harriston.
Family donates $100,000 for upgrades to Optimist Ball Diamond
MOUNT FOREST – The Optimist Ball Diamond here will soon be receiving major upgrades, thanks to a $100,000 donation from Jim Donald and his family.
Council designates $396,000 for decorative lighting in Alma
MAPLETON – Township council has approved tenders worth just over $396,000 for decorative pedestrian lighting in Alma.
Businesses urged to contact township for help accessing pandemic assistance
MAPLETON – Mayor Gregg Davidson is urging township businesses to reach out to the local economic development department if they need help due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Society lauds gift certificate program
HARRISTON - For the last nine years the Harriston and District Horticultural Society has participated in the Minto Chamber of Commerce’s “Think Minto First” Fundraising program.