Warm wishes – A Tropical Christmas was the theme for Arthur’s 2022 Christmas parade on Nov. 26.…
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Community mourns loss of John Walsh – ‘a friend to everybody’
ARTHUR – One of Arthur's most well known citizens, a man who dedicated much of his life to his family, community and country, has died. Historian and retired pharmacist John Walsh passed away on Nov. 21 at the age of 96.
OPP investigating death after weekend ‘disturbance’ call near Kenilworth
WELLINGTON NORTH – Police say they are investigating a death here on the weekend. Wellington County OPP officials say police officer responded to a property on Concession 7, near Kenilworth, on Nov. 26 at about 10:15pm.
Mapleton budget draft includes levy increase near 7%
MAPLETON – A first draft of the township’s 2023 budget shows a tax levy increase of nearly seven per cent is required to cover anticipated expenditures.
Harriston resident Amanda Bulmer completes NYC Marathon
HARRISTON – “I still don’t think it has sunk in that I ran the New York City Marathon (NYCM), and in a year that will probably go down in history,” said Harriston resident Amanda Bulmer, who participated in the prestigious run through all five NYC boroughs on Nov. 6.
Lennox elected warden of Wellington County
GUELPH – Wellington North Mayor Andy Lennox was elected warden at the inaugural meeting of Wellington County council on Nov. 25.
Minto council holds inaugural meeting at Norgan Theatre
PALMERSTON – Continued pandemic recovery, managing growth and community development will be priorities for the Town of Minto in the coming term of council.
Police identify Wellington North crash victim
WELLINGTON NORTH – Police have now identified the man who died in a single-vehicle crash here on Monday morning.
Fill A Cruiser event supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Wellington
Making children smile – Mount Forest Canadian Tire and the Ontario Provincial Police joined…
Guild holding auditions for spring comedy
HARRISTON – The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) has announced casting dates for its spring production of the comedy Two Witches, No Waiting.
Santa visits Harriston
Christmas parade – Harriston firefighters hosted an entertaining nighttime Santa Claus parade…
Holiday event takes over Palmerston Lions Heritage Park
Light up the park – All Aboard Palmerston and the Palmerston Lions Club brought some holiday magic to Palmerston Lions Heritage Park on the evening of Nov. 18.
Cambridge Fashion Museum presented to Seniors’ Centre for Excellence
Victorian garb – The Seniors’ Centre for Excellence hosted Rachel Behling and Sarah Verrault…
Mount Forest Santa Claus parade back to traditional route
WELLINGTON NORTH –The Mount Forest Lions Club Santa Claus parade returns to Main Street this year following two years of a modified drive-through format.
Arthur Lions Club Handmade Christmas Craft Show held Nov. 20
Handmade crafts – Fred Bovenkerk of Dundalk braved the weather on Nov. 20 to bring his…