PALMERSTON – Officials have declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Palmerston and District Hospital (PDH), with four inpatients and one staff member testing positive for the virus.
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Donations rolling in for youth hub in Palmerston
MINTO – More than $228,000 in cash and in-kind contributions have been received for an Integrated Youth Services Network (IYSN) hub set to open in Palmerston in the near future.
Hockey night in Alma
Hitting the ice – It was hockey night in Alma as local residents took to the ice at the Alma…
Skaters enjoy the outdoor rink at PMD arena
Skating in Drayton – Twin sisters Sarah, left, and Nicole Forester enjoy a Sunday afternoon…
Most Canadians say borders should be closed
VANCOUVER – What happens when heightened anxiety from a deadly surge in new coronavirus…
Christmas Spirit House and Business Decorating Contest winners receive prizes
PALMERSTON – Winners of the Christmas Spirit House and Business Decorating Contest in Palmerston…
One year later – a different world
What a difference a year makes.
Pandemic exhaustion is setting in
By Jennifer Doelman As we persevere through yet another lockdown, the public health crisis of…
SEDC funding positions to assist businesses
MINTO – Saugeen Economic Development Corporation is funding two positions to assist businesses in…
Winter scene along Minto Line 12
Winter scene – A stream, a little snow and some sunshine created a pleasing winter scene…
Report recommends $38-million diversion of river around Harriston
MINTO – Redirecting the Maitland River around Harriston is the ultimate long-term solution to flooding problems in the town, states a major report that recommends working in stages to complete and fund the $38-million project over the next two decades.
North Wellington long-term care facilities receive provincial COVID-19 funding
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The province is providing $424,000 in funding to help long-term care homes in northern Wellington cope with the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mapleton council meetings now on YouTube
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Township of Mapleton announced on Jan. 15 that council meetings are now being recorded and uploaded to the township’s YouTube account after each meeting.
Council approves re-zoning to facilitate townhouse development
HARRISTON – Minto council has approved a zoning amendment to allow an 18-unit townhouse development at the north end of King and Queen Streets here.
With school trips cancelled some local farmers offer virtual farm visits
WELLINGTON NORTH - In the absence of school trips due to the pandemic, two area farms are offering virtual trips so children can learn about farming and where their food comes from.