WELLINGTON COUNTY – As temperatures continue to climb and local wildlife becomes more active, it is important to be mindful and cautious of wildlife crossing local roads – especially turtles.
Community News
Organizers gear up for Drayton’s 150th
DRAYTON – With just over a month to go until Drayton’s 150th Anniversary Celebration, the village is gearing up for a memorable weekend filled with events, history and hometown pride from June 27 to 29.
Wellington North to conduct community signage review
KENILWORTH – A comprehensive community flag and signage policy is being developed in Wellington North to guide the use of banners, signage and township flag poles.
Reflections
Celebrating mothering and fathering
Hanover theatre casting for School of Rock
HANOVER – Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock the musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck.
Hanover Community Players thank all who made Bare, Bear Bones a success
HANOVER – Hanover Community Players are offering “A big thank you to all of our audience members who took the time from their busy schedules to attend and support our Bare, Bear Bones shows.”
‘Gym Riot’ encourages physical activity, school spirit
MOUNT FOREST – Over 150 students were involved in the “Gym Riot” event at Wellington Heights Secondary School (WHSS) in Mount Forest, where four teams competed in physical activities with the goal of winning the championship.
Façade improvements coming to Arthur Barber Shop
KENILWORTH – The Arthur Barber Shop, which held its grand opening on Jan. 25, will be receiving some upgrades to its façade.
Minto businesses host ribbon cuttings
MINTO – Three new businesses held ribbon cutting ceremonies on May 9, joined by local dignitaries including MPP Matthew Rae, MP John Nater and Mayor Dave Turton.
Rae announces emergency preparedness funding
MINTO – The province will provide $48,800 in funding to the Town of Minto for a standby generator at the Palmerston and District Community Centre.
Rae announces funding for backup generator at Palmerston arena
MINTO – The province will provide $48,800 in funding to the Town of Minto for a standby generator at the Palmerston and District Community Centre.
‘We just can’t keep up with the demand’: study shows number of people with dementia to double by 2050
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Raising awareness and advocating is at the forefront of the Alzheimer Society of Canada’s mission, as a dementia care crisis grows at a rapid rate, with little help to support patients and care workers alike.
Minor variance approved for two homes in Harriston
MINTO – Town council has approved a minor variance application allowing Harriston resident Robert Harris to build a one-storey residential building on his property.
Hundreds of students to attend North Wellington, Dufferin Special Olympics Track and Field Day
ORANGEVILLE – On May 21 a Special Olympics Track and Field Day will be held in Orangeville for students from schools across Dufferin County and north Wellington.
Country Pantry hosts successful ‘Proudly Canadian Kenilworth’ event
KENILWORTH – The “Proudly Canadian Kenilworth” event was held at the Country Pantry on May 4, highlighting Ontario- and Canadian-made products.