MAPLETON – A severed lot in Drayton may be rezoned from future development to residential to allow the construction of a house.
Community News
Blessings to You Centre donates revenue to in-need organizations
MINTO – The Blessings to You Centre Palmerston donates its revenue to in-need community organizations.
Annual charity hockey game raises $2,000 for MRI+ Campaign
MINTO – Members of the Palmerston Firefighters Association took on the Wellington County OPP in an annual charity hockey game at Palmerston arena on Saturday night, and the clear winner was the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s MRI+ Campaign.
At The Library: February is about celebrating love at the library
Everyone knows Valentine’s Day is on Feb. 14, but did you know that February has another special day dedicated to celebrating love?
Alma Optimist Club donates $900 to Alma Public School
MAPLETON – The Alma Optimist Club presented Alma Public School with a $946 cheque, representing the proceeds from the barbecue the club hosted at the school.
Summer jobs in Wellington North
KENILWORTH – Looking for a summer job as a camp counsellor, lifeguard or swim instructor? Now is the time to apply in Wellington North.
Township mulls uses, upgrades for Mount Forest Community Centre
KENILWORTH – Wellington North will use a phased approach as it considers upgrades and future uses at the Mount Forest Community Centre.
Maybe Trump would like to try a ‘Shawinigan Handshake’ on for size?
It seems silly to be writing a column on national affairs a week after all of Canada’s problems were seemingly resolved in one fell swoop. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has, after all, announced his intention to step down.
Mount Forest Curling club hosts U18 provincial championships
WELLINGTON NORTH – The Mount Forest Curling Club was packed last week as teams of youths from across Ontario competed in the 2025 U18 Men and U18 Women Provincial Curling Championship.
Louise Marshall Hospital benefits from Holiday Smile Cookie sales
MOUNT FOREST – People who bought holiday smile cookies at the Mount Forest Tim Hortons this past November helped to raise more than $3,500 for the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation.
CSGW appreciation dinner recognizes Dennis Craven
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington (CSGW) recently showed its appreciation to its supporters, including a long-serving board member and a local media outlet.
Reflections
“Christianity is not a religion.” Wait a minute – what did that guy say?
Blessings to You Centre donates $1,600 to Palmerston Marlins
MINTO – The Blessings to You Centre donated $1,600 to the Palmerston Marlins U15 softball team.
Edge Mutual Insurance donates thousands to community initiatives
DRAYTON – During December Edge Mutual Insurance Company staff donated food, toys and support to various initiatives.
Southeast Surge rep hockey to start in Harriston this April
MINTO – Harriston arena staff are prepared to keep ice installed during the spring season to accommodate a new hockey association, the Southeast Surge.