MINTO – While traditional parades here are cancelled, Minto Fire officials are reassuring local youths that Santa Claus will still be coming to town.
Community News
Council approves plan to increase water, wastewater rates
WELLINGTON NORTH – While adopting a plan that would see water and wastewater rates rise by 1.5 per cent annually from 2022 to 2026, council reserved the right to review a planned increase for next year.
Minto closes town office ‘indefinitely’
MINTO – The Town of Minto has decided to close its municipal office indefinitely.
Ombudsman to become Wellington North’s closed meeting investigator
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Ontario Ombudsman will become the closed meeting investigator for this municipality as of Jan. 1.
Council ponders capital spending ‘holiday’ to keep tax levy stable
WELLINGTON NORTH – While “a short holiday” from some capital spending “makes sense,” in order to hold the line for local taxpayers struggling through a global pandemic, Mayor Andy Lennox wants to ensure necessary projects move forward next year.
Lions provide assist to local hospital
Hospital donation – Mount Forest Lions Club president Marty Young presented a cheque for…
Mount Forest Downtown Gold Bikes for Simon Campaign raised more than $17,500
Gold Bike campaign – The Mount Forest Downtown (MFD) Gold Bikes for Simon Campaign wrapped up at…
Grade 7 students, teachers donate 450 pounds of non-perishables to Mount Forest Community Food Pantry
Students donate – On Oct. 20 Grade 7 students, accompanied by their teacher Cheryl Keiffer,…
Bridge elected vice-chair of FCM Ontario Caucus
WELLINGTON COUNTY – County councillor and Minto Mayor George Bridge has been re-elected to…
Mapleton supports County’s aggregate tax resolution
MOOREFIELD – Mapleton council has passed a new resolution regarding aggregate industry property…
MP John Nater invites applications for Second World War Tribute program
PERTH-WELLINGTON – In conjunction with Veterans Affairs, local MP John Nater is inviting…
Pettapiece calls for more beds, staff for long term care facilities
QUEEN’S PARK – Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece once again voiced his support for…
Town of Minto Makers Market was held on Oct. 17
Maker’s Market – A Town of Minto Makers Market was held Oct. 17 at the community centre in…
LaunchIt successful with move to virtual training platforms
MINTO – LaunchIt Minto was successful in providing training and assistance online while closed to the public during the early stages of the pandemic.
Mapleton office to be open by appointment only
MAPLETON – Starting Oct. 26, Mapleton Township's municipal office will be open by appointment only.