WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington County is home to three of the top 100 festivals and events recognized in Ontario.
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Mapleton, Minto and Wellington North fire services partner with Wounded Warriors Canada
MINTO – Wounded Warriors Canada has announced a partnership with Mapleton Fire Rescue, Minto Fire and Wellington North Fire Service aimed at delivering mental health training and counselling services to firefighters and their families.
Four-in-five say they’re buying more Canadian products
ONTARIO – Tariffs on Canadian goods crossing into the United States are already changing Canadian consumer habits, with shoppers making efforts to support domestic producers.
Pros and cons: wrapping vs. painting
WELLINGTON COUNTY – When it comes to customizing a vehicle, two popular options are vehicle wrapping and painting.
Owners hope to sever Arthur lot, build new house
ARTHUR – Wellington North council is in support of a lot severance on Domville Street and the construction of a new home on the severed lot, as long as a number of conditions are met.
Volunteer Celebration and Newcomer Welcome event set for May 1 in Arthur
ARTHUR – Wellington North will host its annual spring Volunteer Celebration and Newcomer Welcome event on May 1 from 4:30 to 7pm at the Arthur and Area Community Centre (at 158 Domville St.).
OAAS marks 179th anniversary
STIRLING – The Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) hosted its annual convention and annual meeting, bringing together nearly 1,200 delegates from across Ontario, as well as representatives from Quebec, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.
Grazing plan workshops in March and April
ONTARIO – Ontario Forage Council has announced upcoming Grazing Plan Workshops.
Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation receives $10,000 donation
MINTO – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 259 in Listowel donated $10,000 from its poppy fund to the Palmerston and District Hospital Foundation’s MRI Campaign.
Auto detailing can improve a vehicle’s lifespan
WELLINGTON COUNTY – When it comes to maintaining a vehicle, many drivers focus on engine care, tire pressure, and fuel efficiency, but one area that often gets overlooked is detailing.
GRCA issues flood warnings, flood watch on March 16
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Grand River Conservation Authority has (GRCA) issued flood warnings for Drayton, Grand Valley, Waldemar, West Montrose, the Village of Conestogo, New Hamburg, Ayr, County of Brant, Brantford and Six Nations on March 16.
Significant flooding in Harriston
MINTO– Mike Billingsley took this photo of some of the flooding in Harriston on the morning of March 16.
Mapleton senior defrauded of $250,000 in online scam
MAPLETON – Police are yet again warning residents to be wary of scams after a Mapleton senior was defrauded of a quarter of a million dollars over the course of a year.
Area MPs divided on nation’s tariff response plan
WELLINGTON COUNTY – The federal and provincial governments have both introduced retaliatory measures in response to the trade war launched against Canada by U.S. President Donald Trump last month, but some say more needs to be done.
Minto council paid over $189,000 for municipal roles
MINTO – Council here was paid a total of over $189,000 in salaries and expenses in 2024 – up $8,000 from 2023, according to a remuneration statement by town treasurer Gordon Duff.