TORONTO – Nearly one in five small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are experiencing cancelled or paused orders due to the ongoing uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada tariff situation, finds new data by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).
Community News
Minto Fire receives $48,000 for emergency generator
MINTO – After an unsuccessful attempt to obtain funding in 2023, Minto has finally received a provincial grant to purchase and install a fixed generator at the Palmerston and District Community Centre Complex.
Portion of Highway 6 closed after vehicle, horse-drawn buggy collide
WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington County OPP officials say emergency crews were called to the two-vehicle collision, just south of Mount Forest, before noon on Feb. 18.
Council approves zoning for R&D lab for pet dental products
KENILWORTH – Wellington North council has approved the rezoning of a property on Frederick Street in Arthur to allow it to be used to create pet dental products.
Wellington Advertiser nominated for 2024 OCNA awards
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Another year gone, another year the Wellington Advertiser has been nominated for multiple Ontario Community Newspaper Association (OCNA) awards.
Palmerston community set to celebrate 150 years at homecoming
MINTO – All residents, past and present, are welcome to join the Palmerston community in celebrating its 150th birthday.
Incumbent Perth-Wellington PC candidate will attend debates
PERTH-WELLINGTON – It appears incumbent Perth-Wellington PC candidate Matthew Rae, unlike other candidates from his party, will attend debates in his riding leading up to the Feb. 27 provincial election.
Mapleton joins Sustainable Waterloo Region’s impact network
MAPLETON – In September, Mapleton and Centre Wellington Townships created a new climate change coordinator position and hired former Mapleton councillor Martin Tamlyn to fill the role.
County replacing four bridges east of Arthur starting this spring
WELLINGTON NORTH – Drivers on Wellington Road 109 east of Arthur should expect delays this summer.
Mapleton Seniors Centre for Excellence asks Minto for $10,000 annual funding
MINTO – The Mapleton Seniors Centre for Excellence asked council for its annual grant of $10,000 on Feb. 4.
Reflections
Freedom reigns in my world, just as it does in Heaven, for Christ is the Lord of both. As it is in Heaven, the manacles that once held me no longer hold me. I am most certain of this, for God’s Word says, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be
Minto wins at ECDO President’s Dinner
MINTO – The Town of Minto’s Move to Minto business attraction campaign won the Business Attraction and Retention rural division award at the Economic Developers Council of Ontario President’s Dinner on Feb. 6.
OPINION: Election priority for farmers is protecting ability to grow food
ONTARIO – It’s election time in Ontario, and across the province, candidates have started meeting with voters and sharing their platforms.
Caressant Care staff recognized for year without outbreak
ARTHUR – Efforts of staff at Arthur’s Caressant Care long-term care home to keep residents safe and healthy are paying off.
Applications open for Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament
MINTO – Plans are already underway for the 15th annual Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament on Aug. 7 at Pike Lake Golf and County Club in Clifford.